First Partner Illustration Collection
Explore all 27 First Partner Illustration Collection promos across Series 1, 2 and 3. Each series brings together nine starter Pokémon from three regions, with illustration rare-style artwork by Saboteri.
Choose your First Partner series
Series 1 vs. Series 2 vs. Series 3
The three collections cover the starter Pokémon from Kanto through Paldea. Each has a different nine-card checklist; together they make 27 distinct promos.
| Collection | Regions | Promo numbers | US release |
|---|---|---|---|
| Series 1 card list | Kanto, Sinnoh, Alola | MEP 037–045 | |
| Series 2 card list | Johto, Unova, Galar | MEP 046–054 | |
| Series 3 card list | Hoenn, Kalos, Paldea | MEP 055–063 |
What’s in a First Partner box?
Each collection contains a special pack with three of its nine promo cards, two additional Pokémon TCG booster packs, and a sticker sheet. A single box does not contain the complete nine-card promo checklist.
Looking for the 2021 jumbo cards?
The 2021 First Partner Pack jumbo collection features oversized cards. The 2026 Illustration Collections on this page contain standard-size promos with new artwork.
First Partner Illustration Collection FAQ
How many First Partner Illustration Collection cards are there?
Series 1, 2 and 3 contain nine different promo cards each, for a total of 27. Each series covers three regions and has its own checklist.
Which Pokémon are in each First Partner series?
Series 1 features the Kanto, Sinnoh and Alola starters. Series 2 features Johto, Unova and Galar. Series 3 features Hoenn, Kalos and Paldea. Follow the series links above for every card and promo number.
Does one First Partner box include all nine promos?
No. Each box contains three of the nine promo cards from its series. The two additional booster packs contain cards from their own expansions and are separate from this promo checklist.
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