Each day, TCG Pocket players wait with bated breath to open Booster Packs and draw the best pulls in the game! Whether it’s ‘God Packs,’ full art stunners, or powerful EX Pokémon, the most anticipated cards are the ones on the rarer side.
On that note, what defines the Rarity of cards? What’s with those diamond or star symbols on each card? Most importantly perhaps, the various edging and art types on cards, what’s the deal, eh? 😕
We’ll shed light on the Rarity system in TCG Pocket and uncover the intricacies associated with these symbols and edging so that you can have them at your fingertips from here on! 😀
| Card Symbol | Rarity | Description |
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Common | Weak Basic and Stage 1 Pokémon, and Trainer cards |
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Uncommon | Stronger Basic and Stage 1 Pokémon, and Supporter cards |
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Rare | Best Basic, Stage 1, and Stage 2 cards |
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Double Rare | Ultra Rare | EX Pokémon cards |
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Illustration Rare | Art Rare | Card with full art of a Basic Pokémon |
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Super Rare | Special Illustration Rare | Special Art Rare | Full art of an EX Pokémon or Supporters |
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Immersive Rare | Unique EX card finds that showcase an entire animation sequence on tapping and holding the card on your screen |
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Crown Rare | Gold art versions of EX cards |
Now, let’s dive into the edging/borders on cards and their accompanying art, with a set of cards included as examples.
EX Cards are the strongest versions of a Pokémon card, complemented with the strongest attacks in the meta. The artwork in these cards goes beyond the frame enclosing the Pokémon and often shows additional effects. However, keep in mind the frame is still visible.
These cards have a holographic border.
Popularly known as ‘full art cards,’ these highly popular picks depict a Pokémon in all its glory, with the art covering the entire card! These cards are a collector’s delight and reflect the creativity of the TCG artist.
These cards have a holographic border.
These stunning cards not only boast full art of EX cards but also have CGI effects throughout the card when you move them around!
No doubt they are among the most sought-after cards and a real flex in TCG Pocket battles against other players! The full art versions of Supporter cards also fall under this category.
These cards have a holographic border.
Some full-art EX Pokémon cards feature a gorgeous rainbow border adorning a spectacular scene of the Pokémon in question.
As mentioned, these cards have a rainbow border.
Immersive Rares are arguably one of the most unique aspects of TCG Pocket. These special cards have elaborate art of a Pokémon in a dramatic setting and when you tap and hold on to the card, you are taken into an amazing animation sequence showing the story behind the card’s artwork.
These cards have a vibrant border with a unique pattern.
Crown Rares are THE rarest of the lot, featuring EX versions of the Booster Pack cover Pokémon in fill art, CGI effects, and a special gold spiral background.
They have a golden holographic border.
Happy collecting!
