Pokémon TCG Platinum Series (2009)

The Platinum Series was a short but impactful era, bridging Diamond & Pearl with HeartGold & SoulSilver. It introduced Pokémon SP, the Lost Zone mechanic, and thematic expansions centered around Team Galactic and Arceus.

1) Platinum

Japanese release: October 2008
English release: February 2009
Highlights:
- Introduced Pokémon SP (Special Pokémon, often owned by Team Galactic)
- First English set with Lost Zone mechanic
- Featured Shaymin LV.X and Giratina LV.X
- Set symbol: metallic “P”

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2) Rising Rivals

Japanese release: December 2008
English release: May 2009
Highlights:
- Expanded Pokémon SP, including Gym Leader Pokémon (e.g., Volkner’s Raichu)
- Notable LV.X cards: Infernape, Luxray, Flygon
- Set symbol: rising sun/starburst

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3) Supreme Victors

Japanese release: March 2009
English release: August 2009
Highlights:
- Focused on Cynthia’s and other Trainers’ Pokémon SP
- Featured Charizard G LV.X, Garchomp C LV.X
- Included Frontier Brain themes from Battle Frontier
- Set symbol: golden crown

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4) Arceus

Japanese release: July 2009
English release: November 2009
Highlights:
- