All Secret Rare cards from "Ascended Heroes" – The complete overview

The Mega Series of the Pokémon Trading Card Game gets a very special chapter with Ascended Heroes , which is sure to excite not only players but especially collectors . Heavily inspired by the Japanese MEGA Dream ex expansion, this set features an impressive variety of rare cards – including more than 78 Secret Rares that collectors worldwide are eager to find.

In this article, we'll show you what Secret Rare cards actually are, why they get so much attention in Ascended Heroes – and give you an overview before you browse the complete gallery of 78 cards below.

🧠 What are Secret Rare cards?

Secret Rare cards (abbreviated SR ) are among the rarest and most sought-after cards in a set. They are distinguished by having a card number higher than the official set size – for example, "240/217" – and often featuring special foil materials, alternative artwork, or special effects .

In Ascended Heroes you can find Secret Rares in different styles:

• classic holographic

• with alternative artworks

• as part of Special Illustration Rares (SIR)

• often also with Mega Pokémon or legendary figures

These cards in particular are among the most valuable and visually impressive elements of the collection .

🌟 Why are the Secret Rares from Ascended Heroes so special?

Ascended Heroes is considered one of the most extensive Pokémon expansions in recent TCG history. The set combines cards from MEGA Dream ex and the Start Deck 100 Battle Collection , bringing together a gigantic variety of characters, artwork, and rarity levels .

The result:

• More than 78 Secret Rares – a huge selection for collectors

• A combination of classic Pokemon, Mega Pokemon ex and special illustrations

• Exclusive artwork created specifically for this set

• Cards that stand out in size, style, and collector value

All of this makes Ascended Heroes a must-have for Master Set hunters and Secret Rare collectors .

🔥 Highlights & Collector Facts

Some of the Secret Rares in Ascended Heroes are among the most anticipated targets in the set :

🐉 Mega Pokemon ex

Several Mega forms appear as Secret Rares – including, for example, Mega Gengar ex or Mega Dragonite ex – with impressive artwork and usually lower pull rates.

⚡ Classic Favorites

Iconic Pokémon like Pikachu ex also receive a Special Illustration Rare or Secret Rare variant, which is particularly appealing to collectors looking for familiar faces.

🎨 Rare Illustrations

A large part of the Secret Rares consists of Illustration Rares , which often show entire scenes or alternative designs that go far beyond normal card artwork.

🏆 Diversity & Source Material

Since Ascended Heroes uses material from multiple source sets, the range of Secret Rares extends from retro artworks to state-of-the-art design variations – perfect for expanding collections in a unique and impressive way.

🧩 Collector's tips before browsing the gallery

Before you dive into the Secret Rare Grid, here are a few tips for collectors who take this part of Ascended Heroes seriously:

✅ Protect your Secret Rares well: These cards are not only rare, but often also visually sensitive – high-quality sleeves & toploaders , and possibly magnetic sleeves , are essential.
👉 Perfect for collectors: high-quality Samuel album covers & display binders for safe presentation and storage.

✅ Note available products: Since Ascended Heroes functions as a special set, the cards usually appear in special products such as ETBs, poster collections or blisters instead of classic booster boxes.

✅ Keep an eye on the secondary market: Secret Rares, especially those with strong artwork, can increase in value on collectors' markets, depending on demand.

📌 Brief set overview: Ascended Heroes

The Secret Rare Grid follows below 👇

➡️ The cards range from classic Pokemon illustrations to impressive Mega Secret Rares – perfect for collectors of all experience levels.