In the crisp twilight of 2025, as autumn leaves whisper secrets to the wind, the Pokemon Trading Card Game universe stirs with anticipation. The annual high-class Japanese set, a cherished tradition, unveils its latest masterpiece—Mega Dream ex. This expansion, a symphony of nostalgia and novelty, weaves together reimagined favorites from the year's most beloved cards and introduces fresh, enigmatic Pokemon, each card a shimmering portal to untold adventures. As collectors across the globe hold their breath, the set's imminent release in Japan promises a cascade of artistry and rarity, with 57 secret rares emerging like hidden gems in the wild.

Within the hallowed halls of this grand collection, Mega Dream ex stands tall, its base set of 193 cards expanding to an awe-inspiring 250 through the inclusion of these secret treasures. It marks the largest Japanese expansion since 2023's Shiny Treasure ex, yet its allure burns brighter, fueled by tales of stock shortages in Japan that only amplify the feverish chase. Unlike its predecessor's focus on "baby shiny" cards, Mega Dream ex dazzles with SARs (Special Art Rares), each piece a canvas of vivid dreams and strategic depth, soon to be reborn in English as Ascended Heroes in early 2026.

The highlights of this celestial tapestry are hard to single out, yet a few stars gleam with undeniable radiance. Mega Dragonite ex soars with majestic grace, Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex pulses with dark intrigue, Mega Gengar ex drifts in spectral elegance, and Steven's Metagross ex stands as a beacon of metallic brilliance. These cards, alongside others like Mega Froslass ex and Iono's Bellibolt ex, are destined to ignite fervent hunts among trainers and collectors alike. 💫

As whispers ripple through the community, People Also Ask: What secrets lie within these cards? Which will become the most coveted treasures? When will Ascended Heroes grace English shores, and will it evade the distribution woes of past expansions? These questions dance on the lips of enthusiasts, weaving a narrative of shared wonder and anticipation.

The full panorama of secret rares unfolds in a mosaic of set numbers and rarities, a testament to the set's rich diversity. Below, the complete list stands as a guide to this enchanted journey:

Set Number	Card	Rarity	Set Number	Card	Rarity	Set Number	Card	Rarity
194	Beautifly	AR	213	Fan Rotom	AR	232	Mega Dragonite ex	SR
195	Dustox	AR	214	N's PP Up	SR	233	Mega Frosslass ex	SAR
196	Budew	AR	215	Glass Trumpet	SR	234	Pikachu ex	SAR
197	Ethan's Magcargo	AR	216	Ultra Ball	SR	235	Mega Eelektross ex	SAR
198	Numel	AR	217	Team Rocket's Transceiver	SR	236	Iono's Bellibolt ex	SAR
199	Psyduck	AR	218	Counter Switch	SR	237	Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex	SAR
200	Snorunt	AR	219	Canari	SR	238	Mega Diancie ex	SAR
201	Heliolisk	AR	220	Black Belt	SR	239	Mega Hawlucha ex	SAR
202	Misdreavus	AR	221	Anthea & Concordia	SR	240	Mega Gengar ex	SAR
203	Togekiss	AR	222	Jamming Tower	SR	241	Mega Scrafty ex	SAR
204	Hop's Trevenant	AR	223	Mega Charizard X ex	MA	242	N's Zoroark ex	SAR
205	Team Rocket's Mimikyu	AR	224	Mega Froslass ex	MA	243	Marnie's Grimmsnarl ex	SAR
206	Team Rocket's Dugtrio	AR	225	Mega Eelektross ex	MA	244	Fezandipiti ex	SAR
207	Medicham	AR	226	Mega Gardevoir ex	MA	245	Steven's Metagross ex	SAR
208	Cynthia's Spiritomb	AR	227	Mega Diancie ex	MA	246	Mega Dragonite ex	SAR
209	Galarian Obstagoon	AR	228	Mega Lucario ex	MA	247	Iris's Fighting Spirit	SAR
210	N's Zekrom	AR	229	Mega Hawlucha ex	MA	248	Canari	SAR
211	Dreepy	AR	230	Mega Gengar ex	MA	249	Surfer	SAR
212	Drakloak	AR	231	Mega Scrafty ex	MA	250	Mega Dragonite ex	MUR

Each entry in this tableau whispers a story—of battles fought, bonds forged, and legends reborn. From the nostalgic embrace of Cynthia's Spiritomb to the innovative spark of Fan Rotom, the set is a river of possibilities. 🌌

In the shadows of these revelations, the community buzzes with tales of cards already surfacing, captured in fleeting glimpses that fuel dreams. As the year wanes, hope blossoms for a smoother journey to English audiences, a wish echoed in every collector's heart.

Thus, as 2025's final chapter draws near, Mega Dream ex stands not just as a set, but as a luminous beacon in the Pokemon TCG saga. Its release in Japan heralds a dawn of new adventures, soon to cross oceans and kindle fires in Ascended Heroes, completing a circle that began with the year's twilight whispers—a testament to the enduring magic that binds trainers in a shared dance of discovery.