{"product_id":"destined-rivals-sleeved-booster","title":"Destined Rivals Sleeved Booster","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"303\" data-end=\"334\"\u003ePokémon TCG: Destined Rivals\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"365\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"353\"\u003eRelease Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 May 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"367\" data-end=\"370\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"383\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"385\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"389\" data-end=\"421\"\u003ePokémon TCG: Destined Rivals\u003c\/strong\u003e expansion brings the iconic \u003cstrong data-start=\"450\" data-end=\"465\"\u003eTeam Rocket\u003c\/strong\u003e organisation back into the spotlight, introducing Rocket-themed Pokémon, powerful Pokémon ex cards and highly collectible illustration rares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eInspired by the classic Team Rocket expansions from earlier eras of the Pokémon TCG, the set blends nostalgia with modern gameplay mechanics. 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Special Illustration Rare Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eHighly detailed artwork highlights Pokémon and characters within cinematic environments, continuing the modern Pokémon TCG focus on collectible art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e🧠 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1647\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003eVillain-Themed Trainer Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003eIncludes Trainer and Supporter cards featuring Giovanni and Rocket Executives that support aggressive deck strategies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1802\" data-end=\"1963\"\u003e📦 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003eRetail Sleeved Booster Format\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1838\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003eSleeved booster packs include an additional cardboard sleeve that protects the sealed pack and features expansion artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1970\" data-end=\"1986\"\u003eNotable Cards\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1988\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eTeam Rocket’s Mewtwo ex (Special Illustration Rare)\u003c\/strong\u003e – One of the headline chase cards of the expansion, combining powerful gameplay potential with premium artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003eTeam Rocket’s Moltres ex\u003c\/strong\u003e – A legendary Pokémon reimagined under Rocket control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003eTeam Rocket’s Nidoking\u003c\/strong\u003e – A nostalgic callback to the original Team Rocket era of the Pokémon TCG.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2345\" data-end=\"2380\"\u003eGiovanni \u0026amp; 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