Mega Brave [M1L] / Mega Symphonia [M1S] Release Dates and Prices

Set Name	Japan	Taiwan/Hong Kong	Price per box in US$
Mega Brave [M1L]	1 August 2025	15 August 2025	~US$37 for 1 30-pack box
Mega Symphonia [M1S]	1 August 2025	15 August 2025	~US$37 for 1 30-pack box

For more up-to-date information on the release, check out our article: Expansion Set Release: Mega Brave [M1L] / Mega Symphonia [M1S] [Release Date/Price/Where To Buy]

Mega Evolution Makes a Spectacular Comeback

One of the most shocking announcements—and one which was greeted with much delight by the Pokémon fanbase—of Pokémon Day 2025 on 27 February was the reveal that Mega Evolution would be returning to the Pokémon video games in the upcoming spin-off game Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

Having only been present in the video games in Gen 6 and 7, Mega Evolution—the mechanism by which selected Pokémon morph into exceptionally powerful forms while in combat—brought back many memories for countless Pokémon fans, especially those who grew up with Gen 6 (2013-16).

As would have been expected, this announcement was actually a hint that Mega Evolution would be returning to the TCG soon, and it wasn’t long before this was indeed confirmed. Dual set Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S] will bring Mega Evolution back to the TCG. In fact, the TCG will experience the power of Mega Evolution before the video games do, as Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S] will be released in August, while Legends: Z-A won’t be out until 16 October.

Headlined by Mega Lucario ex (Mega Brave [M1L]) and Mega Gardevoir ex (Mega Symphonia [M1S]), this dual set marks the beginning of the Mega era—the second era of the Pokémon TCG’s ninth generation. Several other fan-favorite Megas will also be making their returns to the TCG.

Mega-Evolved Pokémon wield colossal power, but there’s a big risk/reward factor in play. When a Mega-Evolved Pokémon is KO’d, it yields a whopping three Prize cards—often enough to swing the momentum of a game on the spot. Cards featuring Mega-Evolved Pokémon also have a Pokémon-ex symbol with a new design:

In addition, some Mega-Evolved Pokémon will come in the new rarity of Mega Ultra Rare (MUR). The MUR rarity will replace the Ultra Rare (UR) rarity in this set; like UR cards, MUR cards are covered in a layer of gold holofoil. Essentially, a card of the MUR rarity is the same as one of the UR rarity; the only difference will be the fact that it features a Mega-Evolved Pokémon.

Although Mega Evolution made cameo appearances in seventh-generation TCG sets Miracle Twin [SM11] and Alter Genesis [SM12], these were on stand-alone cards; there was no way to Mega Evolve one’s Pokémon during gameplay. As such, the actual Mega Evolution mechanic had been retired by Creatures Inc. at the end of Gen 6 before being brought back in Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S].

Of course, it’s not just about the Megas. Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S] each include 63 non-secret rares; in addition, Mega Brave will have at least 20 secret rares while Mega Symphonia will have at least 19. Characters such as Wally, Lillie, and Acerola will be making appearances. In addition, one card has already been confirmed to be a reprint: the Super Rare (SR) Night Stretcher card from Mega Brave [M1L].

What’s in a Mega Brave [M1L] / Mega Symphonia [M1S] Box?

Based on previous sets of similar structure, every booster box is expected to contain:

• 1 × SAR, SR, or UR per box
• 3 × AR
• 4 × RR
• Occasional “double-hit” boxes may contain 2 SAR/SR/URs

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Rarity Breakdown – What’s in the Packs?

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Rarity	Sample Cards	Forecast Value
SAR (Special Art Rare)	Mega Kangaskhan ex / Mega Venusaur ex	~US$20-339
MUR (Mega Ultra Rare)	Mega Lucario ex / Mega Gardevoir ex	~US$201
SR (Super Rare)	Night Stretcher / Rare Candy	~US$14-68
AR (Art Rare)	Inteleon / Riolu	~US$3.50-5.50
RR (Double Rare)	Mega Latias ex / Mega Absol ex	~US$2-3.50
R, U, C	Hariyama / Tinkaton / Nincada	~US$0.20-3.50

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Market Watch: Early Chase Card Projections

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Card	Set	Rarity	Est. Market Price (US$)
Lillie’s Determination	Mega Brave [M1L]	SAR	~US$339
Acerola’s Mischief	Mega Symphonia [M1S]	SAR	~US$201
Mega Lucario ex	Mega Brave [M1L]	MUR	~US$201

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Mega Brave [M1L] / Mega Symphonia [M1S]: Top Chase Cards to Watch

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High-Rarity Cards in Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S]

Without further ado, let’s now get into the main reason why we’re all here: the standout cards from Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S].

All cards listed will be of the Double Rare (RR) rarity or rarer; we’ve also included examples of cards that could have versions in higher rarities than what has been confirmed thus far.

