The Pokémon Trading Card Game is entering a new era with the highly anticipated Mega Evolution expansion. For the first time since the X & Y era, Mega Pokémon are returning to the competitive scene, and Pokémon TCG Live is giving fans the opportunity to try them out through two free decks available in its newest Battle Pass.
Mega Evolution Expansion Brings Back Fan Favorites
Mega Evolution reintroduces powerful Mega forms to the TCG, headlined by Mega Gardevoir ex and Mega Lucario ex. Additional Mega Pokémon, including Venusaur, Mawile, and Latios, have also been confirmed for the set. These Mega Pokémon act as stronger versions of existing “ex” cards but come with the risk of granting opponents three Prize Cards when knocked out.
Free Decks in Pokémon TCG Live’s Battle Pass
Players who participate in the Mega Evolution cycle of Pokémon TCG Live will receive two free decks by simply progressing through the Battle Pass:
- Mega Lucario ex Deck – Unlocked immediately upon starting the Battle Pass. This Fighting-type strategy features the powerful Solrock and Lunatone combo, alongside the new Supporter card Lillie’s Determination.
- Mega Gardevoir ex Deck – Earned halfway through the Battle Pass. Built around the already dominant Gardevoir archetype, this Psychic-focused deck provides players with one of the strongest competitive options currently in the format.
Mega Lucario ex Decklist
- 3x Mega Lucario ex
- 4x Riolu
- 2x Hariyama
- 2x Makuhita
- 2x Lunatone
- 2x Solrock
- 1x Fezandipiti ex
- 1x Squawkabilly ex
- 4x Lillie’s Determination
- 2x Boss’s Orders
- 2x Iono
- 2x Professor’s Research
- 2x Gravity Mountain
- 4x Fighting Gong
- 4x Premium Power Pro
- 3x Ultra Ball
- 2x Nest Ball
- 2x Night Stretcher
- 2x Switch
- 1x Tool Scrapper
- 2x Air Balloon
- 1x Maximum Belt
- 10x Basic Fighting Energy
Mega Gardevoir ex Decklist
- 2x Mega Gardevoir ex
- 2x Gardevoir ex
- 2x Kirlia
- 4x Ralts
- 2x Munkidori
- 1x Drifloon
- 1x Mew ex
- 1x Scream Tail
- 1x Lillie’s Clefairy ex
- 1x Frillish
- 4x Lillie’s Determination
- 3x Arven
- 2x Iono
- 1x Boss’s Orders
- 2x Mystery Garden
- 4x Ultra Ball
- 3x Buddy-Buddy Poffin
- 3x Rare Candy
- 2x Earthen Vessel
- 2x Nest Ball
- 2x Night Stretcher
- 1x Counter Catcher
- 1x Bravery Charm
- 1x Hero’s Cape
- 1x Technical Machine: Evolution
- 8x Basic Psychic Energy
- 2x Basic Darkness Energy
- 1x Luminous Energy
Competitive Edge with Gardevoir
The Mega Gardevoir ex deck is especially noteworthy, as Gardevoir ex has already established itself as one of the most successful strategies in recent competitive play. At the 2025 Pokémon World Championships, a Gardevoir ex deck claimed the top prize, further cementing its place in the meta. With this deck now available for free, more players will be able to experience its powerful potential.
What’s Next for the Pokémon TCG
Beyond Mega Evolution, The Pokémon Company has already begun teasing the next expansion, Phantasmal Flames, with Charizard set to take center stage. The upcoming set will also introduce a brand-new Mega Attack Rarity, showcasing flashy attack names across full-art card designs.
With free decks, powerful new strategies, and fresh mechanics, Pokémon TCG Live’s Mega Evolution expansion marks a major milestone for fans of the trading card game.
