Release Date: March 27, 2026 | Mega Evolution Series Expansion (ME03)
Mega Evolutions are back — and Perfect Order brings four of them to the Pokemon TCG for the very first time.
Perfect Order released on March 27, 2026 as the third expansion in the Mega Evolution Series (set code ME03). It's a 124-card set — 88 cards in the base set plus 36 secret rares — themed around Pokemon Legends: Z-A and the iconic Lumiose City setting. Headlining the set are four brand-new Mega Evolution Pokemon ex: Mega Zygarde ex, Mega Starmie ex, Mega Clefable ex, and Mega Skarmory ex, all making their TCG debut.
Whether you're hunting the Mega Zygarde ex Mega Hyper Rare (#124/088), tracking the surprisingly strong Meowth ex Special Illustration Rare (#121/088), or just figuring out how many cards you need to complete the set, here's the full breakdown — verified against official sources and CardGrader's own catalog data. Want the live value of any card? Use our Perfect Order set list & price guide, which tracks raw and PSA 10 prices for every card.
Perfect Order has 124 cards total — an 88-card base set plus 36 secret rares numbered above 088 (e.g. #089/088 through #124/088). To complete the full master set you need all 124, while the standard base set runs from #001/088 to #088/088.
The 36 secret rares are where the value lives: 11 Illustration Rares (#089–#099), 8 Ultra Rare full arts (#100–#107), a run of gold and special rares, 6 Special Illustration Rares (#118–#123), and a single Mega Hyper Rare — the gold Mega Zygarde ex at #124/088, the highest card number in the set and its ultimate chase.
Here are the key English cards in Perfect Order with their card numbers. For the complete, searchable 124-card list with live raw and PSA 10 values, see our Perfect Order price guide.
| Card | Double Rare | Ultra Rare (Full Art) | Special Illustration Rare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Zygarde ex | #047/088 | #104/088 | #120/088 (+ Hyper Rare #124/088) |
| Mega Starmie ex | #021/088 | #102/088 | #118/088 |
| Mega Clefable ex | #031/088 | #103/088 | #119/088 |
| Mega Skarmory ex | #055/088 | #106/088 | — (no SIR) |
The headline chase card is the Mega Zygarde ex Mega Hyper Rare (#124/088), but the set's biggest market surprise has been the Meowth ex Special Illustration Rare (#121/088). Here's what collectors are targeting, ranked by the demand we see in CardGrader's catalog and sold-listing data.
The Order Pokemon in its complete forme is Perfect Order's flagship, and the gold Mega Hyper Rare at #124/088 is the ultimate chase — the highest card number in the set and consistently one of its most valuable cards in gem-mint condition. Mega Zygarde ex also appears as a Special Illustration Rare (#120/088), an Ultra Rare full art (#104/088), and a Double Rare (#047/088), so there's a version at every budget. The Hyper Rare and SIR are the two you'll want graded.
Meowth ex's Special Illustration Rare (#121/088) has been the set's standout hit — its art-driven demand has made it one of Perfect Order's most valuable cards on the secondary market, often trading right alongside (or above) the Mega Zygarde ex SIR. If you pull this one, it's a strong grading candidate. Meowth ex also has an Ultra Rare full art (#107/088) and a base ex (#062/088).
Mega Starmie ex brings the beloved Water/Psychic-type starfish into the Mega Evolution era for the first time. Its clean, geometric Special Illustration Rare (#118/088) photographs beautifully and commands a solid premium among collectors who love symmetric artwork. Versions: Double Rare #021/088, Ultra Rare #102/088, SIR #118/088.
Mega Clefable ex pairs nostalgic Gen 1 appeal with Fairy-type elegance, and Clefable's devoted collector following keeps its Special Illustration Rare (#119/088) in steady demand. Versions: Double Rare #031/088, Ultra Rare #103/088, SIR #119/088.
