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A "rotation" in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] is when several sets are removed from [[Pokémon Organized Play]] (POP), usually because they are too old and would not be compatible with newer sets or rules.  Rotations almost always occur directly following the TCG world championships and remove four or more sets. If a set is "removed," that means a player is no longer able to use any card in that set in their deck.  This rule only applies to [[Modified Format]]. In [[Unlimited Format]], players may use any card from any set in their decks.
A '''rotation''' in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] is when several sets are removed from [[Play! Pokémon]] sanctioned events, generally because they are too old and would not be compatible with newer sets or rules.  Rotations almost always occur directly following the [[World Championships]] and remove four or more sets. If a set is rotated, that means a player may no longer use any card from that set in their deck (with exceptions; see below).  This rule only applies to {{TCG|Standard format}} (formally referred to as Modified format) and {{TCG|Expanded format}}. In {{TCG|Unlimited format}}, players may use any card from any set in their decks.


==Controversy==
==Legal cards from rotated sets==
Some cards in sets that are part of the current rotation are '''reprints''' of cards that appeared in older rotations.  If a card is included as part of any set in the current rotation, any version of that card is legal for tournament play.  For example, at least one version of {{TCG ID|EX Sandstorm|Rare Candy|88}} has been legal in every modified format since it was printed.  Thus, older versions of Rare Candy, even those from rotated sets like {{TCG|EX Sandstorm}} and {{TCG|Great Encounters}}, are still legal cards. Similarly, basic {{TCG|Energy card}}s from all sets except {{TCG|Fairy Energy}} are still allowed in tournament play.


A fair number of players in the POP leagues believe that "banning" cards from play, and thereby removing whole decks, slows down play and is bad for the game as a whole.  On the other hand, many players think that being forced to come up with new deck ideas makes the game more fun and interesting.
In cases where a card is reprinted with significant text changes, the player playing the card must have a new copy of the card on hand, separate from their deck to ''serve as reference''.  For example, the effect of {{TCG ID|Base Set|Energy Retrieval|81}} printed in {{TCG|Black & White}} is different from the original print in {{TCG|Base Set}}.  A player would be permitted to include the Base Set print of Energy Retrieval in their deck for tournament play, but would be required to provide a copy of the Black & White print as reference.


==Coming Up==
==Current rotation==
===Expansions that are part of the current rotation ===
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The next rotation is scheduled for directly after this years TCG world championships, and wil remove the following sets from POP:
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===={{TCG|Standard format}}====
Cards from the following expansions are legal, only if they have an '''E''' Regulation mark or later:<br>


Ex Deoxys
''Sword & Shield Series''
Ex Emerald
* {{exp|Shining Fates}} {{TCG|Shining Fates}}
Ex Unseen Forces
* {{exp|Battle Styles}} {{TCG|Battle Styles}}
Ex Delta Species
* {{exp|Chilling Reign}} {{TCG|Chilling Reign}}
Ex Legend Maker.
* {{exp|Evolving Skies}} {{TCG|Evolving Skies}}
* {{exp|Celebrations}} {{TCG|Celebrations}}
* {{exp|Fusion Strike}} {{TCG|Fusion Strike}}
* {{exp|Brilliant Stars}} {{TCG|Brilliant Stars}}
* {{exp|Astral Radiance}} {{TCG|Astral Radiance}}
* {{exp|Pokémon GO}} {{TCG|Pokémon GO}}
* {{exp|Lost Origin}} {{TCG|Lost Origin}}
* {{exp|Silver Tempest}} {{TCG|Silver Tempest}}
* {{exp|Crown Zenith}} {{TCG|Crown Zenith}}


Probably most notable of the removed cards is [[Holon Transciever]] from the Ex Delta Species set, and the whole [[Holon Engine]] with it.  With the removal of [[Metagross]] and [[Dragonite]], both from the Ex Delta Species set, the [[Metanite]] deck will no longer be playable.
''Scarlet & Violet Series''
* {{exp|Scarlet and Violet}} {{TCG|Scarlet & Violet}}
* {{exp|Paldea Evolved}} {{TCG|Paldea Evolved}}
* {{exp|Obsidian Flames}} {{TCG|Obsidian Flames}}
* {{exp|151}} {{TCG|151}}
* {{exp|Paradox Rift}} {{TCG|Paradox Rift}}
* {{exp|Paldean Fates}} {{TCG|Paldean Fates}}
* {{exp|Temporal Forces}} {{TCG|Temporal Forces}}
* {{exp|Twilight Masquerade}} {{TCG|Twilight Masquerade}}
* ''Note: Additional expansions are added to the current rotation the third Friday after they are released in the United States.''
 
