What is the First Partner Illustration Collection?
The First Partner Illustration Collection is a series of Pokémon Collection boxes being released throughout 2026 as part of the Pokémon 30 year Anniversary. The Series 1 box released on 30th March 2026, three days after the release of the Perfect Order expansion set.
Series 2 is scheduled for release on 14th June 2026 while this Series 3 box releases on 7th August 2026. All three boxes have a recommended retail price of £14.99 in the UK and $14.99 in the US, but many stockists are charging a higher price due to shortages and high popularity.
The released image of the box shows a rectangular format with a cut out section revealing the contents of the box. The background of the box is red with rainbow colours at the top. The Pokémon logo is shown top left.
The box description on the back of the box reads:
‘30 Years of First Partner Pokémon!
Every Pokémon Trainer’s journey begins with a first partner – a loyal friend who stands by your side through thick and thin! Reliveryour own adventures and celebrate the bond between Trainer and Pokémon with a booster pack containing 3 of 9 illustration rare-style promo cards consisting of beloved first partner Pokémon from the Hoenn, Kalos or Paldea region. You’ll also find two more Pokémon TCG booster packs and a fun sticker sheet featuring first partner Pokémon friends.’
What are the contents of the First Partner Illustration Collection Series 2 box?
The contents of the box have been revealed:
2 TCG Booster Packs
1 Special Promo Booster Pack with 3 of 9 Illustration Rare Promo cards
A sticker sheet of the 9 featured Pokémon in Series 3
Who is this Product aimed at?
This commemorative Collection Box is ideal for:
Sealed product collectors, Investors, Promo Card Collectors, Pokémon Fans and for giving as a gift.
At the time of writing this article (May 22nd 2026) Pokémon TCG products continue to be in high demand with number of items per customer being restricted. This set is likely to be in very high demand and predicted to sell out as soon as pre-orders are available. Online Pokémon Centers and many online stockists offer opt-in email notifications to alert customers when pre-orders go live, while others offer an invitation only system. Both systems are worth registering for if you want a chance to purchase this product.
Is this Series 3 Box good value for money?
The box contains two regular booster packs, one special booster pack with 3 Promo Cards and a sticker sheet. Individual booster packs have a recommended retail price of around £4.50 in the UK and $4.50 in the US, while the promo booster pack is likely to be worth considerably more depending on availability. The sticker sheet is likely to be very popular.
This set is best value for money if it is purchased at recommended retail price or just above. Due to immense shortages and high demand these boxes have been fetching around £70 / $70 on selling sites such as Ebay.
