Pokémon - Mega Evolution - Phantasmal Flames - Booster Bundle
Quantity:
English Edition
6 Booster Packs
60 Cards + 6 Code Cards
🔥 Mega Charizard X ex
👻 Mega Gengar ex
★ ME02 Expansion
Released Nov 14, 2025
Searing blue flames rip across a dark battlefield as Mega Charizard X ex soars overhead — and from the shadows below, the spectral silhouette of Mega Gengar ex slowly rises to meet it. The Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames Booster Bundle puts the Mega Evolution era's most iconic clash right in your hands, with six booster packs packed with Fire-type fury and Ghostly shadows in equal measure.
As the second expansion in the Mega Evolution Series, Phantasmal Flames delivers six Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, 5 Special Illustration Rares, a Mega Hyper Rare gold card, and the debut of Dawn as a Supporter card — one of the most beloved and historically scarce Trainer cards in years. With 130 total cards in a focused, compact set, every pack in this bundle carries exceptional pull potential and stunning artwork across every rarity.
📦 Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Set Name | Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames |
| Set Code | PFL / ME02 |
| Product Type | Booster Bundle |
| Publisher | The Pokémon Company International |
| Language | English |
| Packs Per Bundle | 6 Booster Packs |
| Cards Per Pack | 10 Cards + 1 Basic Energy + 1 Pokémon TCG Live Code Card |
| Total Cards | ~60 Cards + 6 Code Cards |
| Full Set Size | 130 cards (94 main set + 36 secret rares) |
| Release Date | November 14, 2025 |
| Series Position | 2nd Expansion — Mega Evolution Series |
| Japanese Counterpart | Inferno X + Mega Gengar ex & Mega Diancie ex Starter Sets |
| Set Theme | Fire vs. Darkness — Mega Charizard X ex vs. Mega Gengar ex |
🔥 Why Phantasmal Flames Is a Must-Have Set
🔥 Mega Charizard X ex — The Set's Headline Chase Card
- Mega Charizard X ex is the undisputed star of Phantasmal Flames — a Fire/Dragon-type with 360 HP and the devastating Inferno X attack dealing 90 damage for every Fire Energy discarded
- Featuring the iconic blue flame aesthetic of its Shiny form, Mega Charizard X ex is one of the most visually distinctive Charizard cards in Pokémon TCG history
- The Special Illustration Rare version (#125) showcases Charmander and Charmeleon silhouettes glowing in a dark battlefield below — immediately one of the most talked-about artworks of the Mega Evolution era
- Charizard chase cards historically hold and appreciate in value — Phantasmal Flames is no exception
👻 Mega Gengar ex — Fire Meets Shadow
- The counterweight to Charizard's fire, Mega Gengar ex rises from swirling purple flames on the set's iconic art — a Ghost/Poison-type with its unique Shadow Hiding ability that reduces Prize cards taken by one
- Gengar's enduring popularity means every variant holds strong collector and competitive appeal across all rarity tiers
- The Mega Gengar ex SIR wraps Gengar in intricate ghost-and-flame imagery — one of the most elegant artworks in the set and a consistent performer on the secondary market
★ Dawn's First Solo Trainer Card — A Historic Debut
- Phantasmal Flames features the first-ever solo Supporter card fully featuring Dawn — the beloved Pokémon Coordinator from the Diamond & Pearl anime
- Despite being an iconic character since the Sinnoh era, Dawn had never received her own dedicated Supporter card in the Pokémon TCG — making this a genuinely historic inclusion