''{{exp|Promo}} {{TCG|Black Star Promos}}''
* {{TCG|SWSH Black Star Promos}}
* {{exp|SVP Black Star Promos}} {{TCG|SVP Black Star Promos}}
 
''Other promotional sets''
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2022}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2022}}
 
''Other''
* Any other cards that were later reprinted with an '''E''' Regulation mark or later remain legal
 
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===={{TCG|Expanded format}}====
''Black & White Series''
* {{exp|Black and White}} {{TCG|Black & White}}
* {{exp|Emerging Powers}} {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}
* {{exp|Noble Victories}} {{TCG|Noble Victories}}
* {{exp|Next Destinies}} {{TCG|Next Destinies}}
* {{exp|Dark Explorers}} {{TCG|Dark Explorers}}
* {{exp|Dragons Exalted}} {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}
* {{exp|Dragon Vault}} {{TCG|Dragon Vault}}
* {{exp|Boundaries Crossed}} {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}}
* {{exp|Plasma Storm}} {{TCG|Plasma Storm}}
* {{exp|Plasma Freeze}} {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}}
* {{exp|Plasma Blast}} {{TCG|Plasma Blast}}
* {{exp|Legendary Treasures}} {{TCG|Legendary Treasures}}
* [[File:SetSymbolExcadrill Half Deck.png|40px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolZoroark Half Deck.png|40px]] {{TCG|Black & White Trainer Kit}}
''XY Series''
* {{exp|Kalos Starter Set}} {{TCG|Kalos Starter Set}}
* {{exp|XY}} {{TCG|XY}}
* {{exp|Flashfire}} {{TCG|Flashfire}}
* {{exp|Furious Fists}} {{TCG|Furious Fists}}
* {{exp|Phantom Forces}} {{TCG|Phantom Forces}}
* {{exp|Primal Clash}} {{TCG|Primal Clash}}
* {{exp|Double Crisis}} {{TCG|Double Crisis}} — mini set
* {{exp|Roaring Skies}} {{TCG|Roaring Skies}}
* {{exp|Ancient Origins}} {{TCG|Ancient Origins}}
* {{exp|BREAKthrough}} {{TCG|BREAKthrough}}
* {{exp|BREAKpoint}} {{TCG|BREAKpoint}}
* {{exp|Generations}} {{TCG|Generations}}
* {{exp|Fates Collide}} {{TCG|Fates Collide}}
* {{exp|Steam Siege}} {{TCG|Steam Siege}}
* {{exp|Evolutions}} {{TCG|Evolutions}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSylveon Half Deck.png|40px]] '''/''' [[File:SetSymbolNoivern Half Deck.png|40px]] {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit}}
* [[File:SetSymbolBisharp Half Deck.png|35px]] '''/''' [[File:SetSymbolWigglytuff Half Deck.png|35px]] {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit: Bisharp & Wigglytuff}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLatias XY Half Deck.png|35px]] '''/''' [[File:SetSymbolLatios XY Half Deck.png|35px]] {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit: Latias & Latios}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPikachu Libre Half Deck.png|35px]] '''/''' [[File:SetSymbolSuicune Half Deck.png|35px]] {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit: Pikachu Libre & Suicune}}
''Sun & Moon Series''
* {{exp|Sun_and_Moon}} {{TCG|Sun & Moon}}
* {{exp|Guardians Rising}} {{TCG|Guardians Rising}}
* {{exp|Burning Shadows}} {{TCG|Burning Shadows}}
* {{exp|Shining Legends}} {{TCG|Shining Legends}}
* {{exp|Crimson Invasion}} {{TCG|Crimson Invasion}}
* {{exp|Ultra Prism}} {{TCG|Ultra Prism}}
* {{exp|Forbidden Light}} {{TCG|Forbidden Light}}
* {{exp|Celestial Storm}} {{TCG|Celestial Storm}}
* {{exp|Dragon Majesty}} {{TCG|Dragon Majesty}}
* {{exp|Lost Thunder}} {{TCG|Lost Thunder}}
* {{exp|Team Up}} {{TCG|Team Up}}
* {{exp|Detective Pikachu}} {{TCG|Detective Pikachu}}
* {{exp|Unbroken Bonds}} {{TCG|Unbroken Bonds}}
* {{exp|Hidden Fates}} {{TCG|Hidden Fates}}
* {{exp|Cosmic Eclipse}} {{TCG|Cosmic Eclipse}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLycanroc Half Deck.png|35px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolAlolan Raichu Half Deck.png|35px]] {{TCG|Sun & Moon Trainer Kit: Lycanroc & Alolan Raichu}}
* {{TCG|Sun & Moon Trainer Kit: Alolan Sandslash & Alolan Ninetales}}
''Sword & Shield Series''
* {{exp|Sword and Shield}} {{TCG|Sword & Shield}}
* {{exp|Rebel Clash}} {{TCG|Rebel Clash}}
* {{exp|Darkness Ablaze}} {{TCG|Darkness Ablaze}}
* {{exp|Champion Path}} {{TCG|Champion's Path}}
* {{exp|Vivid Voltage}} {{TCG|Vivid Voltage}}
* {{exp|Shining Fates}} {{TCG|Shining Fates}}
* {{exp|Battle Styles}} {{TCG|Battle Styles}}
* {{exp|Chilling Reign}} {{TCG|Chilling Reign}}
* {{exp|Evolving Skies}} {{TCG|Evolving Skies}}
* {{exp|Celebrations}} {{TCG|Celebrations}}
* {{exp|Fusion Strike}} {{TCG|Fusion Strike}}
* {{exp|Brilliant Stars}} {{TCG|Brilliant Stars}}
* {{exp|Astral Radiance}} {{TCG|Astral Radiance}}
* {{exp|Pokémon GO}} {{TCG|Pokémon GO}}
* {{exp|Lost Origin}} {{TCG|Lost Origin}}
* {{exp|Silver Tempest}} {{TCG|Silver Tempest}}
