"Battle Partners" Set Officially Unveiled: A Return to the Owner’s Pokémon Era!
Exciting news for Pokémon TCG fans! At Japan’s Champion’s League Osaka, the highly anticipated Battle Partners set was officially revealed. Featuring the return of the beloved Owner’s Pokémon mechanic from 2000’s Gym Heroes, this set promises to be a nostalgic treat for collectors and competitive players alike.
What We Know So Far
The booster pack art has given us a sneak peek at some of the star Pokémon:
- Iono’s Bellibolt ex
- N’s Zoroark ex
- Lillie’s Clefairy ex
- Hop’s Zacian ex
In addition to these exciting cards, the set will also include accessories featuring Iono, adding another layer of collectability for fans.
Release Dates and Rotation Changes
- Japan Release Date: January 24, 2025
- English Release Date: March 28, 2025 (Journey Together set)
The Japanese release will also introduce the new “I” regulation mark, marking a significant rotation for competitive play. Starting January 24th, all “F” regulation cards will rotate out, leaving only “G,” “H,” and “I” cards in the format.
Preorders Coming Soon to Midwest Collectables
At Midwest Collectables, we know how important it is for collectors and players to secure their favorite sets early. That’s why we’re excited to announce that we’ll be offering preorders for Battle Partners as soon as more information becomes available!
Stay tuned to our blog and follow us on social media to be the first to know when preorder details are live. Our goal is to make it easy for you to get your hands on this groundbreaking set and its must-have cards.
Upcoming Japanese TCG Schedule
Here’s a glimpse of what’s next for the Pokémon TCG in Japan:
- January 24th: Battle Partners debuts alongside Collection File N and Collection File Lillie.
- February 21st: Starter sets featuring Steven’s Beldum & Metagross ex and Marnie’s Morpeko & Grimmsnarl ex.
- March 14th: Heat Wave Arena starring Cynthia’s Garchomp ex.
- April 18th: The Glory of Team Rocket, headlined by Rocket’s Mewtwo ex.
- June 6th: Black Bolt and White Flare, showcasing all 156 Unova Pokémon.
Why This Matters
The return of the Owner’s Pokémon mechanic is more than just a nostalgic callback—it introduces exciting new gameplay opportunities. Iconic Trainers paired with powerful Pokémon bring unique themes and strategies that will surely shake up the meta.
Mark your calendars and stay tuned as we bring you more updates on this groundbreaking set! And don’t forget, preorders will open soon, so you can secure your packs, boxes, and accessories with ease.
