Summary
Pokemon TCG Pocketplayers are soaking up the brand-newTriumphant Lightexpansion, but Giratina fans feel the Ghost/Dragon Legendary Pokemon has been done dirty in this set. Giratina was first introduced during Generation 4 and showcased its Altered Forme and Original Forme, the latter of which holds a Griseous Orb or Griseous Core. The draconic pocket monster is a fan-favorite inPokemon TCG Pocketand the traditional tabletop trading card game, in addition to being thePokemon Platinummascot, and its fans are disappointed the Legendary creature is not more of a staple in the current digital expansion.
Pokemon TCG Pocketwas released in October 2024 as a free-to-play mobile adaptation of the physical game, developed by Creatures Inc. and DeNA.Pokemon TCG Pocketreleased theTriumphant Lightexpansionat the end of February 2025, and the digital variant of the game has become a popular go-to for new and long-term fans of the greaterPokemonfranchise. Ultimately,Pocketallows players to cut down on the cost of buying physical cards and eliminates the need for folder space to store them all.
Posted on Reddit by Lasercannon521, a screenshot was uploaded on thePokemon TCG Pocketsubreddit, showing a meme of the regular Giratina card looking out the window at three full-art cards of Dialga, Arceus, and Palkia.Pokemon TCG Pocketplayers believeTriumphant Lightis a giant leap for the meta, but Giratina fans are confused as to why the draconic pocket monster is left without a full-art card inTriumphant Light, while the other Legendaries receive one.
Pokemon TCG Pocket Players Share Disappointment Over Triumphant Light’s Missing Giratina Full-Art
While a lot ofPokemon TCG Pocketplayers have been marveling over the new card that revives discarded pocket monsters, Redditors believed excluding Giratina from the line-up was “lore accurate” treatment. Others thought Giratina would get its own promo ex event at some point, and confusion was also noted over Probopass receiving an ex card over Giratina.
Lead by Arceus ex and powerful Link Abilities, theTriumphant Lightexpansion boasts over 70 brand-new cards, featuring Trainers and unmatched Pokemon ex.Pokemon TCG PocketTriumphant Lighthas a host of secret missionsfor Trainers to indulge in, and players also have a special ongoing campaign to take part in presently to celebrate 29 years of the IP. Interested parties can log in until April 29 to receive a Genetic Apex: Pikachu booster pack and Genetic Apex: Mewtwo booster pack, which contains at least one card with a rarity of four diamonds or higher.