* {{exp|Crown Zenith}} {{TCG|Crown Zenith}}
''Scarlet & Violet Series''
* {{exp|Scarlet and Violet}} {{TCG|Scarlet & Violet}}
* {{exp|Paldea Evolved}} {{TCG|Paldea Evolved}}
* {{exp|Obsidian Flames}} {{TCG|Obsidian Flames}}
* {{exp|151}} {{TCG|151}}
* {{exp|Paradox Rift}} {{TCG|Paradox Rift}}
* {{exp|Paldean Fates}} {{TCG|Paldean Fates}}
* {{exp|Temporal Forces}} {{TCG|Temporal Forces}}
* {{exp|Twilight Masquerade}} {{TCG|Twilight Masquerade}}
* ''Note: Additional expansions are added to the current rotation the third Friday after they are released in the United States.''
''{{exp|Promo}} {{TCG|Black Star Promos}}''
* {{TCG|BW Black Star Promos}}
* {{TCG|XY Black Star Promos}}
* {{TCG|SM Black Star Promos}}
* {{TCG|SWSH Black Star Promos}}
* {{exp|SVP Black Star Promos}} {{TCG|SVP Black Star Promos}}
''McDonald's Collection''
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2011}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2012}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2012}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2013}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2013}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2014}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2014}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2015}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2015}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2016}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2016}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2017}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2017}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2018}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2018}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2019}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2019}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2021}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2021}}
* {{exp|McDonalds Collection 2022}} {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2022}}
''Other promotional sets''
* {{exp|Pokémon Futsal}} {{TCG|Pokémon Futsal}}
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===Expansions that have been rotated out or were never legal===
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===={{TCG|Standard format}}====
''Original Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolBase Set.png|20px]] {{TCG|Base Set}}
* [[File:SetSymbolJungle.png|20px]] {{TCG|Jungle}}
* [[File:SetSymbolFossil.png|20px]] {{TCG|Fossil}}
* [[File:SetSymbolBase Set 2.png|20px]] {{TCG|Base Set 2}}
* [[File:SetSymbolTeam_Rocket.png|20px]] {{TCG|Team Rocket}}
* [[File:SetSymbolGym Heroes.png|20px]] {{TCG|Gym Heroes}}
* [[File:SetSymbolGym Challenge.png|20px]] {{TCG|Gym Challenge}}
''Neo Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolNeo Genesis.png|20px]] {{TCG|Neo Genesis}}
* [[File:SetSymbolNeo Discovery.png|20px]] {{TCG|Neo Discovery}}
* [[File:SetSymbolNeo Revelation.png|20px]] {{TCG|Neo Revelation}}
* [[File:SetSymbolNeo Destiny.png|20px]] {{TCG|Neo Destiny}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSouthern_Islands.png|20px]] {{TCG|Southern Islands}} (promo set)
''Legendary Collection Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolLegendary Collection.png|10px]] {{TCG|Legendary Collection}}
''e-Card Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolExpedition.png|20px]] {{TCG|Expedition Base Set}}
* [[File:SetSymbolAquapolis.png|20px]] {{TCG|Aquapolis}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSkyridge.png|20px]] {{TCG|Skyridge}}
* [[File:SetSymbolBest.png|20px]] {{TCG|Best of Game Cards}} (promo set)
''EX Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolRuby and Sapphire.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Ruby & Sapphire}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSandstorm.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Sandstorm}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDragon.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Dragon}}
* [[File:SetSymbolTeam Magma vs Team Aqua.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Team Magma vs Team Aqua}}
* [[File:SetSymbolHidden Legends.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Hidden Legends}}
* [[File:SetSymbolFireRed and LeafGreen.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX FireRed & LeafGreen}}
* [[File:SetSymbolTeam Rocket Returns.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Team Rocket Returns}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDeoxys.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Deoxys}}
