Pokémon TCG Pocket: Celestial Guardians Expansion arrives with 200 new cards
In this post you'll find out about the incredible new features of the Celestial Guardians, with 200+ cards and exclusive events. It launches on April 29th; don't miss it!
expansion Celestial Guardians arrives in the Pokémon TCG Pocket , April 29thbringing a veritable flood of new features for fans of collectible cards. The new set will add over 200 cards, including standout Pokémon ex such as Solgaleo and Lunalaregion Alola.
With the success of previous expansions like Triumphant Light and Shining Revelry, Celestial Guardians is expected to further boost activity within the app. Special events, solo battles, and exclusive promotions have been confirmed to accompany the launch, guaranteeing new challenges for veterans and newcomers alike.
When will Celestial Guardians be released in the Pokémon TCG Pocket?
The global release of the expansion will take place at April 29th Pacific Time (PDT) on Brasília time, the content will be available at 3 AM on April 30th.
See international time zones:
- PDT: April 29th at 11 PM
- CDT: April 30th at 1 AM
- EDT: April 30th at 2 AM
- GMT: April 30th at 6 AM
- AEDT: April 30th at 4 PM
To open packs from the new collection, you will need to accumulate Pack Hourglasses, a key feature within the app for unlocking boosters.
Celestial Guardians will feature over 200 new cards
According to information from The Pokémon Companyexpansion Celestial Guardians will include more than 200 different cards. This number is consistent with previous expansions: Genetic Apex had 286 cards and Space-Time Smackdown had207.
The main setting will be the Alola region, which introduced around 88 new species to the franchise, in addition to exclusive regional forms. This should significantly expand the possibilities for deck building and add nostalgic elements for fans of the Pokémon Sun & Moon.
Although the full list has not yet been officially released, some cards have already been confirmed by specialized sources.
Cards already confirmed in Celestial Guardians
Among the first highlights revealed for the expansion are:
- Solgaleo ex (Steel Type) – 4 diamonds
- Lunala ex (Psychic Type) – 4 diamonds
- Alolan Raichu ex (Electric Type) – 3 diamonds
- Lillie (Trainer) – 3 stars
- Alolan Marowak (Fire type) – 1 star
- Rare Candy (Item) – 2 diamonds
- Rotom Dex (Item) – 2 diamonds
- Ilima, Kiawe, Lana, Mallow, Sophocles and Acerola (Trainers) – 2 diamonds
- Rowlet, Litten and Popplio – 1 diamond each
- Alolan Meowth, Alolan Vulpix, Oricorio P'au Style and Oricorio Sensu Style – 1 diamond each
More cards will be revealed gradually in updates .
Special events and bonuses during Celestial Guardians
Alongside the expansion's release, the Pokémon TCG Pocket will kick off a series of celebratory events marking six-month anniversary. Between April 29th and May 12th, players will be able to participate in special solo battles.
These battles will reward you with Promo Pack boosters, containing rare cards like Rayquaza EX and an full-art . It's an excellent opportunity to strengthen decks and acquire high-value competitive cards without relying solely on randomness.
The introduction of solo battles also demonstrates the developers' intention to diversify the game's mechanics, focusing on modes that prioritize the individual experience of the players.
How Celestial Guardians is expected to impact the Pokémon TCG Pocket meta
The arrival of new Pokémon ex, trainers, and powerful items will certainly bring significant changes to the meta Pokémon TCG Pocket. Solgaleo ex and Lunala ex, for example, offer strategic abilities that can alter the dominance of already established decks.
Furthermore, the diversity of cards originating from the Alola region promises to open up opportunities for new deck compositions, encouraging the emergence of innovative tactics in the competitive scene.
The combination of a large number of new cards, special events, and solo battle mechanics reinforces the developer's commitment to keeping the game fresh, competitive, and appealing to all types of players.
A new chapter for the Pokémon TCG Pocket
expansion Celestial Guardians, the Pokémon TCG Pocket takes another important step towards establishing itself among the leading card games in the mobile gaming scene.
The promise of over 200 new cards, celebratory events , and a new competitive landscape make this one of the most anticipated updates for fans.
Prepare your deck, stock up on your Pack Hourglasses, and stay tuned: the release of Celestial Guardians will shake up the world of Pokémon TCG Pocket starting April 29th!
