Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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Unleash the Forces of Time

\nBuild your collection with the Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box, an English booster display centered on Ancient Pokémon, Future Pokémon, and the return of powerful ACE SPEC cards.
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\nScarlet & Violet—Temporal Forces was officially released on March 22, 2024. It is part of the Scarlet & Violet series and uses the set code SV05, also shown as TEF on card and checklist references.
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\nEach booster box contains:
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• 36 Temporal Forces booster packs

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• 10 game cards per booster pack

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• One Basic Energy card per pack

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• One Pokémon TCG Live code card per pack

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• English-language Pokémon cards

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• Ancient Pokémon opportunities

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• Future Pokémon opportunities

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• Pokémon ex opportunities

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• ACE SPEC card opportunities

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• Illustration Rare opportunities

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• Ultra Rare opportunities

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• Special Illustration Rare opportunities

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• Hyper Rare opportunities

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\nEvery booster pack contains randomized cards. No individual Pokémon, Trainer, rarity, artwork, card condition, pull rate, grading result, or future value is guaranteed.
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What Is Included?

\nEach factory-sealed Temporal Forces Booster Box includes:
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• 36 sealed booster packs

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• 360 randomized game cards before duplicates

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• 36 Basic Energy cards

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• 36 Pokémon TCG Live code cards

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• Pokémon and Trainer cards

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• Reverse-holographic cards

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• Holographic rare opportunities

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• Pokémon ex opportunities

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• Ancient and Future Pokémon    – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• ACE SPEC opportunities

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• Premium illustration-card opportunities

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• Factory-sealed display packaging

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\nA standard booster box does not include:
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• Card sleeves

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• Damage-counter dice

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• Condition markers

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• Storage dividers

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• A player’s guide

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• A guaranteed promotional card

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• A guaranteed chase card  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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About the Temporal Forces Expansion

\nTemporal Forces brings Ancient and Future Pokémon together in a set built around different eras, powerful Pokémon ex, and competitive Trainer cards.
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\nThe official expansion overview states that Temporal Forces contains more than 160 cards, including new Ancient and Future Pokémon and the return of ACE SPEC cards.
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\nThe main checklist contains 162 numbered cards, followed by Illustration Rare, Ultra Rare, Special Illustration Rare, and Hyper Rare cards beyond the main set.
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\nMajor expansion features include:
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• Ancient Pokémon

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• Future Pokémon

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• Pokémon ex

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• ACE SPEC Trainer and Energy cards

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• Illustration Rare Pokémon

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• Ultra Rare Pokémon and Trainers

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• Special Illustration Rare cards

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• Hyper Rare cards  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Competitive Supporter and Item cards

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• English-language cards

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Walking Wake ex

\nWalking Wake ex is one of the expansion’s headline Ancient Pokémon.
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\nIts design is inspired by a prehistoric relative of Suicune and connects strongly to Temporal Forces’ time-travel theme.
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\nCollectors may search for:
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• Walking Wake ex Double Rare

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• Walking Wake ex Ultra Rare

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• Walking Wake ex Special Illustration Rare

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\nWalking Wake ex appeals to:
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• Suicune collectors

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• Ancient Pokémon fans

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• Water-type collectors

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• Paldea collectors  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Special Illustration Rare enthusiasts

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• Competitive players

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\nNo version of Walking Wake ex is guaranteed inside a booster box.
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Raging Bolt ex

\nRaging Bolt ex is an Ancient Pokémon connected to Raikou.
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\nIts tall, prehistoric design gives it a distinctive appearance, while its attacks can support powerful Energy-based strategies.
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\nCollectors may search for:
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• Raging Bolt ex Double Rare

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• Raging Bolt ex Ultra Rare

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• Raging Bolt ex Special Illustration Rare

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\nRaging Bolt ex appeals to:
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• Raikou collectors

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• Ancient Pokémon collectors

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• Dragon-type fans

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• Competitive deck builders  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Special Illustration Rare collectors

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Gouging Fire ex

\nGouging Fire ex is an Ancient Pokémon inspired by Entei.
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\nIts Fire-type identity and prehistoric design make it suitable for:
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• Entei collectors

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• Fire-type players

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• Ancient Pokémon collections