SAR — Special Art Rare

Confirmed:

• Mega Venusaur ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 087/063]
• Mega Lucario ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 088/063]
• Mega Absol ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 089/063]
• Lillie’s Determination [Mega Brave (M1L) 091/063]
• Mega Gardevoir ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 087/063]
• Mega Latias ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 088/063]
• Mega Kangaskhan ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 089/063]
• Acerola’s Mischief [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 090/063]
• Wally’s Compassion [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 091/063]

Unconfirmed:

• Mega Mawile ex

MUR — Mega Ultra Rare

Confirmed:

• Mega Lucario ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 092/063]
• Mega Gardevoir ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 092/063]

SR — Super Rare (Confirmed)

Confirmed:

• Mega Venusaur ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 076/063]
• Mega Absol ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 079/063]
• Mega Mawile ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 080/063]
• Night Stretcher [Mega Brave (M1L) 083/063]
• Lt. Surge’s Deal [Mega Brave (M1L) 085/063]
• Lillie’s Determination [Mega Brave (M1L) 086/063]
• Mega Gardevoir ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 078/063]
• Mega Latias ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 079/063]
• Mega Kangaskhan ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 080/063]
• Rare Candy [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 082/063]
• Acerola’s Mischief [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 084/063]
• Wally’s Compassion [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 085/063]

Unconfirmed:

• Mega Lucario ex

AR — Art Rare (Confirmed)

Confirmed:

• Bulbasaur [Mega Brave (M1L) 064/063]
• Ivysaur [Mega Brave (M1L) 065/063]
• Exeggutor [Mega Brave (M1L) 066/063]
• Vulpix [Mega Brave (M1L) 067/063]
• Riolu [Mega Brave (M1L) 068/063]
• Marshadow [Mega Brave (M1L) 069/063]
• Garganacl [Mega Brave (M1L) 070/063]
• Spiritomb [Mega Brave (M1L) 071/063]
• Steelix [Mega Brave (M1L) 073/063]
• Spearow [Mega Brave (M1L) 074/063]
• Gumshoos [Mega Brave (M1L) 075/063]
• Shuckle [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 064/063]
• Litleo [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 066/063]
• Snover [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 067/063]
• Helioptile [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 070/063]
• Shedinja [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 072/063]
• Stufful [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 075/063]
• Inteleon [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 069/063]
• Alakazam [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 071/063]
• Delibird [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 074/063]

RR — Double Rare (Confirmed)

Confirmed:

• Mega Venusaur ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 003/063]
• Mega Camerupt ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 013/063]
• Mega Lucario ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 029/063]
• Mega Absol ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 038/063]
• Mega Mawile ex [Mega Brave (M1L) 046/063]
• Mega Abomasnow ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 018/063]
• Mega Manectric ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 032/063]
• Mega Gardevoir ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 042/063]
• Mega Latias ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 049/063]
• Mega Kangaskhan ex [Mega Symphonia (M1S) 051/063]

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Pokémon Mega Brave [M1L] / Mega Symphonia [M1S] Full Card Lists (Confirmed)

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Pokémon TCG: Mega Brave [M1L] – Card List

We’ve compiled complete tables for Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S], including card numbers, rarities, and names. This will be updated as new cards are revealed:

Card Number	Rarity	Card Name
001	C	Bulbasaur
002	C	Ivysaur
003	RR	Mega Venusaur ex
004	C	Exeggcute
005	U	Exeggutor
006	U	Celebi
007	C	Seedot
008	C	Nuzleaf
009	U	Shiftry
010	C	Vulpix
011	U	Ninetales
012	C	Numel
013	RR	Mega Camerupt ex
014	U	Volcanion
015	C	Scorbunny
016	C	Raboot
017	R	Cinderace
018	C	Corphish
019	C	Gimmighoul
020	C	Sandshrew
021	C	Sandslash
022	C	Onix
023	C	Tyrogue
024	C	Makuhita
025	R	Hariyama
026	R	Lunatone
027	U	Solrock
028	C	Riolu
029	RR	Mega Lucario ex
030	C	Croagunk
031	C	Toxicroak
032	U	Marshadow
033	U	Stonjourner
034	C	Nacli
035	C	Naclstack
036	U	Garganacl
037	U	Crawdaunt
038	RR	Mega Absol ex
039	U	Crawdaunt
040	R	Yveltal
041	C	Nickit
042	C	Thievul
043	C	Shroodle
044	C	Grafaiai
045	R	Steelix
046	RR	Mega Mawile ex
047	R	Dialga
048	C	Tinkatink
049	C	Tinkatuff
050	U	Tinkaton
051	U	Gholdengo
052	C	Spearow
053	C	Fearow
054	C	Miltank
055	C	Gumshoos
056	U	Yungoos
057	U	Iron X Defense
058	U	Premium Power Pro
059	U	Fight Gong
060	U	Repel
061	U	Lt. Surge’s Deal
062	U	Lillie’s Determination
063	U	Dangerous Ruins
064	AR	Bulbasaur
065	AR	Ivysaur
066	AR	Exeggutor
067	AR	Vulpix
068	AR	Riolu
069	AR	Marshadow
070	AR	Garganacl
071	AR	Spiritomb
072	–	–
073	AR	Steelix
074	AR	Spearow
075	AR	Gumshoos
076	SR	Mega Venusaur ex
077	–	–
078	–	–
079	SR	Mega Absol ex
080	SR	Mega Mawile ex
081	–	–
082	–	–
083	SR	Night Stretcher
084	–	–
085	SR	Lt. Surge’s Deal
086	SR	Lillie’s Determination
087	SAR	Mega Venusaur ex
088	SAR	Mega Lucario ex
089	SAR	Mega Absol ex
090	–	–
091	SAR	Lillie’s Determination
092	MUR	Mega Lucario ex