* [[File:SetSymbolEmerald.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Emerald}}
* [[File:SetSymbolUnseen Forces.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Unseen Forces}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDelta Species.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Delta Species}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLegend Maker.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Legend Maker}}
* [[File:SetSymbolHolon Phantoms.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Holon Phantoms}}
* [[File:SetSymbolCrystal Guardians.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Crystal Guardians}} 
* [[File:SetSymbolDragon Frontiers.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Dragon Frontiers}} 
* [[File:SetSymbolPower Keepers.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Power Keepers}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLatias Half Deck.png|20px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolLatios Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Trainer Kit}}
* {{TCG|EX Battle Stadium}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPlusle Half Deck.png|14px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolMinun Half Deck.png|15px]] {{TCG|EX Trainer Kit 2}}
''Diamond & Pearl Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolDiamond and Pearl.png|20px]] {{TCG|Diamond & Pearl}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMysterious Treasures.png|20px]] {{TCG|Mysterious Treasures}}  
* [[File:SetSymbolSecret Wonders.png|20px]] {{TCG|Secret Wonders}}
* [[File:SetSymbolGreat Encounters.png|20px]] {{TCG|Great Encounters}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMajestic Dawn.png|20px]] {{TCG|Majestic Dawn}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLegends Awakened.png|20px]] {{TCG|Legends Awakened}}
* [[File:SetSymbolStormfront.png|20px]] {{TCG|Stormfront}}
* [[File:SetSymbolManaphy Half Deck.png|20px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolLucario Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|Diamond & Pearl Trainer Kit}}
''Platinum Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolPlatinum.png|20px]] {{TCG|Platinum}}
* [[File:SetSymbolRising Rivals.png|20px]] {{TCG|Rising Rivals}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSupreme Victors.png|20px]] {{TCG|Supreme Victors}}
* [[File:SetSymbolArceus.png|20px]] {{TCG|Platinum: Arceus|Arceus}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPokémon Rumble.png|20px]] {{TCG|Pokémon Rumble}}
''HeartGold & SoulSilver Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolHeartGold and SoulSilver.png|20px]] {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}}
* [[File:SetSymbolUnleashed.png|20px]] {{TCG|Unleashed}}
* [[File:SetSymbolUndaunted.png|20px]] {{TCG|Undaunted}}
* [[File:SetSymbolTriumphant.png|20px]] {{TCG|Triumphant}}
* [[File:SetSymbolGyarados Half Deck.png|20px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolRaichu Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|HS Trainer Kit}}
''Call of Legends Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolCall_of_Legends.png|20px]] {{TCG|Call of Legends}}
''Black & White Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolBlack and White.png|20px]] {{TCG|Black & White}}
* [[File:SetSymbolEmerging Powers.png|20px]] {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}
* [[File:SetSymbolNoble Victories.png|20px]] {{TCG|Noble Victories}}
* [[File:SetSymbolNext Destinies.png|20px]] {{TCG|Next Destinies}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDark Explorers.png|20px]] {{TCG|Dark Explorers}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDragons Exalted.png|20px]] {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDragon Vault.png|20px]] {{TCG|Dragon Vault}}
* [[File:SetSymbolBoundaries Crossed.png|20px]] {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPlasma Storm.png|20px]] {{TCG|Plasma Storm}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPlasma Freeze.png|20px]] {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPlasma Blast.png|20px]] {{TCG|Plasma Blast}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLegendary Treasures.png|20px]] {{TCG|Legendary Treasures}}
* [[File:SetSymbolExcadrill Half Deck.png|20px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolZoroark Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|Black & White Trainer Kit}}
''XY series''
* [[file:SetSymbolKalos Starter Set.png|20px]] {{TCG|Kalos Starter Set}}
* [[file:SetSymbolXY.png|19px]] {{TCG|XY}}
* [[file:SetSymbolFlashfire.png|20px]] {{TCG|Flashfire}}
* [[file:SetSymbolFurious Fists.png|20px]] {{TCG|Furious Fists}}
