The First Partner Illustration Collection has been one of the most popular — and most affordable — ways to jump into a fresh wave of illustration-rare style cards, and Series 3 is nearly here. Set to arrive August 7, 2026, this round shines the spotlight on starter Pokémon from the Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea regions.
What's in the box?
Each Series 3 collection includes:
- One booster pack containing 3 of 9 illustration-rare style promo cards, featuring beloved first partner Pokémon from Hoenn, Kalos, or Paldea
- Two additional Pokémon TCG booster packs
- A first partner-themed sticker sheet
At a US MSRP of $14.99, it's one of the most accessible ways to land a chase-worthy illustration card without committing to a full booster box — which is exactly why Series 1 and Series 2 sold out as fast as they did.
Why collectors are excited
Starter Pokémon hit differently. Whether Treecko was your very first partner or Sprigatito is still warming up your current team, these illustration-style cards lean hard into nostalgia — clean, poster-quality art that looks as good in a binder as it does on a shelf.
With only 9 possible pulls per region wave, Series 3 is shaping up to be a fast mover. If Series 1 and 2 are anything to go by, expect these to be tough to find at retail within days of launch.
Picking up where Series 2 left off
If you missed out on First Partner Series 2, now's a good time to grab it before attention shifts fully to Series 3.
Getting your hands on Series 3
Series 3 won't be available at DreamZTCG until after its official release on August 7 — Once it's released and we've got stock in hand, we'll list it on the site, so follow us to know the moment it's live. In the meantime, browse our current Mega Evolutions range.