The First Partner Illustration Collection series continues with Series 3, launching August 7th and featuring starter Pokémon from Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea regions. PokeBeach reports this latest set will follow the established format that collectors have come to expect.
Priced at £14.99, each collection includes three special promo cards from one featured region, two standard booster packs, and a themed sticker sheet. This proven formula has maintained strong appeal among Pokémon TCG enthusiasts since the series began.
Regional Spotlight: Three Generations of Starters
Series 3 covers an impressive span of Pokémon history. Hoenn brings Treecko, Torchic, and Mudkip from Ruby and Sapphire era. Kalos features Chespin, Fennekin, and Froakie, with Greninja remaining a competitive favourite. Paldea’s newest trio - Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly - represents the current generation from Scarlet and Violet.
These nine starters showcase the full Fire, Water, and Grass type spectrum across their evolutionary families. The premium artwork treatment should highlight each Pokémon’s distinct regional characteristics without the generic poses often seen in regular sets.
What We Can Expect
The specific promotional cards remain under wraps, but historical patterns suggest reveals in early July. Both previous series had their promos unveiled through Pokémon China’s website roughly one month before US release dates.
The special artwork format has consistently delivered high-quality designs featuring detailed, painterly styles. This approach sets these promos apart from standard card releases and explains their growing collector demand.
For collectors building complete First Partner sets, Series 3 fills another important gap. The series has established itself as the definitive source for premium starter Pokémon artwork in the Pokémon TCG, offering designs unavailable in regular expansions.
Expect full promotional card details to emerge closer to the August launch window.
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