Rounding out the four new Megas, Mega Skarmory ex brings Steel/Flying defensive power. Note for set collectors: unlike the other three new Megas, Mega Skarmory ex does not have a Special Illustration Rare — it tops out at the Ultra Rare full art (#106/088), with a Double Rare at #055/088. That makes its highest version more accessible than the other Megas' SIRs.
Perfect Order has 11 Illustration Rares, numbered #089/088 through #099/088. These special-art cards are the most attainable secret rares in the set and a favorite of collectors who care more about artwork than competitive play. The full list:
| # | Card |
|---|---|
| 089/088 | Spewpa |
| 090/088 | Rowlet |
| 091/088 | Talonflame |
| 092/088 | Aurorus |
| 093/088 | Dedenne |
| 094/088 | Clefairy |
| 095/088 | Espurr |
| 096/088 | Probopass |
| 097/088 | Drapion |
| 098/088 | Doublade |
| 099/088 | Raticate |
The Clefairy Illustration Rare (#094/088) tends to draw the most attention of the group, thanks to its tie-in with the chase Mega Clefable ex line.
Here's what you're working with in Perfect Order (124 cards total: 88 base set + 36 secret rares):
| Card Type | Count |
|---|---|
| New Mega Evolution Pokemon ex | 4 (Zygarde, Starmie, Clefable, Skarmory — all TCG debuts) |
| Illustration Rare Pokemon | 11 (#089–#099) |
| Ultra Rare (Full Art) Pokemon ex | 8 (#100–#107) |
| Special Illustration Rare | 6 (#118–#123) |
| Mega Hyper Rare | 1 (Mega Zygarde ex, #124/088) |
| Base set cards | 88 (#001–#088) |
| Master set total | 124 |
Note: Perfect Order's English secret rares run #089/088 to #124/088. The 36 secret rares also include gold/special rare Trainer and Energy cards between the Ultra Rares and SIRs. The base set is #001/088 through #088/088.
Let's talk about what you're actually likely to pull. Based on patterns from comparable Mega Evolution Series sets, here are the estimated pull rates for Perfect Order:
| Rarity | Estimated Odds | Per Booster Box (36 packs) |
|---|---|---|
| Illustration Rare | ~1 in 6 packs | ~6 per box |
| Pokemon ex / Ultra Rare | ~1 in 8 packs | ~4-5 per box |
| Special Illustration Rare | ~1 in 30-40 packs | ~1 per box (not guaranteed) |
| Mega Hyper Rare | ~1 in 200+ packs | ~1 per 6 boxes |
Reality check: You're looking at roughly 6 booster boxes (~$800-900) on average to pull a single Mega Hyper Rare. The SIRs are more reasonable but still require some luck. If you're chasing a specific card, the secondary market might be kinder to your wallet once prices stabilize a few weeks after release.
Note: These are estimates based on similar sets. Official pull rates aren't published by Pokemon Company, so actual results may vary.
Mega Evolution Pokemon ex are the heavy hitters — they evolve from basic Pokemon ex and represent the absolute peak of a Pokemon's power.
This risk-reward dynamic is what makes Mega ex cards so interesting. You're betting big — one KO and you might hand your opponent the match. But play it right, and your opponent won't get that chance.
Here's what's available starting March 27, 2026:
Digital Release: Perfect Order went live in Pokemon TCG Live on March 26, 2026 — one day before the physical release.
Perfect Order's pre-release events ran March 14–23, 2026 at participating Play! Pokemon Retailers — about two weeks ahead of the March 27 street date.
Attendees got a Build & Battle Box with:
Pro tip: Arrive early. These events tend to fill up, especially for hyped sets. Find events near you on the Pokemon Event Locator.
