Ancient and Future Pokémon Take Center Stage

The Scarlet & Violet—Temporal Forces expansion shakes up the Pokémon TCG meta with two brand-new card classifications: Ancient and Future. These aren’t just cosmetic labels — each type unlocks mechanics that reward dedicated deck builds.

Ancient cards such as Koraidon ex hit hard when you commit to the theme. Its Primordial Beatdown attack scales in damage for every Ancient Pokémon on your field, reaching up to 180 damage with a full bench of six. Future cards lean into acceleration: Miraidon ex carries the Peak Acceleration ability, letting you search up to two Basic Energy cards and attach them directly to Future Pokémon — perfect for fueling big attackers fast.

Ace Spec Cards Make Their Comeback

One of the biggest talking points in Temporal Forces is the return of Ace Spec Trainer cards — a format last seen in 2012. The rule is simple and strict: only one Ace Spec card per deck. That limitation is the point. Each Ace Spec is powerful enough to swing a game, so choosing which one fits your strategy becomes a meaningful deck-building decision.

Illustration Rares Worth Chasing

Beyond competitive play, Temporal Forces is packed with stunning Illustration Rares that depict Pokémon in everyday moments. Gastly drifts through a neon city leading a procession of Ghost-types. Grotle wanders a meadow with Marill and Starly. Minccino and Cinccino share a quiet tidy-up moment. These cards tell small stories and make the set a collector’s highlight.

Cards to Watch

• Koraidon ex — Scales to 180 damage with a full Ancient bench via Primordial Beatdown
• Miraidon ex — Peak Acceleration grabs two Basic Energy and attaches them to Future Pokémon
• Iron Leaves ex — Rapid Vernier ability combos with Miraidon’s acceleration for immediate offensive pressure

Whether you’re building a tournament deck around the new mechanics or hunting artwork for your binder, Temporal Forces has something worth opening. Check out our full product range at TCGFront.