A mighty Pokémon has been born from ancient times, and it is said to have created the Pokémon world! Starting November 4, 2009, trainers around the world can harness the fearsome power of the new Legendary Alpha Pokémon Arceus with the Pokémon Trading Card Game Platinum—Arceus expansion. Arceus's many Energy types (Fire, Lightning, Grass) will subject opponents to a barrage of fantastic new attacks. The new Arceus expansion pack for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Platinum, featuring over 100 cards, will be available nationwide on November 4, 2009.
Contents of the new Pokémon TCG: Platinum—Arceus Expansion Pack: New Alpha Pokémon Arceus. Collect multiple versions of Arceus—one for each type of power! Discover new Pokémon LV.X, including 3 Arceus LV.X! Fantastic Fossil! Platinum—Arceus reunites with the Fossil Trainer cards Old Amber (89/99), Dome (92/99), and Spiral (93/99). These cards are part Trainer, part Pokémon, offering more gameplay possibilities. Plus, with these fossils, great Pokémon like Aerodactyl and Kabutops begin to evolve!
It's all about Arceus!
The Platinum—Arceus expansion is named appropriately: the Alpha Pokémon simply appears everywhere! There are nine Basic Arceus, one for each Energy type, each with its own attacks. Plus, there are three Arceus LV.X that can evolve each of the Basic Arceus. Add to that special Arceus Stadium and Trainer cards to round out a comprehensive Arceus deck!
Gengar Galore!
Gengar is a very popular Pokémon among Trading Card Game players. Therefore, Platinum—Arceus includes a full set of Gengar, including its pre-evolutions! The expansion includes Gastly, two variants of Haunter, and two different Gengar. And once a Gengar is in play, trainers can also bring out the fearsome Gengar LV.X! With diverse combinations, building a strong and flexible deck has never been easier!