Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection—Series 3

Celebrate the Pokémon 30th Anniversary with the Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection—Series 3. This special collection brings together beloved first partner Pokémon from the Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea regions, combining exclusive illustration rare-style promo cards with additional Pokémon TCG booster packs and a themed sticker sheet.

Series 3 launched on August 7, 2026, continuing the First Partner Illustration Collection line introduced during Pokémon’s 30th Anniversary year. Each collection includes a special promo pack containing 3 of 9 possible illustration rare-style promo cards, plus two additional Pokémon TCG booster packs and a sticker sheet.

What’s Included in the First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3?

Each First Partner Illustration Collection—Series 3 includes:

• 1 Pokémon TCG promo pack containing 3 of 9 possible promo cards
• 3 illustration rare-style first partner Pokémon promo cards
• 2 additional Pokémon TCG booster packs
• 1 sticker sheet featuring first partner Pokémon

The three promo cards are selected from a nine-card pool featuring first partner Pokémon from Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea. Because the promo cards are not all included in every collection, the exact three cards can vary between sealed boxes.

Hoenn, Kalos & Paldea First Partner Pokémon

Series 3 brings together first partner Pokémon associated with three different Pokémon regions.

Hoenn

The Hoenn region’s first partners are:

• Treecko
• Torchic
• Mudkip

These three Pokémon were introduced as the starter choices in Pokémon Ruby, Pokémon Sapphire, and their related Hoenn adventures.

Kalos

Kalos is represented by:

• Chespin
• Fennekin
• Froakie

These Pokémon served as the three starter choices in the Kalos region.

Paldea

The newest region represented in Series 3 features:

• Sprigatito
• Fuecoco
• Quaxly

Together, these nine Pokémon form the Series 3 first partner promo pool. The official Pokémon product description confirms that each collection contains three of nine illustration rare-style promo cards featuring first partner Pokémon from Hoenn, Kalos, or Paldea.

3 Illustration Rare-Style Promo Cards

The centerpiece of the First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 is its special promo pack.

Inside is a selection of three of nine possible illustration rare-style promo cards featuring first partner Pokémon from Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea. This format gives collectors a dedicated set of special promotional cards while keeping the exact contents of each collection partially randomized.

For collectors looking to complete all nine Series 3 promos, individual sealed collections may contain different combinations of cards.

The illustration-focused design also fits the broader theme of the First Partner Collection: celebrating the relationship between Pokémon Trainers and the Pokémon that accompany them at the beginning of their journeys.

2 Additional Pokémon TCG Booster Packs

Alongside the special promo pack, each Series 3 collection contains 2 additional Pokémon TCG booster packs.

These packs provide additional cards to open beyond the fixed collection contents. Since booster-pack cards are randomized, the specific cards pulled will vary from one collection to another.

The official product listing identifies these as two additional Pokémon TCG booster packs rather than guaranteeing a particular expansion, so the product page should not promise a specific booster-set assortment unless the individual sealed product packaging confirms it.

First Partner Pokémon Sticker Sheet

Each collection also includes 1 sticker sheet featuring first partner Pokémon.

The sticker sheet complements the promotional cards and gives collectors an additional piece of First Partner-themed merchandise outside the traditional Pokémon TCG card format.

Pokémon 30th Anniversary Collection

The First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 is part of the Pokémon TCG’s 2026 30th Anniversary celebration.

The First Partner concept focuses on the beginning of a Trainer’s adventure and the Pokémon chosen to accompany them. Series 3 expands this theme across Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea, bringing together starter Pokémon from three different generations of Pokémon games.

Series 1 features first partner Pokémon from Kanto, Sinnoh, and Alola, while Series 2 moves to Johto, Unova, and Galar. Series 3 continues the collection with Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea.

This makes Series 3 an important part of the broader First Partner Illustration Collection lineup.

Collecting the 9 Series 3 Promo Cards

There are 9 possible illustration rare-style promo cards associated with the Series 3 collection, representing the three featured regions.

The nine-card lineup consists of:

Hoenn

• Treecko
• Torchic
• Mudkip

Kalos

• Chespin
• Fennekin
• Froakie

Paldea

• Sprigatito
• Fuecoco
• Quaxly

Each collection provides three cards from the nine-card pool rather than guaranteeing the complete set.

Collectors looking to complete the nine-card Series 3 lineup can therefore use sealed collections, trading, or individual cards to build their collection.

First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 Product Details

Product	First Partner Illustration Collection—Series 3
Pokémon TCG Collection	First Partner Illustration Collection
Series	Series 3
Anniversary	Pokémon 30th Anniversary
Featured Regions	Hoenn, Kalos & Paldea
Possible Promo Cards	9
Promo Cards Included	3
Promo Style	Illustration rare-style
Additional Booster Packs	2
Sticker Sheet	1
Release Date	August 7, 2026
Product Type	Pokémon TCG Collection

The official Pokémon product page lists the Series 3 launch date as August 7, 2026 and confirms the three core components: one promo pack containing three of nine promo cards, two additional booster packs, and one sticker sheet.

Series 3 vs. Series 1 and Series 2

The three First Partner Illustration Collection releases share a similar product format while featuring different regional starter Pokémon.

Feature	Series 1	Series 2	Series 3
Featured Regions	Kanto, Sinnoh, Alola	Johto, Unova, Galar	Hoenn, Kalos, Paldea
Possible Promo Cards	9	9	9
Promo Cards per Collection	3	3	3
Additional Booster Packs	2	2	2
Sticker Sheet	1	1	1
Release	March 20, 2026	June 19, 2026	August 7, 2026

Pokémon’s official product pages confirm the matching three-promo, two-booster-pack, and sticker-sheet format for Series 1, Series 2, and Series 3.

Why Collect First Partner Pokémon?

First partner Pokémon are closely associated with the beginning of a Trainer’s journey. They represent the starter choices that introduce players to a new Pokémon region and adventure.

The First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 celebrates that concept through special promotional artwork featuring nine starters from Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea.

This collection can be relevant to:

• Pokémon TCG collectors
• First partner and starter Pokémon collectors
• Pokémon 30th Anniversary collectors
• Illustration-style promo collectors
• Hoenn Pokémon fans
• Kalos Pokémon fans
• Paldea Pokémon fans
• Pokémon sealed-product collectors
• Collectors building the complete First Partner Illustration Collection

Hoenn First Partner Pokémon

Hoenn fans can look for Treecko, Torchic, and Mudkip within the Series 3 promo lineup.

These three Pokémon represent the starter choices associated with the Hoenn region and form one-third of the nine-card Series 3 promo pool.

Kalos First Partner Pokémon

The Kalos portion of Series 3 features Chespin, Fennekin, and Froakie.

Their inclusion gives Kalos collectors a dedicated group of first partner Pokémon within the 2026 anniversary collection.

Paldea First Partner Pokémon

The newest regional trio represented in Series 3 is Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly.

These Paldea starters complete the nine-Pokémon Series 3 lineup alongside the Hoenn and Kalos starters.

Who Is the First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 For?

The Pokémon First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 is designed for collectors and fans interested in:

• First partner Pokémon
• Pokémon TCG promo cards
• Pokémon 30th Anniversary products
• Hoenn starters
• Kalos starters
• Paldea starters
• Illustration-style Pokémon cards
• Modern Pokémon TCG sealed products
• Completing the First Partner Illustration Collection series

Whether you are collecting a particular starter, building a regional Pokémon collection, or working toward the complete First Partner Illustration Collection, Series 3 adds nine new possible promo cards to the anniversary lineup.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Pokémon First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3?

It is a Pokémon TCG collection released on August 7, 2026, featuring first partner Pokémon from the Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea regions. Each collection includes three of nine possible illustration rare-style promo cards, two additional Pokémon TCG booster packs, and a sticker sheet.

How many promo cards are included?

Each collection contains 3 promo cards selected from a pool of 9 possible Series 3 promo cards.

Which Pokémon are featured in Series 3?

The nine featured first partner Pokémon are Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip, Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie, Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly.

Are all 9 promo cards guaranteed in one box?

No. Each collection contains three of the nine possible promo cards, so one sealed collection does not contain the complete Series 3 promo lineup.

How many booster packs are included?

Each Series 3 collection contains 2 additional Pokémon TCG booster packs, plus the special promo pack containing three promo cards.

Does the collection include a sticker sheet?

Yes. One sticker sheet featuring first partner Pokémon is included.

When was First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 released?

The official Pokémon product page lists the Series 3 launch date as August 7, 2026.

Is Series 3 part of the Pokémon 30th Anniversary?

Yes. Series 3 is part of the 2026 First Partner Illustration Collection celebrating Pokémon’s 30th Anniversary.

Shop Pokémon First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3

The Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection—Series 3 combines three special illustration rare-style promo cards, two additional booster packs, and a first partner Pokémon sticker sheet in one collectible Pokémon TCG product.

Featuring Hoenn, Kalos, and Paldea, Series 3 brings Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip, Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie, Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly into the 2026 First Partner collection.

Shop the Pokemon First Partner Series 3 Illustration Collection Box at PokémonCardsWorldwide.com and add this Pokémon 30th Anniversary collection to your Pokémon TCG lineup.

First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3

Pokémon First Partner Series 3

• First Partner Series 3 Illustration Collection Box
• Pokémon First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3
• First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 Box
• Pokémon 30th Anniversary Cards
• First Partner Pokémon Cards
• Hoenn First Partner Pokémon
• Kalos First Partner Pokémon
• Paldea First Partner Pokémon
• Treecko Torchic Mudkip Promo Cards
• Chespin Fennekin Froakie Promo Cards
• Sprigatito Fuecoco Quaxly Promo Cards
• First Partner Promo Cards
• Pokémon Illustration Rare Style Promo
• Pokémon TCG Collection Box

• First Partner Illustration Collection Series 1
• First Partner Illustration Collection Series 2
• Pokémon 30th Anniversary Products
• Pokémon Booster Packs
• Pokémon Collection Boxes
• Pokémon Promo Cards
• Pokémon Sealed Products

Official Pokémon First Partner Illustration Collection—Series 3