* [[file:SetSymbolPhantom Forces.png|20px]] {{TCG|Phantom Forces}}
* [[file:SetSymbolPrimal Clash.png|20px]] {{TCG|Primal Clash}}
* [[file:SetSymbolDouble Crisis.png|20px]] {{TCG|Double Crisis}}
* [[file:SetSymbolRoaring Skies.png|20px]] {{TCG|Roaring Skies}}
* [[file:SetSymbolAncient Origins.png|20px]] {{TCG|Ancient Origins}}
* [[file:SetSymbolBREAKthrough.png|20px]] {{TCG|BREAKthrough}}
* [[file:SetSymbolBREAKpoint.png|20px]] {{TCG|BREAKpoint}}
* [[file:SetSymbolGenerations.png|20px]] {{TCG|Generations}}
* [[file:SetSymbolFates Collide.png|20px]] {{TCG|Fates Collide}}
* [[file:SetSymbolSteam Siege.png|20px]] {{TCG|Steam Siege}}
* [[file:SetSymbolEvolutions.png|20px]] {{TCG|Evolutions}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSylveon Half Deck.png|20px]] '''/''' [[File:SetSymbolNoivern Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit}}
* [[File:SetSymbolBisharp Half Deck.png|20px]] '''/''' [[File:SetSymbolWigglytuff Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit: Bisharp & Wigglytuff}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLatias XY Half Deck.png|20px]] '''/''' [[File:SetSymbolLatios XY Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit: Latias & Latios}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPikachu Libre Half Deck.png|20px]] '''/''' [[File:SetSymbolSuicune Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|XY Trainer Kit: Pikachu Libre & Suicune}}
''Sun & Moon series''
* [[File:SetSymbolSun and Moon.png|20px]] {{TCG|Sun & Moon}}
* [[File:SetSymbolGuardians Rising.png|20px]] {{TCG|Guardians Rising}}
* [[File:SetSymbolBurning Shadows.png|20px]] {{TCG|Burning Shadows}}
* [[File:SetSymbolShining Legends.png|20px]] {{TCG|Shining Legends}}
* [[File:SetSymbolCrimson Invasion.png|20px]] {{TCG|Crimson Invasion}}
* [[File:SetSymbolUltra Prism.png|20px]] {{TCG|Ultra Prism}}
* [[File:SetSymbolForbidden Light.png|20px]] {{TCG|Forbidden Light}}
* [[File:SetSymbolCelestial Storm.png|20px]] {{TCG|Celestial Storm}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDragon Majesty.png|20px]] {{TCG|Dragon Majesty}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLost Thunder.png|20px]] {{TCG|Lost Thunder}}
* [[File:SetSymbolTeam Up.png|20px]] {{TCG|Team Up}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDetective Pikachu.png|20px]] {{TCG|Detective Pikachu}}
* [[File:SetSymbolUnbroken Bonds.png|20px]] {{TCG|Unbroken Bonds}}
* [[File:SetSymbolUnified Minds.png|20px]] {{TCG|Unified Minds}}
* [[File:SetSymbolHidden Fates.png|20px]] {{TCG|Hidden Fates}}
* [[File:SetSymbolCosmic Eclipse.png|20px]] {{TCG|Cosmic Eclipse}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLycanroc Half Deck.png|20px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolAlolan Raichu Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|Sun & Moon Trainer Kit: Lycanroc & Alolan Raichu}}
* {{TCG|Sun & Moon Trainer Kit: Alolan Sandslash & Alolan Ninetales}}
''Sword & Shield Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolSword and Shield.png|20px]] {{TCG|Sword & Shield}}
* [[File:SetSymbolRebel Clash.png|20px]] {{TCG|Rebel Clash}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDarkness Ablaze.png|20px]] {{TCG|Darkness Ablaze}}
* [[File:SetSymbolChampion Path.png|20px]] {{TCG|Champion's Path}}
* [[File:SetSymbolVivid Voltage.png|20px]] {{TCG|Vivid Voltage}}
''[[Play! Pokémon#POP packs|POP Series]]''
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_1.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 1}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_2.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 2}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_3.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 3}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_4.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 4}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_5.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 5}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_6.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 6}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_7.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 7}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_8.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 8}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_9.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 9}}
''{{TCG|Black Star Promos}}''