- The Dawn SIR (#129) showcases her in a stunning contest-pose illustration with flame motifs — driven by both player demand (the card's powerful search effect) and the nostalgia of an entire generation of Pokémon fans
- A dual player/collector card with sustained demand well beyond typical Trainer cards
🏆 Secret Rares in Both Rare AND Reverse Holo Slots
- Phantasmal Flames activates the reverse holo slot as a space where Secret Rares can be pulled — a game-changing format change that dramatically increases the excitement of every pack opening
- This means two chances per pack to hit high-rarity cards, rather than the traditional single secret rare slot
- Community response to this change has been overwhelmingly positive — more pulls, more surprises, more value per pack
⚔️ All Six Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
Phantasmal Flames unites all six of its Mega Evolution Pokémon ex under the Fire/Darkness theme — anchored by the clash of Charizard and Gengar:
Mega Charizard X ex (#013)
360 HP — Fire/Dragon. Inferno X: 90 damage × Fire Energy discarded. The set mascot, top competitive attacker, and #1 chase card in the set
Mega Gengar ex (#056)
350 HP — Ghost/Poison. Shadow Hiding Ability reduces Prize cards taken by 1. Spectral control strategy with strong secondary market across all rarities
Mega Diancie ex (#041)
Psychic/Fairy type — 240 damage attack with damage immunity mechanic. Part of the Mega Gengar ex & Mega Diancie ex Starter Set integration
Mega Heracross ex (#004)
280+ HP — Grass/Fighting. Panzer Horn counter-attacks by adding previous turn's damage received. Strong competitive presence; underrated Bug/Fighting collector favourite
Mega Lopunny ex (#084)
280 HP — Normal/Fighting. Gale Thrust: 230 damage for 1 Energy when entering the Active Spot. One of the most playable Mega ex cards; SIR artwork captures mid-kick elegance
Mega Sharpedo ex (#061)
260 HP — Darkness/Water. Hungry Jaws: 270 damage for two Dark Energy + draws 2 cards. Control deck staple; SIR oceanic fury artwork is a fan favourite
🃏 Full Set Contents at a Glance
Mega Evolution Pokémon ex ×6Charizard X, Gengar, Diancie, Heracross, Lopunny, Sharpedo
Regular Pokémon ex ×4Rotom ex, Oricorio ex, Empoleon ex, Mismagius ex
Illustration Rares ×13Including Charmander, Mega Charizard X ex, Dawn, Korrina, Mismagius & more
Ultra Rares ×17Full-art Mega ex & Trainer Supporter cards
Special Illustration Rares ×5Mega Charizard X ex, Mega Gengar ex, Mega Sharpedo ex, Mega Lopunny ex, Dawn
Mega Hyper Rare ×1Mega Charizard X ex gold card — rarest pull in the set
Double Rares ×10All six Mega ex + Rotom ex, Genesect ex & more
Trainer Cards ×10+Dawn, Korrina, Clemont, Firebreather, Battle Cage & more
Secret Rares in Reverse SlotSRs can appear in BOTH the rare AND reverse holo slot — double your pull chances
📊 Pull Rates at a Glance
| Rarity | Pull Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Double Rare (Mega ex) | ~1 in 5 packs | Consistent hit rate across the set |
| Illustration Rare | ~1 in 9 packs | Improved vs. earlier S&V era sets |
| Ultra Rare | ~1 in 12 packs | Also improved vs. prior sets |
| Special Illustration Rare | ~1 in 100+ packs | Slightly harder than ME01; Charizard SIR is the set's top chase |
| Mega Hyper Rare (Gold) | ~1 in 1,000–1,260 packs | Mega Charizard X ex gold — the rarest card in the set |
*Pull rate estimates based on community data from 5,000+ pack openings. Individual pack results vary.
