PocketCards.netPaldean Wonders is here: Paldea’s starters, Meowscarada ex, and Gholdengo ex arrive in Pokémon TCG Pocket
Release time, standout cards, and what to open first in the new B2a themed booster pack
Paldean Wonders is the newest themed booster pack in Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket, bringing the Paldea region into the spotlight with new Pokémon and Supporter cards, headlined by Meowscarada ex, Gholdengo ex, and Maushold.
Release date and time
According to the official Pokémon.com announcement, Paldean Wonders launches on February 25, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. PST (which is February 26 for many regions).
Pokémon.com also notes a new set of card covers featuring Sprigatito and its Evolutions (plus other Paldea Pokémon) arriving on February 28, 2026 at 10:00 p.m. PST. You can read the announcement here: More Pokémon from Paldea Arrive in the Pokémon TCG Pocket: Paldean Wonders Expansion.
What’s in Paldean Wonders (B2a)
In PocketCards’ database, Paldean Wonders is set B2a, with:
- 99 unique cards (131 total)
- 91 Pokémon and 8 Trainers
- A wide spread of colors, with particularly deep pools in Water and Grass
If you want to browse everything right away, here are the fast links:
Standout cards to look for
Paldean Wonders has a ton of flavor picks, but a few cards jump out immediately, either because they’re headliners, deck-building anchors, or just great utility.
Meowscarada ex
Meowscarada ex is the marquee debut on Pokémon.com, and it plays like a precision threat. Flower Trick lets you “mark” a spot (Active or Bench) and then deal damage at the end of your opponent’s next turn, which can create awkward lines for opponents trying to pivot or protect a benched setup Pokémon.
Gholdengo ex
Gholdengo ex is a uniquely “Pocket” style card: Spending Rush scales with how many Metal Energy you’ve attached, then chooses random opposing targets for bursts of damage. It’s the kind of attack that can swing boards, especially when your opponent tries to hide low-HP Pokémon on the Bench.
Maushold
Even without an “ex” label, Maushold is one of the set’s most charming inclusions, and it’s exactly the kind of card that ends up overperforming in compact formats. Keep an eye out for lines that reward steady chip damage and smart switching.
Trainers and Paldea flavor
Paldean Wonders also brings in Paldea’s cast through Trainers like Nemona and Arven, plus the Stadium Mesagoza.
A smart opening plan (so you don’t waste hourglasses)
If you’re planning to spend pack hourglasses, a good approach is:
- Start with your favorite “anchor” line: if you want to build around Meowscarada ex or Gholdengo ex, prioritize opening until you have the evolution line pieces you need.
- Fill gaps with targeted crafting: once you’re 1–2 cards away from a playable list, crafting is usually more efficient than chasing a specific hit.
- Track duplicates early: Paldean Wonders is relatively compact, so it’s easy to drift into heavy duplicate territory if you keep opening after you’ve already hit your core deck pieces.
Final thoughts
Paldean Wonders is a strong “region identity” set: it feels cohesive, it adds multiple build-around threats, and it finally gives Paldea fans a themed home to collect. Whether you’re chasing Meowscarada ex for precision pressure, Gholdengo ex for high-ceiling burst turns, or just want the Paldea Trainers in your binder, this is an easy pack to get excited about.