2015 164 cards

Pokemon BREAKthrough Set

A landmark 164-card expansion introducing the gold BREAK Evolution mechanic alongside Mega Mewtwo EX in two formes.

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Overview

BREAKthrough is a massive 164-card expansion released in November 2015 that introduced the BREAK Evolution mechanic. BREAK cards feature a distinctive gold card design and evolve on top of existing Pokemon to add new abilities. The set stars both Mega Mewtwo EX Y and X formes, making it a psychic-heavy expansion with broad competitive impact.

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Most Valuable Cards

Mega Mewtwo EX Full Art (#158, Y forme) is the headliner at $35-65 near-mint. Mega Mewtwo EX Full Art (#159, X forme) is equally sought after. Zoroark BREAK holds $8-15 as the most played BREAK card. Houndoom EX Full Art and the secret rare Mewtwo EX (#164) round out the premium pulls.

M Mewtwo EX

M Mewtwo EX

Brigette

Giovanni's Scheme

Mewtwo EX

Mewtwo EX

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

01. What are BREAK Evolution cards?

BREAK Evolution cards are gold-colored cards that evolve on top of a Pokemon, adding new attacks or abilities while retaining the previous moves. They have a distinctive horizontal/landscape orientation and are placed sideways on the Pokemon they evolve from.

02. Which Mega Mewtwo EX is better competitively?

The Mega Mewtwo EX Y forme (Psychic Infinity attack) saw more competitive play, dealing 10 damage plus 30 for each energy attached to both Active Pokemon. It was the centerpiece of several tournament-winning decks in 2016.

03. How many BREAK cards are in BREAKthrough?

BREAKthrough contains 8 BREAK Evolution cards, including Zoroark BREAK, Raichu BREAK, Marowak BREAK, Chesnaught BREAK, Noivern BREAK, and others.

04. What is the set symbol for BREAKthrough?

BREAKthrough uses a blue and gold shattered/broken circle as its set symbol, representing the breakthrough concept and the new BREAK Evolution mechanic.