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|Wizards Black Star Promos}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|Nintendo Black Star Promos}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|HGSS Black Star Promos}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|DP Black Star Promos}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|BW Black Star Promos}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|XY Black Star Promos}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|SM Black Star Promos}}
''McDonald's Collection''
* [[File:SetSymbolMcDonalds Collection.png|20px]] {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2011}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMcDonalds Collection 2012.png|20px]] {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2012}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMcDonalds Collection 2013.png|20px]] {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2013}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMcDonalds Collection 2014.png|20px]] {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2014}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMcDonalds Collection 2015.png|20px]] {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2015}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMcDonalds Collection 2016.png|20px]] {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2016}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMcDonalds Collection 2017.png|20px]] {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2017}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMcDonalds Collection 2018.png|20px]] {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2018}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMcDonalds Collection 2019.png|20px]] {{TCG|McDonald's Collection 2019}}
''{{TCG|Miscellaneous Promotional cards}}''
* All ''pre-Sword & Shield'' [[List of Pokémon Trading Card Game expansions|expansion]] cards
* [[Ancient Mew]]
* {{TCG ID|Wizards Promo|___'s Pikachu|24}} (also known as "Happy Birthday, Pikachu!")
''{{TCG|Theme Deck|World Championships Decks}}''
* All
''Other''
* {{TCG|Fairy Energy}}<ref>[https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/2022-pokemon-tcg-championship-series-season-format-rotation/ 2022 Pokémon TCG Championship Series Season Format Rotation]</ref>
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===={{TCG|Expanded format}}====
''Original Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolBase Set.png|20px]] {{TCG|Base Set}}
* [[File:SetSymbolJungle.png|20px]] {{TCG|Jungle}}
* [[File:SetSymbolFossil.png|20px]] {{TCG|Fossil}}
* [[File:SetSymbolBase Set 2.png|20px]] {{TCG|Base Set 2}}
* [[File:SetSymbolTeam Rocket.png|20px]] {{TCG|Team Rocket}}
* [[File:SetSymbolGym Heroes.png|20px]] {{TCG|Gym Heroes}}
* [[File:SetSymbolGym Challenge.png|20px]] {{TCG|Gym Challenge}}
''Neo Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolNeo Genesis.png|20px]] {{TCG|Neo Genesis}}
* [[File:SetSymbolNeo Discovery.png|20px]] {{TCG|Neo Discovery}}
* [[File:SetSymbolNeo Revelation.png|20px]] {{TCG|Neo Revelation}}
* [[File:SetSymbolNeo Destiny.png|20px]] {{TCG|Neo Destiny}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSouthern_Islands.png|20px]] {{TCG|Southern Islands}} (promo set)
''Legendary Collection Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolLegendary Collection.png|10px]] {{TCG|Legendary Collection}}
''e-Card Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolExpedition.png|20px]] {{TCG|Expedition Base Set}}
* [[File:SetSymbolAquapolis.png|15px]] {{TCG|Aquapolis}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSkyridge.png|20px]] {{TCG|Skyridge}}
* [[File:SetSymbolBest.png|20px]] {{TCG|Best of Game Cards}} (promo set)
''EX Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolRuby and Sapphire.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Ruby & Sapphire}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSandstorm.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Sandstorm}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDragon.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Dragon}}
* [[File:SetSymbolTeam Magma vs Team Aqua.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Team Magma vs Team Aqua}}
* [[File:SetSymbolHidden Legends.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Hidden Legends}}
* [[File:SetSymbolFireRed and LeafGreen.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX FireRed & LeafGreen}}
* [[File:SetSymbolTeam Rocket Returns.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Team Rocket Returns}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDeoxys.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Deoxys}}
* [[File:SetSymbolEmerald.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Emerald}}