Pokémon TCG: Mega Symphonia [M1S] – Card List

Card Number	Rarity	Card Name
001	C	Tangela
002	U	Tangrowth
003	C	Chikorita
004	C	Bayleef
005	R	Meganium
006	U	Shuckle
007	C	Nincada
008	U	Ninjask
009	C	Dhelmise
010	C	Litleo
011	U	Pyroar
012	C	Sizzlipede
013	U	Centiskorch
014	U	Chi-Yu
015	C	Mantine
016	R	Kyogre
017	C	Snover
018	RR	Mega Abomasnow ex
019	C	Clauncher
020	R	Clawitzer
021	C	Sobble
022	C	Drizzile
023	U	Inteleon
024	C	Snom
025	U	Frosmoth
026	C	Eiscue
027	C	Magnemite
028	C	Magneton
029	U	Magnezone
030	R	Raikou
031	C	Electrike
032	RR	Mega Manectric ex
033	C	Pachirisu
034	C	Helioptile
035	C	Heliolisk
036	C	Abra
037	U	Kadabra
038	R	Alakazam
039	C	Jynx
040	C	Ralts
041	C	Kirlia
042	RR	Mega Gardevoir ex
043	U	Shedinja
044	C	Spoink
045	U	Grumpig
046	R	Xerneas
047	C	Greavard
048	U	Houndstone
049	RR	Mega Latias ex
050	U	Latios
051	RR	Mega Kangaskhan ex
052	C	Delibird
053	C	Buneary
054	C	Lopunny
055	C	Stufful
056	C	Bewear
057	U	Suspicious Watch
058	U	Mega Signal
059	U	Acerola’s Mischief
060	U	Wally’s Compassion
061	U	Vitality Forest
062	U	Surfing Beach
063	U	Mystery Garden
064	AR	Shuckle
065	–	–
066	AR	Litleo
067	AR	Snover
068	–	–
069	AR	Inteleon
070	AR	Helioptile
071	AR	Alakazam
072	AR	Shedinja
073	–	–
074	AR	Delibird
075	AR	Stufful
076	–	–
077	–	–
078	SR	Mega Gardevoir ex
079	SR	Mega Latias ex
080	SR	Mega Kangaskhan ex
081	–	–
082	SR	Rare Candy
083	–	–
084	SR	Acerola’s Mischief
085	SR	Wally’s Compassion
086	SR	Mystery Garden
087	SAR	Mega Gardevoir ex
088	SAR	Mega Latias ex
089	SAR	Mega Kangaskhan ex
090	SAR	Acerola’s Mischief
091	SAR	Wally’s Compassion
092	MUR	Mega Gardevoir ex

Note: Rarities are abbreviated as C (Common), U (Uncommon), R (Rare), RR (Double Rare), AR (Art Rare), SR (Super Rare), SAR (Special Art Rare), UR (Ultra Rare). Entries marked with “-” are placeholders for cards yet to be fully revealed or confirmed.

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Final Thoughts: How Popular Will the Set Be?

For the second set in a row, Creatures Inc. is releasing a dual set based on an aspect of the Pokémon franchise’s past. Since Mega Evolution was introduced in Gen 6, it’s also thematically fitting that Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S] come directly after Gen 5 nostalgia-filled dual set Black Bolt [SV11B] and White Flare [SV11W].

While Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S] isn’t expected to be on the level of iconic sets such as Pokémon Card 151 [SV2a] or Terastal Festival ex [SV8a] (let’s be real—what is?), one thing which it does have going for it is the depth of the set. Even cards with rarities as low as AR such as Bulbasaur, Inteleon, and Riolu have already drawn attention from some collectors.

Additionally, the cards’ expected early scarcity due to the relatively smaller quantity of initial print runs is anticipated to drive demand for the cards further. As such, while the set’s absolute peak chase SARs might not rise to quite the level of some others, Mega Brave [M1L] and Mega Symphonia [M1S] are likely to contain nonetheless a wide range of cards which almost any collector would love to get their hands on.

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Keep checking back—we’ll update this post as new secret rares and card lists are revealed.

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