The reintroduction of Mega Evolutions in thePokemon TCGhas caused quite a stir, withpre-orders selling out within an hour or soof their drop. While getting your hands on this modern version of a Mega Evolution set might be tough for the foreseeable future, there are several productsboasting beautiful alternatives from the XY era.
While it won’t be cheap to open these sets for yourself, you’re able to always opt to buy singles of the Pokemon you like, with these sets providing plenty of options. Whether you’re a Charizard fan who can’t get enough or you’re looking for some unusual Mega Pokemon, these are the best Pokemon TCG sets.
8Steam Siege – Four Megas
A Return To Prominence
Steam Siege became something of a meme after release, as it was frequently maligned as the worst set from the XY era. While, comparatively, this may have some truth to it, that doesn’t mean that Steam Siege is a bad set. With the renewed interest in Mega Pokemon, this set is showing more appeal than ever before.
Mega Gardevoir is the main event here, with two versions to chase, alongside Mega Steelix. There’s not a ton of other reasons to seek out this product, so Steam Siege is a great example of a set you’d be better off buying singles from, rather than shelling out the money for the sealed product.
7Phantom Forces – Four Megas
For Gengar Fans
On the other side of the spectrum is Phantom Forces, which has gained incredible value over the years, and is now one ofthe most expensive sets from the XY era.Gengar is a major reason for this set’s popularity, as Phantom Forces boasts two versions of this immensely popular Pokemon.
If you’re not as keen on Gengar, then Phantom Forces also has two Mega Manectric cards to collect, though Gengar is probably the reason you’d buy this set. With both versions exceeding $100, Gengar is an iconic part of what makes Phantom Forces so cool.
6Fates Collide – Five Megas
An Original Returns
Mega Alakazam is one of the most recognizable Pokemon to receive a new form with the Mega Evolution mechanic, and it shows off its design in Fates Collide.
Even if you’re not the biggest Mega Evolution fan or simply want some variety, Fates Collide features a few other valuable cards, including Umbreon, to tickle your fancy.
With a Mega Pokemon roster that includes Audino, Alakazam, and Altaria, it’s an all-A affair in Fates Collide, with Kanto’s favorite Psychic Pokemon standing out as the clear chase card, aside from the Umbreon full art, that is.
5BREAKthrough – Six Megas
Breaking Records
BREAKthrough is bursting with beautiful Mega Evolution artwork, with Mewtwo highlighting the list as the clear favorite option. Whether you’re a fan of Mega Mewtwo’s X or Y version, you’ll find both in this set, though you’ll pay about $30 more for a raw copy of the full-art Mega Mewtwo Y.
If you’re on a tight budget,there are also two other non-full-art Mega Mewtwo cards to collect here.
Aside from Mewtwo, you’ll also find Houndoom in this set, with two variations to choose from, depending on whether you prefer the full art or not.
4Flashfire – Six Megas
Gone In A Flash
Flashfire stands out as arguably one of the most famous Mega Evolution sets, thanks to both the quantity of available choices and the high quality of those cards. Four of the six Mega Evolution cards feature Charizard, with those options evenly divided between Mega Charizard X and Mega Charizard Y.
Aside from the big dog, Kangaskhan also appears, boasting two versions, but all of these options are more similar than you may hope. Despite boasting six cards, there are only three unique Mega Evolutions artworks here, with a Secret Rare and Ultra Rare version of each, with the former distinguished by a golden border.
3Ancient Origins – Five Megas (And Two Primals)
Put Some Respect On Primals
Ancient Origins shakes things up, as it offers some impressive Mega Evolution artwork, alongside some ofthe most stunning Primal Evolution cards in the TCG.Three Mega Evolutions appear in Ancient Origins, in the forms of Rayquaza, Ampharos, and Sceptile.
In addition to that stellar selection, you may also findPrimal Groudon and Primal Kyogre cardshere, which sit just behind Rayquaza as the most valuable cards from Ancient Origins.
2Roaring Skies – Seven Megas
Rayquaza Everywhere
If you’re a Rayquaza fan who doesn’t want to pay up to $500 for a copy of your favorite Pokemon, then Roaring Skies offers some cheaper Rayquaza alternatives. The Rayquaza full art commands about $250, followed by the Ultra Rare (61) at around $90, and another Ultra Rare (76) closer to the $50 mark.
Aside from Rayquaza, Mega Gallade and Mega Latios each boast two cards to round out Roaring Skies' best Mega cards, with each Pokemon boasting a full art and Ultra Rare version to enjoy.
1XY Evolutions – Nine Megas
Charizard’s Favorite
XY Evolution claims the top spot as the best set featuring Mega Evolution Pokemon, with the original starter trio and some other Kantonian favorites joining the fray. Charizard, Blastoise, Venusaur, Pidgeot, and Slowbro all appear with superb Mega Evolution cards to enjoy.
Unsurprisingly,The Mega Charizard Y EX leads the pack with a value exceeding $100for big spenders, while you can grab a top-tier Pidgeot artwork for under $20. As Mega Evolutions continue to rise, expect to pay more for these cards if you wait too long.