* [[File:SetSymbolUnseen Forces.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Unseen Forces}}
* [[File:SetSymbolDelta Species.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Delta Species}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLegend Maker.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Legend Maker}}
* [[File:SetSymbolHolon Phantoms.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Holon Phantoms}}
* [[File:SetSymbolCrystal Guardians.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Crystal Guardians}} 
* [[File:SetSymbolDragon Frontiers.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Dragon Frontiers}} 
* [[File:SetSymbolPower Keepers.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Power Keepers}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLatias Half Deck.png|20px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolLatios Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|EX Trainer Kit}}
* {{TCG|EX Battle Stadium}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPlusle Half Deck.png|14px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolMinun Half Deck.png|15px]] {{TCG|EX Trainer Kit 2}}
''Diamond & Pearl Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolDiamond and Pearl.png|20px]] {{TCG|Diamond & Pearl}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMysterious Treasures.png|20px]] {{TCG|Mysterious Treasures}} 
* [[File:SetSymbolSecret Wonders.png|20px]] {{TCG|Secret Wonders}}
* [[File:SetSymbolGreat Encounters.png|20px]] {{TCG|Great Encounters}}
* [[File:SetSymbolMajestic Dawn.png|20px]] {{TCG|Majestic Dawn}}
* [[File:SetSymbolLegends Awakened.png|20px]] {{TCG|Legends Awakened}}
* [[File:SetSymbolStormfront.png|20px]] {{TCG|Stormfront}}
* [[File:SetSymbolManaphy Half Deck.png|20px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolLucario Half Deck.png|11px]] {{TCG|Diamond & Pearl Trainer Kit}}
''Platinum Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolPlatinum.png|20px]] {{TCG|Platinum}}
* [[File:SetSymbolRising Rivals.png|20px]] {{TCG|Rising Rivals}}
* [[File:SetSymbolSupreme Victors.png|20px]] {{TCG|Supreme Victors}}
* [[File:SetSymbolArceus.png|20px]] {{TCG|Platinum: Arceus|Arceus}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPokémon Rumble.png|20px]] {{TCG|Pokémon Rumble}}
''HeartGold & SoulSilver Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolHeartGold and SoulSilver.png|19px]] {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}}
* [[File:SetSymbolUnleashed.png|19px]] {{TCG|Unleashed}}
* [[File:SetSymbolUndaunted.png|19px]] {{TCG|Undaunted}}
* [[File:SetSymbolTriumphant.png|19px]] {{TCG|Triumphant}}
* [[File:SetSymbolGyarados Half Deck.png|17px]]''' / '''[[File:SetSymbolRaichu Half Deck.png|20px]] {{TCG|HS Trainer Kit}}
''Call of Legends Series''
* [[File:SetSymbolCall_of_Legends.png|19px]] {{TCG|Call of Legends}}
''[[Play! Pokémon#POP packs|POP Series]]''
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_1.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 1}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_2.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 2}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_3.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 3}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_4.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 4}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_5.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 5}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_6.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 6}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_7.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 7}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_8.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 8}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPOP_Series_9.png|20px]] {{TCG|POP Series 9}}
''{{TCG|Black Star Promos}}''
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|Wizards Black Star Promos}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|Nintendo Black Star Promos}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|DP Black Star Promos}}
* [[File:SetSymbolPromo.png|20px]] {{TCG|HGSS Black Star Promos}}
''{{TCG|Miscellaneous Promotional cards}}''
* All ''pre-Black & White Series'' cards
* [[Ancient Mew]]
* {{TCG ID|Wizards Promo|___'s Pikachu|24}} (also known as "Happy Birthday, Pikachu!")
''{{TCG|Theme Deck|World Championships Decks}}''
* All
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==See also==
* {{TCG|Standard format}}
* {{TCG|Expanded format}}
* [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]]
 
