Scarlet & Violet Destined Rivals
Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals
Choose your side in Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals, the tenth main expansion in the Scarlet & Violet Series. Featuring the long-awaited return of Team Rocket, this exciting set brings together legendary Trainers and their partner Pokémon in an epic battle between heroes and villains.
Whether you’re collecting stunning Illustration Rare cards, building a competitive deck or searching for chase cards like Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex and Cynthia’s Garchomp ex, Destined Rivals is one of the most exciting Pokémon TCG releases of the Scarlet & Violet era.
At a Glance
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Game | Pokémon Trading Card Game |
| Series | Scarlet & Violet |
| Expansion | Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals |
| Set Number | SV10 |
| Release Date | 30 May 2025 |
| Cards | Over 240 cards |
| Featured Theme | Team Rocket & Trainer’s Pokémon |
| Products | Booster Boxes, Booster Packs, Elite Trainer Boxes, Booster Bundles, Build & Battle Boxes, Blisters |
| Perfect For | Collectors, Players & Pokémon Fans |
About Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals
Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals continues the return of Trainer’s Pokémon, pairing iconic Trainers with their signature partners while introducing one of the largest Team Rocket-themed releases ever produced. Players can battle alongside Cynthia, Ethan, Misty, Arven, Steven and Marnie, or embrace the dark side with Giovanni and Team Rocket’s Pokémon.
The expansion combines cards from several Japanese releases, including The Glory of Team Rocket, Heat Wave Arena, and the Marnie and Steven ex Starter Decks, creating a feature-rich set packed with collectable artwork and competitive cards.
What’s New?
Team Rocket Returns
One of the biggest highlights of Destined Rivals is the return of Team Rocket’s Pokémon, with more than 80 Team Rocket-themed cards, including powerful Pokémon ex led by Giovanni.
More Trainer’s Pokémon
The Trainer’s Pokémon mechanic continues with fan-favourite Trainers including:
- Cynthia
- Ethan
- Misty
- Arven
- Steven Stone
- Marnie
- Giovanni & Team Rocket
Each Trainer brings unique Pokémon and strategies to the game.
Incredible Chase Cards
Collectors can hunt for:
- Illustration Rare Pokémon
- Special Illustration Rare cards
- Hyper Rare gold cards
- Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex
- Cynthia’s Garchomp ex
- Ethan’s Ho-Oh ex
- Arven’s Mabosstiff ex
Destined Rivals contains some of the most desirable cards released during the Scarlet & Violet era.
Products for Every Collector
The expansion is available across a wide range of official Pokémon TCG products, including:
- Booster Boxes
- Booster Packs
- Elite Trainer Boxes
- Booster Bundles
- Build & Battle Boxes
- Checklane Blisters
- Premium Checklane Blisters
Featured Pokémon & Trainers
Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals showcases some of the franchise’s most recognisable Trainers and Pokémon.
Highlights include:
- Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex
- Cynthia’s Garchomp ex
- Ethan’s Ho-Oh ex
- Misty’s Psyduck
- Arven’s Mabosstiff ex
- Steven’s Metagross ex
- Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex
The expansion combines nostalgic favourites with exciting new artwork, making it a must-have set for both collectors and competitive players.
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Whether you’re looking for Booster Boxes, Elite Trainer Boxes or Booster Bundles, Display Box has everything you need to grow your Pokémon collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals?
Scarlet & Violet—Destined Rivals is the tenth main expansion in the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet Series, centred around Team Rocket and the continued return of Trainer’s Pokémon.
When was Destined Rivals released?
The expansion was released worldwide on 30 May 2025, with Prerelease events taking place from 17–25 May 2025.
How many cards are in the set?
The expansion contains over 240 cards, including Illustration Rares, Special Illustration Rares, Hyper Rares and Trainer’s Pokémon.
Which Trainers are featured?
The set includes Cynthia, Ethan, Misty, Arven, Steven Stone, Marnie and Team Rocket, each partnered with their signature Pokémon.
Does Display Box sell official Pokémon TCG products?
Yes. Display Box stocks official Pokémon Trading Card Game products sourced through authorised distribution channels.