Diamond & Pearl—Mysterious Treasures

Status: Released (August 2007)

Uncover the Secrets of Diamond & Pearl—Mysterious Treasures

The hunt for legends continued with Diamond & Pearl—Mysterious Treasures , released on August 22, 2007. As the second expansion in the Diamond & Pearl series, this set took players deeper into the Sinnoh region, introducing the legendary Lake Guardians: Uxie, Mesprit, and Azelf. Diamond & Pearl—Mysterious Treasures built upon the foundation of its predecessor by adding over 25 new Generation IV Pokémon to the card game. It also debuted a fascinating new mechanic: Pokémon with held items. These cards, like certain fossil Pokémon, came equipped with berries or tools that provided passive buffs, adding a new layer of complexity to deck building.

The Hidden Gems of Diamond & Pearl—Mysterious Treasures

Collectors and competitive players alike found plenty to value in Diamond & Pearl—Mysterious Treasures . The set is famous for its powerful LV.X cards, particularly Lucario LV.X and Electric-type powerhouse Electivire LV.X. The crowning jewel for many was the Secret Rare Trainer card, Time-Space Distortion, which allowed players to recover Pokémon from their discard pile. With its focus on the "Secret of the Lakes" lore and the introduction of game-changing cards like Magmortar LV.X, Diamond & Pearl—Mysterious Treasures remains a standout expansion that solidified the popularity of the fourth generation in the TCG world.