Every Promo Card in the Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration (UPC) Ultra-Premium Collections

The Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collections are expected to be the flagship products of Pokémon's 30th anniversary celebration, but for many collectors, the biggest draw is the four exclusive Black Star Promo cards.

The Day and Night collections each include a different pair of promos, so completing the four-card set requires both products.

Here's everything currently confirmed about the Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collection promo cards.

Quick Answer

What promo cards come in the Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collections?

The Day Ultra-Premium Collection includes Pikachu ex (MEP 107) and Espeon ex (MEP 108). The Night Ultra-Premium Collection includes Pikachu ex (MEP 109) and Umbreon ex (MEP 110). Together, they form a four-card English Black Star Promo set created specifically for Pokémon's 30th Celebration.

Hidden Details You Might Have Missed in the Pokémon 30th Celebration UPC

One reason these promos have generated so much excitement is that they tell complete stories rather than focusing only on the featured Pokémon.

The Day and Night illustrations include numerous background Pokémon, environmental details, and anniversary references that transform the cards into celebration scenes instead of standard character artwork. The Night Umbreon ex promo, for example, includes fireworks shaped like the number "30," while sharp-eyed collectors have already begun identifying hidden Pokémon scattered throughout the artwork.

Those details give the promos lasting appeal because there's always something new to discover beyond the main illustration.

Are These Different From the Main Set Cards?

Yes.

This is one of the most important distinctions collectors should understand.

Espeon ex and Umbreon ex also appear in the main Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration expansion, but the Ultra-Premium Collection versions are separate Black Star Promo cards featuring exclusive full-art artwork and independent promo numbering.

Opening booster packs may allow you to pull the standard set versions, but it will not replace the promotional cards included inside the Ultra-Premium Collections.

Do You Need Both Ultra-Premium Collections?

If your goal is to complete the currently announced English Ultra-Premium Collection promo set, the answer is yes.

Each collection contains two exclusive promo cards, creating a consecutive four-card run numbered MEP 107 through MEP 110. Purchasing only one collection means missing half of the promo lineup.

How the English Release Differs From Japan

Collectors following the Japanese release may notice that these four cards were originally distributed differently.

Japan released the two Pikachu ex promos through the 30th Celebration Futuristic Box, while Espeon ex and Umbreon ex appeared in a separate premium deck product. For the English release, The Pokémon Company reorganized those cards into the themed Day and Night Ultra-Premium Collections, making it easier to understand which promos belong together.

Which Ultra-Premium Collection Should Collectors Choose?

If you're only planning to purchase one collection, the decision comes down to which Pokémon you enjoy collecting most.

Umbreon fans will naturally gravitate toward the Night collection, while Espeon collectors may prefer the Day edition. Fortunately, Pokémon avoided making either product feel like the obvious choice by giving each box its own exclusive Pikachu ex promo.

For collectors pursuing a complete Pokémon 30th Celebration promo collection, however, the decision is much simpler. Both Ultra-Premium Collections are required to complete the currently announced four-card promo set.

Frequently Asked Questions

What promo cards come in the Day Ultra-Premium Collection?

The Day Ultra-Premium Collection includes Pikachu ex (MEP 107) and Espeon ex (MEP 108).

What promo cards come in the Night Ultra-Premium Collection?

The Night Ultra-Premium Collection includes Pikachu ex (MEP 109) and Umbreon ex (MEP 110).

Are the two Pikachu promo cards different?

Yes. They feature different artwork, attacks, and promo numbers, making them two completely separate Black Star Promo cards.

Are these promo cards exclusive?

As of publication, these four Black Star Promo cards are confirmed as promotional cards included with the Day and Night Ultra-Premium Collections. Pokémon has not announced another English distribution method for these specific promo prints.

Can I pull these promo cards from booster packs?

No. The Black Star Promo versions are separate promotional cards. While standard versions of Espeon ex and Umbreon ex appear in the main expansion, the Ultra-Premium Collection promos are exclusive promotional prints.

Do I need both Ultra-Premium Collections to complete the promo set?

Yes. The four promo cards are split evenly between the Day and Night collections, so collectors will need both products to complete the currently announced English promo lineup.