Fresh reveals from the upcoming 30th Celebration set dropped this week, giving us our first proper look at the Kanto Legendary Birds alongside details of a foil Energy giveaway at PokemonXP. Here’s everything you need to know.
Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres Join the Party
The Pokémon Company has officially revealed Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres from the 30th Celebration set, along with another one of the set’s 30 Pikachu cards. Products from the set will begin releasing worldwide on 16 September 2026. Seeing the original Legendary trio get the spotlight in a milestone celebration set feels fitting, given how iconic they’ve been since the very first generation.
Foil Basic Energy Giveaway at PokemonXP
Fans attending PokemonXP from 28 to 30 August will be able to pick up foil Basic Energy cards from the set at the 30th Celebration booth. Each visitor receives one Energy at random, while supplies last. Worth noting: these are identical to the Basic Energy cards found inside the set’s booster packs, so there’s no exclusive variant to chase here, just an early hands-on opportunity before the set launches in September.
Alongside the card reveals, a short interview with artist YOSHIROTTEN has been published, in which he discusses how light influenced his illustrations for the Futuristic Rares and the Basic Energy designs. It’s a nice peek behind the curtain for collectors who appreciate the artistry that goes into these sets.
FAQ
How can I get foil Basic Energy cards from 30th Celebration early?
Fans visiting the 30th Celebration booth at PokemonXP from 28 to 30 August can receive one foil Basic Energy card at random, while supplies last. These are identical to the Energy cards found in the set's booster packs.
Which Legendary Birds are in the 30th Celebration set?
Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres have been officially revealed as part of the 30th Celebration set.
