First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3: product reveal and UK pre-orders
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Series 3 of the Pokémon TCG First Partner Illustration Collection has been revealed for August, and it is aimed squarely at starter Pokémon collectors. This release pulls from Hoenn, Kalos and Paldea, with each box containing one of the three starter trios as Illustration Rare style promos.
If you are searching for First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 UK pre-orders or where to buy First Partner Series 3 in the UK, follow the Obsidia listing here: First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 at Obsidia TCG.
Series 3 product image
The Series 3 packaging has now been revealed. Add the official product image below so readers can recognise it instantly when pre-orders go live.

One box includes one regional starter trio (Hoenn, Kalos or Paldea) in the promo pack
Pokemon TCG First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 with Hoenn, Kalos and Paldea starters
If you love starter Pokémon and collectible promo cards, the Pokémon TCG: First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 is an easy one to like. This release brings together Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip, Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie, and Sprigatito, Fuecoco, Quaxly across the Series 3 range.
The important detail is how it is packed: each Series 3 box contains a special promo pack themed to one region, so you will get one of the three starter trios as Illustration Rare style promos, plus two additional booster packs and a sticker sheet. Promo card images have not been revealed yet, so final details may change leading up to release.
First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 contents
- 1 special booster pack containing 3 Illustration Rare style promo cards (one regional trio)
- 2 Pokémon TCG booster packs
- 1 sticker sheet
Why buy First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3
- Starter Pokémon focused product with a clean, collectible promo format
- Three possible promo trios across Hoenn, Kalos and Paldea
- Two extra booster packs included for openings
- Great for starter binder pages and region themed collections
Series 3 release date and promo reveal timing
| Detail | What we know so far |
|---|---|
| Release date | 7 August 2026 |
| Promo cards | The promo cards have not been revealed yet. |
| Expected promo reveal timing | In Series 1 and Series 2, promo reveals appeared a little over a month before release. If that pattern holds, we should see Series 3 promos around early July. |
The three possible starter trios in Series 3
Each box includes one regional trio in the special promo pack. Use the tiles below to show the three trio images once you upload them. Each tile is designed for one image that contains all three starters.

Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip

Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie

Sprigatito, Fuecoco, Quaxly
Where to buy First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 in the UK
To track availability and UK pre-orders as listings go live, use the Obsidia Series 3 page here: First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 at Obsidia TCG.
First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 FAQs
When does First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3 release?
Series 3 is confirmed to release on 7 August 2026.
Which starters are in First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3?
Hoenn: Treecko, Torchic, Mudkip. Kalos: Chespin, Fennekin, Froakie. Paldea: Sprigatito, Fuecoco, Quaxly.
What is inside a Series 3 box?
1 promo pack with 3 Illustration Rare style promos (one trio), 2 booster packs, and a sticker sheet.
Do you get all three trios in one box?
No. Each box contains one regional starter trio in the promo pack.
Where can I pre-order Series 3 in the UK?
Follow UK pre-orders at Obsidia here: First Partner Illustration Collection Series 3.