🔥 Top Chase Cards in Phantasmal Flames
| Card | Rarity | Why It's a Chase Card |
|---|---|---|
| Mega Charizard X ex (#125) | Special Illustration Rare | The set's undisputed #1 — blue-flame artwork with Charmander/Charmeleon silhouettes; Charizard collector demand is generational |
| Mega Charizard X ex (#130) | Mega Hyper Rare (Gold) | Gold-etched black frame at ~1 in 1,260 packs — the rarest card in Phantasmal Flames |
| Dawn (#129) | Special Illustration Rare | First-ever solo Dawn Supporter card; player + nostalgic collector demand; contest-pose flame illustration |
| Rotom ex SIR | Special Illustration Rare | Plasma-coil chaotic artwork; rising competitive utility as a form-shift support Pokémon |
| Mega Gengar ex (#126) SIR | Special Illustration Rare | Haunted bonfire ghost imagery; fan-favourite Ghost type with steady appreciation post-release |
| Mega Sharpedo ex (#127) SIR | Special Illustration Rare | Oceanic fury meets fire in striking purple/yellow art; rising tournament playability driving collector value |
| Mega Lopunny ex (#128) SIR | Special Illustration Rare | Mid-kick orange ember pose; one of the most playable Mega ex cards in the competitive format |
| Mega Charizard X ex (#109) | Illustration Rare | Dynamic wingspread amid embers; accessible Charizard hit for collectors at a lower price point |
| Charmander IR | Illustration Rare | Emotionally resonant artwork; originally slated as an ETB promo before being added to the main set |
🎯 Perfect For
| Who | Why the Phantasmal Flames Booster Bundle Is Right for You |
|---|---|
| 🔥 Charizard Collectors | The definitive 2025 Charizard set — Mega Charizard X ex appears across multiple premium rarities including the stunning SIR and gold Mega Hyper Rare |
| 🖼️ Art Collectors | 13 Illustration Rares, 5 Special Illustration Rares, and cohesive fire/shadow dark palette make this one of the most visually striking sets in the Mega Evolution era |
| 🃏 Competitive Players | Mega Charizard X ex, Mega Sharpedo ex, Mega Lopunny ex, Oricorio ex & Dawn provide essential competitive building blocks for 2025/2026 Standard format |
| 📦 Sealed Investors | Compact 130-card set with Charizard as the headline — the combination historically produces strong sealed appreciation |
| 🎁 Gift Buyers | Official product with Pokémon TCG Live codes, Charizard appeal, and exciting pull potential — ideal for any Pokémon fan |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What's in the Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames Booster Bundle?
- Each bundle contains 6 booster packs, with each pack including 10 cards, 1 Basic Energy card, and 1 Pokémon TCG Live code card — approximately 60 cards and 6 digital codes in total.
- When was Phantasmal Flames released?
- Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames officially released worldwide on November 14, 2025, with Prerelease events at local game stores beginning November 1, 2025.
- What is the set code for Phantasmal Flames?
- The official set codes are PFL (pack code) and ME02 (series designation), marking it as the second expansion in the Mega Evolution Series.
- How many cards are in the Phantasmal Flames set?
- Phantasmal Flames contains 130 total cards — 94 in the main numbered set and 36 secret rares — making it a focused, compact expansion that collectors can more realistically complete than larger sets.
- What are the rarest cards in Phantasmal Flames?
- The rarest card is the Mega Charizard X ex Mega Hyper Rare (#130) — the set's gold card, pulling at approximately 1 in 1,000–1,260 packs. The 5 Special Illustration Rares (Mega Charizard X ex SIR, Dawn SIR, Rotom ex SIR, Mega Gengar ex SIR, Mega Sharpedo ex SIR) are the next most difficult pulls.
- Why is the Dawn card so valuable?
- Dawn's Supporter card in Phantasmal Flames is her first-ever solo Trainer card in the Pokémon TCG — despite being a beloved character from the Diamond & Pearl era. This historical scarcity, combined with a powerful deck-search effect and a stunning SIR illustration, drives demand from both players and collectors.
- What makes Phantasmal Flames different from other Pokémon TCG sets?
- Phantasmal Flames introduces Secret Rares in both the rare and reverse holo slots — effectively giving you two chances per pack to pull a high-rarity card. Combined with the Fire/Darkness dual theme, Mega Charizard X ex as the headline card, and Dawn's historic debut, the set stands out as one of the most distinct releases in the Mega Evolution era.
- Does the Booster Bundle include Pokémon TCG Live codes?
- Yes — each of the 6 packs includes a Pokémon TCG Live code card, allowing digital redemption on the app for iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows.
Searing blue flames. Shadowy phantasms. The clash of Mega Charizard X ex and Mega Gengar ex. The historic debut of Dawn. The Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Phantasmal Flames Booster Bundle delivers one of the most thrilling pack-opening experiences in the entire Mega Evolution era. Whether you're chasing the Charizard SIR, completing the set, or building a competitive Fire-type deck — add Phantasmal Flames to your collection today.