==References==
{{reflist}}
 
==External links==
* [http://www.pokemon.com/us/play-pokemon/about/card-dex/ Pokémon ''Play! Pokémon'' Official Card Lists]
 
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[[Category:TCG tournament format]]

Latest revision as of 16:59, 14 March 2024

A rotation in the Pokémon Trading Card Game is when several sets are removed from Play! Pokémon sanctioned events, generally because they are too old and would not be compatible with newer sets or rules. Rotations almost always occur directly following the World Championships and remove four or more sets. If a set is rotated, that means a player may no longer use any card from that set in their deck (with exceptions; see below). This rule only applies to Standard format (formally referred to as Modified format) and Expanded format. In Unlimited format, players may use any card from any set in their decks.

Legal cards from rotated sets

Some cards in sets that are part of the current rotation are reprints of cards that appeared in older rotations. If a card is included as part of any set in the current rotation, any version of that card is legal for tournament play. For example, at least one version of Rare Candy has been legal in every modified format since it was printed. Thus, older versions of Rare Candy, even those from rotated sets like EX Sandstorm and Great Encounters, are still legal cards. Similarly, basic Energy cards from all sets except Fairy Energy are still allowed in tournament play.

In cases where a card is reprinted with significant text changes, the player playing the card must have a new copy of the card on hand, separate from their deck to serve as reference. For example, the effect of Energy Retrieval printed in Black & White is different from the original print in Base Set. A player would be permitted to include the Base Set print of Energy Retrieval in their deck for tournament play, but would be required to provide a copy of the Black & White print as reference.

Current rotation

Expansions that are part of the current rotation

Standard format

Cards from the following expansions are legal, only if they have an E Regulation mark or later:

Sword & Shield Series

Scarlet & Violet Series

Promo Black Star Promos

Other promotional sets

Other

  • Any other cards that were later reprinted with an E Regulation mark or later remain legal

Expanded format

Black & White Series

XY Series

Sun & Moon Series

Sword & Shield Series

Scarlet & Violet Series

Promo Black Star Promos

McDonald's Collection

Other promotional sets


Expansions that have been rotated out or were never legal

Standard format

Original Series

Neo Series

Legendary Collection Series

e-Card Series

EX Series

Diamond & Pearl Series

Platinum Series

HeartGold & SoulSilver Series

Call of Legends Series

Black & White Series

XY series

Sun & Moon series

Sword & Shield Series

POP Series

Black Star Promos

McDonald's Collection

Miscellaneous Promotional cards

World Championships Decks

  • All

Other

Expanded format

Original Series

Neo Series

Legendary Collection Series

e-Card Series

EX Series

Diamond & Pearl Series

Platinum Series

HeartGold & SoulSilver Series

Call of Legends Series

POP Series

Black Star Promos

Miscellaneous Promotional cards

World Championships Decks

  • All

See also

References

  1. ↑ 2022 Pokémon TCG Championship Series Season Format Rotation

External links



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