Ascended Heroes Pull Rates — Every Rarity Breakdown for 2026
Ascended Heroes is the largest English Pokemon TCG set ever released — 295 cards with 78 secret rares and an entirely new rarity tier. Whether you are ripping packs or deciding which singles to buy, understanding the pull rates is essential. Here is a complete breakdown of every rarity tier, the top chase cards and their values, and whether booster boxes or singles are the smarter buy for UAE collectors.
What Makes Ascended Heroes Special
Released on January 30, 2026, Ascended Heroes broke records as the largest English Pokemon TCG set ever printed. With 295 cards in the master set and 78 secret rares, it dwarfs previous sets in both scope and chase card density. The set introduces Mega Attack Rares — a brand-new rarity tier featuring Mega Evolution Pokemon with dynamic full-bleed artwork. The Mega Evolution theme gives the set a nostalgic edge for collectors who grew up with the XY era while delivering modern production quality. Between the sheer volume of secret rares and the new rarity tier, Ascended Heroes demands a different approach than recent sets. Understanding the pull rates before you buy is more important here than in any set before it.
Complete Pull Rate Breakdown
Here is what to expect when opening Ascended Heroes packs. EX cards appear at roughly 1 in 5 packs (20%), making them the most accessible chase tier — you should pull around 7 per booster box. Illustration Rares (33 in the set) show up at approximately 1 in 8 packs, so a booster box typically yields 4-5 IRs. Full Art cards land at about 1 in 17 packs. The new Mega Attack Rares (10 in the set) appear at roughly 1 in 33 packs — expect one per booster box if you are lucky. Special Illustration Rares and Special Art Rares (22 in the set) are the premium tier at 1 in 67-91 packs, meaning most booster boxes will not contain one. Hyper Rare and Gold cards sit at the extreme end at 1 in 1,000+ packs. The mid-tier is generous — IRs and Mega Attack Rares keep pack openings exciting — but the SIR ceiling is tight, which shapes the economics of chasing top-end cards.
Top Chase Cards and What They're Worth
The chase cards in Ascended Heroes command serious prices. Mega Gengar ex SAR leads the set at roughly $857 (AED 3,150) — its haunting full-art design and Gengar's cult following drive demand. Mega Charizard Y ex follows at approximately $619 (AED 2,275), benefiting from the eternal Charizard premium. Mega Dragonite ex sits around $575 (AED 2,110), a fan-favourite that bridges nostalgia and competitive relevance. Pikachu SIR rounds out the top tier at roughly $200 (AED 735), carried by Pikachu's universal recognition and strong display appeal. These cards command premiums because they combine genuine scarcity (1 in 67-91 packs), iconic Pokemon, and artwork quality that stands out even in a set packed with secret rares. For collectors who know exactly which cards they want, buying singles is dramatically more efficient than chasing pulls.
Booster Box vs Singles — What's the Smarter Buy?
An Ascended Heroes booster box runs approximately $254 (AED 935) and an Elite Trainer Box around $142 (AED 520). A booster box gives you 36 packs — statistically, you can expect around 7 EX cards, 4-5 Illustration Rares, maybe 1 Mega Attack Rare, and a roughly 40-50% chance at a SIR. The maths tells a clear story: at 1 in 67-91 packs for a SIR, you need approximately AED 4,000+ in packs to expect one specific SIR — and there are 22 of them. If you are chasing Mega Gengar ex SAR specifically, buying it as a single for AED 3,150 saves you considerable money and eliminates the gamble entirely. Booster boxes are still great for experiencing the set, building a base collection, and enjoying the mid-tier pulls. But for targeted collecting — especially at the SIR tier — singles are the clear winner on value.
How Ascended Heroes Compares to Recent Sets
Compared to recent sets, Ascended Heroes occupies a unique position. It is drier than Crown Zenith at the top end — SIR pull rates are tighter — but fairer than Prismatic Evolutions in the mid-tier thanks to the abundance of Illustration Rares and the new Mega Attack Rare slot. You pull exciting cards more frequently than in Prismatic Evolutions, but the ceiling cards are harder to hit. For players, it is excellent — an EX every 5 packs means competitive staples are affordable. For collectors chasing the top-end SIRs, it is challenging. The 78 secret rares dilute the pool significantly, so pulling any specific chase card requires real commitment or a switch to singles. Think of it as a set that rewards mid-range collectors generously while making completionists work for the premium tier.
Tips for UAE Collectors
If you are collecting Ascended Heroes in the UAE, here is the practical advice. Buy singles for your chase cards — the maths overwhelmingly favours it at SIR and Mega Attack Rare tiers. If you want the pack-ripping experience, an ETB or single booster box gives you a solid taste of the set without overcommitting. Store and protect your pulls immediately — UAE humidity and heat can damage cards quickly, so sleeve everything and keep your collection in an air-conditioned room. Shop at Tatemon TCG for competitive AED pricing on Ascended Heroes singles with free delivery across the UAE on orders over AED 100. Whether you are chasing Mega Gengar, building a binder of Illustration Rares, or just want to experience the largest Pokemon set ever made, there has never been a better time to collect in the UAE.