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• Legendary Pokémon fans

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• Full-art card collectors

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\nGouging Fire ex appears in multiple rarity versions, including a premium Special Illustration Rare.
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Iron Leaves ex

\nIron Leaves ex is one of the expansion’s main Future Pokémon.
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\nIts futuristic form is connected to Virizion and offers strong appeal to collectors of Legendary Pokémon and Future cards.
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\nCollectors may search for:
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• Iron Leaves ex Double Rare

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• Iron Leaves ex Ultra Rare  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Iron Leaves ex Special Illustration Rare

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\nIron Leaves ex also became recognized as one of the expansion’s useful competitive cards.
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Iron Crown ex

\nIron Crown ex is a Future Pokémon inspired by Cobalion.
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\nIts futuristic design and ability to support Future Pokémon strategies make it appealing to:
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• Cobalion collectors

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• Future Pokémon collectors

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• Metal and Psychic-type fans

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• Competitive players

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• Special Illustration Rare collectors

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Iron Boulder ex

\nIron Boulder ex is a Future Pokémon connected to Terrakion.
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\nCollectors may search for:
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• Iron Boulder ex Double Rare

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• Iron Boulder ex Ultra Rare

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• Iron Boulder ex Special Illustration Rare  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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\nIt fits naturally into Future Pokémon displays and complete Temporal Forces master sets.
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Additional Featured Pokémon

\nTemporal Forces includes Pokémon from several generations and regions, such as:
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• Walking Wake ex

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• Raging Bolt ex

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• Gouging Fire ex

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• Iron Leaves ex  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Iron Crown ex

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• Iron Boulder ex

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• Gengar ex

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• Incineroar ex

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• Torterra ex

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• Farigiraf ex

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• Scovillain ex

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• Wugtrio ex

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• Metagross

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• Gastly

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• Drilbur

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• Cinccino    – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Flutter Mane

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• Roaring Moon

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• Iron Valiant

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\nThe official checklist confirms a broad selection of Ancient Pokémon, Future Pokémon, standard Pokémon, Trainers, and Energy cards.
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Illustration Rare Cards

\nIllustration Rare cards feature extended artwork covering most of the card.
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\nPopular Temporal Forces Illustration Rares include cards featuring Pokémon such as:
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• Gastly

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• Metagross

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• Drilbur

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• Cinccino  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Litten

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• Shiftry

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• Reuniclus

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• Excadrill

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• Deerling

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• Sawsbuck

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\nThese cards may show:
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• Pokémon in natural environments

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• Evolution-line connections  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Everyday Pokémon activities

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• Urban scenes

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• Character-focused moments

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• Detailed landscapes

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\nIllustration Rare cards appeal to binder collectors, artwork enthusiasts, species collectors, and master-set builders.
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Special Illustration Rare Cards

\nSpecial Illustration Rare cards combine premium rarity with full-card storytelling artwork.
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\nPopular Temporal Forces Special Illustration Rare cards include:
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• Walking Wake ex

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• Raging Bolt ex

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• Gouging Fire ex  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Iron Leaves ex

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• Iron Crown ex

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• Iron Boulder ex

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• Morty’s Conviction

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• Bianca’s Devotion

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• Salvatore

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• Eri  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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\nThese cards are among the expansion’s leading collectibles, but no particular Special Illustration Rare is guaranteed.
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ACE SPEC Cards Return

\nTemporal Forces marked the return of ACE SPEC cards to the modern Pokémon TCG.
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\nOnly one ACE SPEC card may be included in a deck, making each selection strategically important.
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\nFeatured ACE SPEC cards include:
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• Prime Catcher

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• Master Ball

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• Maximum Belt  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Hero’s Cape

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• Reboot Pod

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• Awakening Drum

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• Neo Upper Energy

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\nPrime Catcher became especially notable as a highly playable card from the expansion.
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\nACE SPEC cards can support:
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• Pokémon switching

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• Bench targeting

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• Pokémon searches

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• Increased attack damage

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• Higher HP

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• Energy acceleration  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Ancient Pokémon strategies

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• Future Pokémon strategies

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Trainer Cards

\nTemporal Forces includes collectible and competitive Trainer cards such as:
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• Morty’s Conviction

