Pokemon 30th Anniversary Set Card List

The pokemon 30th anniversary set card list splits into two chase tiers that serve completely different collectors. The Classic Collection reprints 30 iconic cards from across 30 years of TCG history, each with a Pikachu stamp and special holofoil treatment. The Futuristic Rare tier introduces a new rarity to the game. Which tier you care about determines which product you buy, because they are not distributed equally across the lineup.

Last updated: 15 October 2026. Wave 4 dates have moved: the 5 Booster Tin (the 5-pack Sylveon ex / Greninja ex tin at some retailers; other retailers sell the 4-pack version on December 4) stays on November 6, the Ditto Premium Collection and Figure Collection (Mew and Mewtwo) are now November 20, and the Ultra Premium Collections are now November 13. Other Australian retailers are expected to reflect the new dates, likely due to a supplier or distributor delay. Details and the retailer emails are in the pre-orders guide.

The set launched worldwide on September 16, 2026, with additional product waves releasing on a staggered schedule through December 4, 2026. Here is the full card list, every promo, and which box to target.

Update, September 26, 2026: Wave 1 has now launched and sold out or crashed sites at every major Australian retailer. Kmart has since briefly opened online pre-orders for the Ultra Premium Collection at $360 AUD, well ahead of the original Wave 4 (November 6) date - see the ETB, UPC and Ditto where-to-buy guide for the current retailer-by-retailer picture.

What Makes 30th Celebration Different

Three things separate this set from standard Scarlet and Violet expansions.

Every card is foil. Not just the rares and ultra rares. Every card in the set is foil, including Basic Energy cards. There is no non-holo filler.

Guaranteed Pikachu illustration per pack. Each booster pack contains five foil cards (including one of 30 unique illustrations of Pikachu) and one foil Basic Energy card. Thirty different Pikachu artworks across the set, one guaranteed per pack.

A new rarity tier. Futuristic Rare is the new rarity debuting in this set, adding a chase layer on top of the standard ultra rare pool.

The main set includes 128 cards, with secret rare and Classic Collection counts still to be confirmed beyond what has been revealed so far. For the full Australian pricing and preorder picture, see the 30th Celebration set Australia guide.

Futuristic Rare: The New Chase Rarity

Futuristic Rare is the new rarity debuting in this set. Pull rates, the full list of cards carrying this rarity, and secondary market pricing have not been confirmed yet.

If you are chasing the newest and rarest cards in the set rather than nostalgia reprints, Futuristic Rares are the tier to watch. More details should surface as September approaches.

The Classic Collection: 30 Reprints Across 30 Years

The Classic Collection is the nostalgia play. Thirty classic cards from throughout the Pokemon TCG's history, each reprinted with a Pikachu stamp and a special holofoil treatment. The selection is a mix of collector favourites such as Crystal Lugia and the Illustration Rare Magikarp, alongside competitive staples of different eras, including Erika's Jigglypuff, Sneasel, Delcatty, and Uxie.

Here is the full confirmed list:

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The only confirmed product containing Classic Collection cards is the Ultra-Premium Collection, which includes a dedicated Classic Collection booster with three cards from the set's Classic Collection lineup. Whether Classic Collection cards also appear in standard booster packs has not been confirmed.

Promo Cards: Product-Locked Chase Cards

Six promo cards are confirmed, each locked to a specific product.

Nidorina (ETB Promo)

Nidorina is #30 in the Pokedex, and the card illustration features exactly 30 Nidorinas. It ships as a full-art promo in both versions of the Elite Trainer Box.

Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres (Poster Collection)

The Poster Collection includes foil promo cards featuring three powerful Legendary Pokemon from the Kanto region, Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres, plus a poster featuring images of over 160 cards from the set, along with three booster packs.

Victini and Zeraora (Battle Deck Promos)

The 30th Celebration Battle Decks come in two variants. An illustration rare-style Victini alongside Espeon ex, and an electrifying illustration rare-style Zeraora paired with Umbreon ex. Illustration rare-style promos outside of booster packs are uncommon, making these notable for collectors who chase that art style.

Mew and Mewtwo (Figure Collection)

The Figure Collection includes a foil promo and a jumbo card featuring Mew or Mewtwo, a figure of the Pokemon, plus five 30th Celebration booster packs. This product is part of the staggered release wave following the September 16 launch.

Which Product to Buy for Which Chase Tier

The Pokemon Center ETB gives you the most booster packs at 11, compared to the standard ETB's 9. Both launch September 16. The Ultra-Premium Collection includes 29 booster packs and one Classic Collection booster pack, making it the only confirmed route to Classic Collection cards so far.

If you are chasing Futuristic Rares from standard packs, maximise pack count. If you want the Classic Collection reprints, the UPC is where to focus.

What to Watch for in the Remaining Waves

Pull rates for Futuristic Rares remain unconfirmed. Classic Collection distribution could still expand beyond the UPC if additional products are announced, though nothing beyond the dedicated Classic Collection booster has been confirmed so far.

Set up price alerts for the products you are targeting. Kmart has already confirmed the UPC's $360 AUD price via a brief pre-order window that sold out to bots within minutes, and Big W and Target have not yet opened their own UPC pre-orders - the UPC will stay in high demand given it is the sole confirmed source of Classic Collection cards. Check the ETB, UPC and Ditto where-to-buy guide and live stock tracker for the current picture before the next wave lands, and check the 30th Celebration eBay deals page for live secondary-market listings if you miss a retail window.

Frequently asked questions

How many cards are in the Classic Collection?
Thirty confirmed reprints spanning the TCG's history, from the Base Set Pikachu and Charizard through to Magikarp from Paldea Evolved. See the full table above for every confirmed card and its original set.

Which product do I need for the Classic Collection cards?
The Ultra-Premium Collection is the only confirmed source - each UPC (Day or Night) includes one dedicated Classic Collection booster pack with three cards from the lineup.

What is a Futuristic Rare?
A new rarity tier debuting in this set, first revealed on Mewtwo ex and Mew ex, illustrated by YOSHIROTTEN. Pull rates and the full list of Futuristic Rare cards have not been publicly confirmed.

Has the Ultra-Premium Collection been released in Australia?
Kmart briefly opened online pre-orders for it at $360 AUD, well ahead of the original Wave 4 (November 6) date, but bots cleared the stock within minutes. Big W and Target have not yet opened their own UPC pre-orders.

Are the Classic Collection reprints legal in Standard format?
No. They carry a foil treatment and a "30" Pikachu stamp but are not legal for Standard play, though they remain usable in formats that allow their original printings.