The Pokémon Destined Rivals expansion has been officially revealed with a release date of 30th May 2025. It is the tenth expansion set of the Generation IX Series and is designated SV10.
What do we know so far about Destined Rivals?
This eagerly anticipated set will see the return of Team Rocket, first introduced to the TCG in the Team Rocket set of 2000.
Destined Rivals will include cards released in the Japanese set Glory of Team Rocket
The set description states:
Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals will see the return of the popular Trainer’s Pokémon mechanic, but with a twist, introducing the infamous Team Rocket — a villainous organisation in the Pokémon world — into the mix. Players can choose their allegiance by joining forces with heroic duos like Ethan and Ho-Oh ex or Cynthia and Garchomp ex, or they can embrace mischievous adventure by teaming up with Team Rocket and their Pokémon, such as Mewtwo ex, under Giovanni’s command.
In addition, players can discover the distinctive artwork of new Trainer’s Pokémon cards, showcasing the special bond shared between a skilled Pokémon Trainer and their Pokémon, with each card featuring the Trainer’s name.
Destined Rivals will contain more than 240 cards including:
Over 240 cards
83 cards tagged as Team Rocket’s
17 Pokémon ex, including 10 Trainer’s Pokémon ex
23 illustration rare Pokémon
11 special illustration rare Pokémon
6 hyper rare gold-etched cards
Cards will be numbered – ??/182
Cards will be marked with the set icon
See Also: Destined Rivals Prospective Card List
Pokémon Destined Rivals Pack Art
The artwork for the set Booster Packs has been revealed. There are 4 different designs featuring Cynthia and Garchomp, Iono’s Ethan and Ho-Oh, Giovanni and Mewtwo and Team Rocket
Will Destined Rivals include Owner’s Pokémon?
Owner’s Pokémon saw a return to the TCG with the release of the Journey Together set which released on 28th March 2025. They will definitely feature in this set with Misty’s Psyduck, Ethan’s Typhlosion, Cynthia’s Garchomp and Arven’s Mabostiff being confirmed cards. The set will also include cards featuring Team Rocket’s Pokémon.
Journey Together Release date for Products
Releasing on launch day 30th March 2025:
Destined Rivals Booster Boxes (36 Booster Packs)
Destined Rivals Booster Bundle (6 Booster Packs)
Elite Trainer Box
Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box
Build and Battle Box
2 x Three Booster pack blister featuring Kangaskhan or Zebstrika
2 x Single Booster pack blister featuring Eevee or Zarude
2 x Single Booster evolution pack blister featuring Fuecoco or Togepi evolution line