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• Bianca’s Devotion

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• Eri

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• Salvatore

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• Explorer’s Guidance  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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•  Ciphermaniac’s Codebreaking

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• Buddy-Buddy Poffin

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\nBuddy-Buddy Poffin allows a player to search their deck for up to two Basic Pokémon with 70 HP or less and place them onto the Bench.
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\nTrainer cards may appear as:
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• Standard Supporter or Item cards

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• Ultra Rare full-art cards

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• Special Illustration Rare cards  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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Popular Temporal Forces Chase Cards

\nCollectors commonly open Temporal Forces packs in search of:
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• Walking Wake ex Special Illustration Rare

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• Raging Bolt ex Special Illustration Rare

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• Iron Crown ex Special Illustration Rare

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• Iron Leaves ex Special Illustration Rare

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• Gouging Fire ex Special Illustration Rare

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• Iron Boulder ex Special Illustration Rare

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• Morty’s Conviction Special Illustration Rare

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• Bianca’s Devotion Special Illustration Rare

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• Gastly Illustration Rare

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• Metagross Illustration Rare  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Prime Catcher ACE SPEC

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• Gold Hyper Rare cards

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\nNo chase card or rarity is guaranteed.
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\nCard centering, edges, corners, surfaces, print alignment, and general manufacturing quality can vary.
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Competitive Deck Building

\nTemporal Forces introduced several cards that became useful in competitive Pokémon TCG play.
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\nPopular strategies may involve:
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• Raging Bolt ex

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• Iron Leaves ex

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• Iron Crown ex  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Future Pokémon decks

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• Ancient Pokémon decks

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• Prime Catcher

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• Buddy-Buddy Poffin

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• Maximum Belt

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• Flutter Mane

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• Roaring Moon

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• Energy acceleration

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• Bench management  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Prize-card pressure

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\nPrime Catcher, Buddy-Buddy Poffin, Iron Leaves ex, Maximum Belt, Roaring Moon, and Flutter Mane were among cards highlighted for their playability.
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Temporal Forces Booster Box Versus Elite Trainer Box

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Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• 36 booster packs

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• 360 game cards before duplicates

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• Maximum standard pack quantity

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• Ideal format for large openings  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Strong option for master-set building

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• Factory-sealed display packaging

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Temporal Forces Elite Trainer Box

\nThe Elite Trainer Box includes fewer booster packs but adds accessories such as:
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• Booster packs

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• A promotional card

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• Card sleeves

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• Basic Energy cards

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• Damage-counter dice  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Condition markers

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• Storage dividers

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• A player’s guide

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• A collector’s box

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\nTwo standard Elite Trainer Box designs were released, featuring Walking Wake and Iron Leaves artwork. The product launched on March 22, 2024.
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\nChoose the Booster Box when your priority is opening more packs.
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\nChoose the Elite Trainer Box when you also want accessories, storage, and a promotional card.
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Why Choose a 36-Pack Booster Box?

\nA Temporal Forces Booster Box is suitable for:
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• Large pack-opening sessions

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• Building a Temporal Forces master set

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• Searching for Ancient Pokémon ex   – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Searching for Future Pokémon ex

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• Collecting Illustration Rare cards

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• Finding Special Illustration Rare cards

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• Obtaining ACE SPEC cards

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• Building competitive decks

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• Trading duplicate cards

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• Group openings

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• Retail or wholesale inventory

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• Preserving a sealed display  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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Factory-Sealed Collecting

\nA factory-sealed Temporal Forces Booster Box can be preserved as part of a Scarlet & Violet sealed collection.
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\nCollectors may display it alongside:
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• Paradox Rift Booster Box

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• Twilight Masquerade Booster Box

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• Stellar Crown Booster Box

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• Surging Sparks Booster Box

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• Journey Together Booster Box

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• Destined Rivals Booster Box  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box

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• Paldea Evolved Booster Box

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• Obsidian Flames Booster Box

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\nStore the booster box away from direct sunlight, excessive heat, moisture, dust, liquids, heavy pressure, and sudden temperature changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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How many booster packs are included?

