What are Pokémon ACE SPEC cards

  • Unique Trainer cards introduced in the Black & White era and later reintroduced in the Scarlet & Violet era.
  • Distinctive ACE SPEC designation, limited to one per deck regardless of name.
  • Typically provide powerful, game-changing effects that can significantly influence strategy.
  • Available as Item cards, Pokémon Tools, or Supporter cards, offering versatility in deck construction.

In November 2012, during the Black & White era of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the first Ace Spec cards debuted in the Boundaries Crossed expansion.

In an exciting turn of events, these special cards, eagerly awaited by many, made their comeback in the Scarlet & Violet era within the Temporal Forces set.

You can quickly spot Ace Spec cards because they have the 'ACE SPEC' label clearly displayed on the card. In the world of deck building, Ace Spec cards stand out due to the rule that you're only allowed to have one in your deck, regardless of its name. This restriction makes them a unique and impactful addition to any game.

When Ace Spec cards were first introduced, they possessed remarkable power that could significantly influence the course of a game. For example, Computer Search allowed you to select any two cards you wanted from your deck. The return of Ace Spec cards in the Scarlet & Violet era maintains this tradition of powerful effects. In the realm of deck construction, Ace Spec cards come in various forms, such as Item cards, Pokémon Tools, or even Supporter cards, each offering a diverse array of effects and strategies for players to consider.

Within the world of card collections, Ace Spec cards are notable for their rarity, attracting considerable interest from both players and collectors. When aiming for victory, carefully selecting just one Ace Spec card for a deck is a significant decision, as it can shape or greatly enhance the deck's primary strategy.

Computer Search, Crystal Edge, Crystal Wall and Gold Potion from the set Boundaries Crossed:

Dowsing Machine, Scramble Switch and Victory Piece from the set Plasma Storm:

Life Dew and Rock Guard from the set Plasma Freeze:

G Booster, G Scope, Master Ball and Scoop Up Cyclone from the set Plasma Blast:

Awakening Drum, Hero’s Cape, Master Ball, Maximum Belt, Prime Catcher, Reboot Pod and Neo Upper Energy from the set Temporal Forces: This was the first set where ACE SPEC cards were introduced. Notice the ACE SPEC cards have a pink background instead of grey:

Hyper Aroma, Scoop Up Cyclone, Secret Box, Survival Brace, Unfair Stamp and Legacy Energy from the set Twilight Masquerade: