Pokémon Trading Card Game First Partner Illustration Collection Series 1

Key Features

Celebrate 30 years of first partner Pokémon with the Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection – Series 1. Every Trainer’s adventure starts with that first Pokémon by their side, and this special collection puts the spotlight on beloved first partners from the Kanto, Sinnoh, and Alola regions with exclusive illustration rare-style promotional cards.

Inside each collection is a special promo pack containing 3 of 9 possible first partner promo cards, along with 2 Pokémon TCG booster packs and a colorful first partner Pokémon sticker sheet.

Why You’ll Love It

Series 1 brings together three generations of unforgettable first partners. The nine-card promo pool features Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Turtwig, Chimchar, Piplup, Rowlet, Litten, and Popplio, each presented with detailed illustration rare-style artwork celebrating the Pokémon and the region where its journey begins.

These cards are part of the Mega Evolution Black Star Promo series, numbered MEP 037 through MEP 045, giving collectors a dedicated set of first partner promos to chase. With only three promo cards included in each collection, opening a box adds an element of surprise while still guaranteeing special illustrated promotional cards.

The two additional Pokémon TCG booster packs add even more pack-opening fun, while the included sticker sheet makes this a charming collection for longtime Trainers and newer Pokémon fans alike.

Product Details

The Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection – Series 1 was released in March 2026 as part of Pokémon’s celebration of 30 years of first partner Pokémon.

Each factory-sealed collection includes 1 special Pokémon TCG promo pack containing 3 of 9 illustration rare-style promo cards, 2 Pokémon TCG booster packs, and 1 sticker sheet featuring first partner Pokémon.

The possible promo cards feature first partner Pokémon from the Kanto, Sinnoh, and Alola regions. Promo card contents are randomized, and specific Pokémon cannot be guaranteed. Booster pack selection may vary.

Perfect For

Perfect for Pokémon collectors, starter Pokémon fans, Kanto, Sinnoh and Alola collectors, MEP Black Star Promo collectors, sealed product collectors, and anyone celebrating three decades of Pokémon adventures. Whether your first partner was Charmander, Piplup, Rowlet, or another favorite, the First Partner Illustration Collection – Series 1 is a nostalgic way to celebrate where every Pokémon journey begins.