Pokemon Ancient Origins Set
A compact 100-card expansion introducing Hoopa EX and Mega Tyranitar EX alongside the final Ancient Trait Pokemon.
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Ancient Origins is a compact 100-card set released in August 2015, concluding the Ancient Trait mechanic. The set introduced Hoopa EX, whose Scoundrel Ring ability to search for 3 EX Pokemon from the deck became a meta-defining staple. Mega Tyranitar EX and Mega Ampharos EX headline the Mega Evolution slots.
Most Valuable Cards
Mega Tyranitar EX Full Art (#92) leads the set at $25-45 near-mint with its dramatic artwork. Hoopa EX Full Art (#89) holds strong value at $20-35 due to competitive demand. Lugia EX Full Art and Mega Ampharos EX Full Art are each $15-25. The secret rare Primal Kyogre EX (#96) adds a cross-set collectible appeal.
Cards from Ancient Origins
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28 of 100 
Oddish
Gloom
Vileplume
Bellossom
Virizion
Volcarona
Kyurem EX
Baltoy
Wooper
Sableye
Registeel
Giratina EX
Porygon
Ampharos Spirit Link
Level Ball
Dangerous Energy
Hoopa EX
Machamp EX
Tyranitar EX
M Tyranitar EX
Giratina EX
Lugia EX
Steven
Primal Kyogre EX
Primal Groudon EX
M Rayquaza EX
Energy Retrieval
Trainers' Mail
Frequently Asked Questions
01. Why was Hoopa EX important competitively?
Hoopa EX Scoundrel Ring ability let you search your deck for up to 3 Pokemon EX when played from your hand. This single card dramatically sped up setup in EX-focused decks and was stapled into most competitive lists from 2015-2017.
02. How many cards are in Ancient Origins?
Ancient Origins has 98 cards in the main set with 2 secret rares, totaling 100 officially numbered cards. It is the smallest XY-era main expansion.
03. What Ancient Trait Pokemon are in Ancient Origins?
Ancient Origins includes several Ancient Trait Pokemon like Entei (Omega Barrage), Regirock (Omega Barrier), and Gyarados (Alpha Growth). These were the final Ancient Trait cards printed in the XY era.
04. Is Ancient Origins hard to find?
Ancient Origins sealed product is moderately available through card shops and online retailers. Individual boosters cost $6-10, while booster boxes run $200-350 depending on market conditions.
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