Perfect Order has been out since March 2026, so its market has had time to settle — which makes it a clearer read for grading decisions than a brand-new set. Card values move daily, so for exact, up-to-the-day raw and PSA 10 prices on any card, use our live Perfect Order price guide — but here's how the set's value is distributed:
| Tier | Cards | Where Value Sits |
|---|---|---|
| Top tier | Meowth ex SIR (#121), Mega Zygarde ex Hyper Rare (#124) | The set's two most valuable cards; strong grading candidates |
| High tier | Mega Zygarde ex SIR (#120), Mega Clefable ex SIR (#119), Mega Starmie ex SIR (#118), Rosa's Encouragement SIR (#123) | Command a clear premium, especially in PSA 10 |
| Mid tier | Ultra Rare full arts (#100–#107), Jacinthe SIR (#122) | Modest premiums; bigger jump when graded gem-mint |
| Entry tier | Illustration Rares (#089–#099), Double Rare Megas | The most attainable secret rares — affordable singles |
The grading angle: the largest PSA 10 premiums in Perfect Order sit on the high-rarity Illustration Rares and Special Illustration Rares. The raw-to-PSA-10 gap is where grading pays off — and because the set has matured, those gaps are a clean signal rather than launch-week noise. Compare each card's raw price to its PSA 10 price in the price guide to see where grading adds the most value.
We don't publish fixed dollar figures here because they change constantly; the linked price guide reflects current market data, and CardGrader's free scanner gives you an instant value for the exact card in your hand.
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See What Your Card Is Worth →Perfect Order has 124 cards total — an 88-card base set (#001/088–#088/088) plus 36 secret rares (#089/088–#124/088). The secret rares include 11 Illustration Rares, 8 Ultra Rare full arts, 6 Special Illustration Rares, and 1 Mega Hyper Rare.
The two top cards are the Meowth ex Special Illustration Rare (#121/088) and the Mega Zygarde ex Mega Hyper Rare (#124/088) — they consistently trade as the set's most valuable cards, especially in PSA 10. The Mega Zygarde ex SIR (#120), Mega Clefable ex SIR (#119), Mega Starmie ex SIR (#118), and Rosa's Encouragement SIR (#123) round out the top hits. Check the live price guide for current values.
The headline chases are the Mega Zygarde ex Mega Hyper Rare (#124/088) and the Meowth ex SIR (#121/088), followed by the Special Illustration Rares of the four new Megas — Mega Zygarde ex (#120), Mega Starmie ex (#118), and Mega Clefable ex (#119) — plus the Rosa's Encouragement (#123) and Jacinthe (#122) Supporter SIRs. Note that Mega Skarmory ex has no SIR; it tops out at an Ultra Rare full art (#106/088).
Perfect Order debuts four Mega Evolution Pokemon ex in the TCG for the first time: Mega Zygarde ex (#047 / #104 / SIR #120 / Hyper Rare #124), Mega Starmie ex (#021 / #102 / SIR #118), Mega Clefable ex (#031 / #103 / SIR #119), and Mega Skarmory ex (#055 / #106).
There are 11 Illustration Rares, numbered #089/088 through #099/088: Spewpa, Rowlet, Talonflame, Aurorus, Dedenne, Clefairy, Espurr, Probopass, Drapion, Doublade, and Raticate. There are also 6 Special Illustration Rares at #118–#123.
Perfect Order released on March 27, 2026 worldwide, with the digital set arriving in Pokemon TCG Live on March 26 and pre-release events running March 14–23, 2026 at Play! Pokemon Retailers.
When a Mega Evolution Pokemon ex is knocked out, your opponent takes three Prize cards, compared to two for standard Pokemon ex cards.
Yes. Perfect Order is themed around Pokemon Legends: Z-A and features Pokemon and locations tied to Lumiose City.
Perfect Order's set code is ME03, making it the third expansion in the Mega Evolution Series.
When you pull those Perfect Order chase cards, you'll want to know their condition before sending them off to PSA or CGC. CardGrader.AI gives you instant, accurate condition reports — so you know what you're working with before you commit to grading fees.