The Pokemon Company has announced a new wave ofPokemonplush merchandise, specifically for fans of the franchise’s trading card game. The trading card game, originally licensed toMagic: The Gathering’s Wizards of the Coast, was a late 90s phenomenon, releasing eight expansion sets between 1998 and 2003. ThePokemontabletop game has since spawnedPokemon TCG OnlineandPokemon TCG Pocket, as digital alternatives.
Of course, the TCG was inspired by Game Freak and Nintendo’s RPG games for the Game Boy, beginning withPokemon RedandBlue. The latest addition to the video games portfolio will bePokemon Legends: Z-A, confirmed for an July 18, 2025, release on Nintendo Switch 2. To generate more hype around the upcoming Switch game, the nextPokemon Presents runtime has supposedly been leaked, and fans are hoping the showcase will delve deeper into the succeedingLegendsentry.
Announced onPokemon’s Japan website, a lineup of Plush Card Stands, Plush Card Multi Bands, and Mascot Coin Holders was unveiled, featuring Pikachu, Eevee, and Mew. Available now to buy atThe Pokemon Center, the stands allow fans of theTCGto display their favorite cards, and the coin holders can be attached to backpacks. Finally, the multi bands are designed to organize decks, fix damaged counter cases, and tidy play mats. The announcement comes on the heels of thelife-sized Eeveelution plushes becoming available for pre-order, indicating that demand for soft and cuddlyPokemonmerchandise is at an all-time high.
Pokemon Plush Card Stands, Coin Holders, and Multi Bands Available Now
Trainers were quick to point out how many stands they would need to display all of their favorite cards, and others noted fans would have fun going about their day while flexing their best card. Since the community is also looking into the plush line’s future,The Pokemon Center is one step ahead by revealing an evolution plush concept, which will allow one plush to transform into certain Pokemon’s evolution stages.
Pokemon TCG Pocket’s July Mass Outbreak event is breaking the moldwhen it comes to featured Pokemon, and trainers have until July 30 to check it out before the nextTCGexpansion drops. Following July’s White Flare and Black Bolt, the next expansion in line will be Mega Evolution, which is scheduled to go on sale at the end of September. Featuring over 180 cards, Mega Lucario ex and Mega Gardevoir ex will be front and center in this powerful addition to theTCGcatalog.
