Pokemon Ancient Roar JP Japanese Booster Pack - Pokemon Scarlet & Violet - Trading Card Game (TCG)

Travel deep into Area Zero and unleash the power of prehistoric Paradox Pokémon with the Pokémon Scarlet & Violet – Ancient Roar (SV4K) Japanese Booster Pack. Released in Japan on October 27, 2023, Ancient Roar pairs with its sister set Future Flash to introduce the “Ancient vs. Future” theme to the Pokémon TCG—featuring ancient‑era Pokémon with brutal attack power, rugged design motifs, and new ability synergies.

This expansion brings fan‑favorite Paradox Pokémon like Roaring Moon ex, Brute Bonnet ex, and Sandy Shocks ex to center stage, supported by Trainer cards themed around the prehistoric research of Professor Sada. With 66 main set cards plus 29 Secret Rares, Ancient Roar delivers a beautifully illustrated and mechanically exciting card pool ideal for collectors and competitive players.

Japanese SV4K boosters offer premium print quality, crisp card textures, and unique holo patterns not seen in English releases. Whether you’re collecting Paradox Pokémon, building Ancient‑trait decks, or hunting for Special Illustration Rares (SIR), Ancient Roar is one of the standout Scarlet & Violet expansions.

What’s Inside Each Japanese Booster Pack

• 5 Japanese‑language cards per pack

  (Standard for Scarlet & Violet Japanese sets)

• Cards drawn from 66 main set cards + 29 Secret/Ultra Rares

Booster Box Info (for reference)

• 30 packs per box, 5 cards per pack

Set Highlights

• Features Ancient Paradox Pokémon, including:

  • Roaring Moon ex

  • Sandy Shocks ex

  • Brute Bonnet ex

  • Golisopod ex

  • Cofagrigus ex

• Introduces the Ancient mechanic for powerful archetype‑based deckbuilding. 

• Includes high‑value Special Illustration Rares (SIR) such as Roaring Moon ex.

• Trainer staples like Professor Sada’s Vitality, Earthen Vessel, Ancient Booster Energy Capsule, and Defiance Vest enrich competitive play.

• Offers beautiful artwork across Illustration Rares and SIR cards—Stunning picks for collectors.

Notable Pokémon & Cards

• Roaring Moon ex — flagship Ancient Paradox Pokémon, devastating attack potential.

• Brute Bonnet ex — great synergy in Ancient‑focused decks.

• Sandy Shocks ex — disruptive lightning‑type Paradox Pokémon.

• Armarouge ex, Tsareena ex, Golisopod ex, Cofagrigus ex—strong competitive staples.

• Secret Rare hits include:

  • Roaring Moon ex (SIR)

  • Professor Sada’s Vitality (Full Art/SIR)

  • Luxurious Cape

  • Multiple Illustration Rares across Ancient Pokémon

Recommended Accessories to Add On

Card Protection

• Perfect‑fit Japanese card sleeves
• Matte shuffle sleeves (Dragon Shield / KMC)
• Toploaders for SIR/SR cards
• Semi‑rigid card holders

Storage

• 9‑pocket binders for Illustration Rares
• Deck boxes themed for Scarlet & Violet
• Storage boxes (300–1000 ct) for bulk and duplicate cards

Gameplay Upgrades

• Paradox‑themed playmats
• Damage counters & GX/Status markers
• Sorting trays for opening multiple packs

Perfect For

• Collectors chasing Paradox Pokémon (especially Roaring Moon)
• Japanese‑set fans wanting superior print quality
• Competitive players building Ancient archetype decks
• Fans of Area Zero and Scarlet & Violet lore