\nThe Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box contains 36 factory-sealed booster packs.
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How many cards are in each booster pack?

\nEach booster pack contains 10 Pokémon TCG game cards, one Basic Energy card, and one Pokémon TCG Live code card.
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How many game cards are in the complete box?

\nThe booster box contains 360 game cards before duplicates because it includes 36 packs with 10 game cards per pack.
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When was Temporal Forces released?

\nScarlet & Violet—Temporal Forces was officially released on March 22, 2024.
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What is the expansion code?

\nThe expansion is identified as SV05, with TEF commonly used as its set abbreviation. – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box
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How many cards are in the main checklist?

\nThe main numbered checklist contains 162 cards, followed by premium cards numbered beyond the base set.
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Does Temporal Forces include Ancient Pokémon?

\nYes. Walking Wake ex, Raging Bolt ex, and Gouging Fire ex are among the headline Ancient Pokémon.  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box
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Does Temporal Forces include Future Pokémon?

\nYes. Iron Leaves ex, Iron Crown ex, and Iron Boulder ex are major Future Pokémon in the expansion.
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Did ACE SPEC cards return in this set?

\nYes. Temporal Forces brought ACE SPEC cards back into the modern Pokémon TCG.  – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box
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Is Prime Catcher included?

\nYes. Prime Catcher is one of the expansion’s most important ACE SPEC cards and became a notable competitive option.
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Is a Special Illustration Rare guaranteed?

\nNo. Booster-pack contents are randomized, and no particular rarity or card is guaranteed.
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Are the cards in English?

\nYes. This booster display contains English-language Pokémon cards. – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box
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Is a promotional card included?

\nNo. A standard Temporal Forces Booster Box does not include a guaranteed promotional card.
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Are sleeves and dice included?

\nNo. Sleeves, dice, condition markers, and storage accessories are not included. – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box
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Can the booster box be kept sealed?

\nYes. Collectors may preserve the factory-sealed box as part of a Scarlet & Violet sealed collection. – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box
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Final Thoughts

\nThe Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box contains 36 English booster packs from an expansion centered on Ancient Pokémon, Future Pokémon, and the return of ACE SPEC cards.
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\nCollectors and players can search for Walking Wake ex, Raging Bolt ex, Gouging Fire ex, Iron Leaves ex, Iron Crown ex, Iron Boulder ex, Illustration Rare cards, Special Illustration Rare cards, Prime Catcher, Buddy-Buddy Poffin, and premium Trainer cards.
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\nWhether you are building a Temporal Forces master set, opening packs with friends, constructing a competitive deck, collecting Paradox Pokémon, stocking Pokémon products, or preserving a factory-sealed booster display, this box delivers a strong combination of time-themed artwork, collectible rarities, and competitive gameplay. – Pokémon TCG: Temporal Forces Booster Box
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Product Attributes

\nBrand: Pokémon
\nTrading Card Game: Pokémon TCG
\nSeries: Scarlet & Violet
\nExpansion: Scarlet & Violet—Temporal Forces
\nExpansion Code: SV05
\nSet Abbreviation: TEF
\nProduct Type: Booster Box
\nEdition: English Edition
\nFeatured Pokémon: Walking Wake ex
\nAdditional Featured Pokémon: Raging Bolt ex, Gouging Fire ex, Iron Leaves ex, Iron Crown ex, and Iron Boulder ex
\nFeatured Trainers: Morty, Bianca, Eri, and Salvatore
\nBooster Packs: 36
\nGame Cards Per Pack: 10
\nTotal Game Cards Before Duplicates: 360
\nBasic Energy: One per pack
\nPokémon TCG Live Code: One per pack
\nPromotional Card: Not included
\nCard Sleeves: Not included
\nLanguage: English
\nCondition: New
\nPackaging: Factory sealed
\nRelease Date: March 22, 2024
\nCard Contents: Randomized
\nMain Checklist: 162 cards
\nFeatured Mechanics: Ancient Pokémon, Future Pokémon, Pokémon ex, and ACE SPEC cards
\nFeatured Rarities: Illustration Rare, Ultra Rare, Special Illustration Rare, and Hyper Rare
\nPrimary Theme: Pokémon from the ancient past and distant future
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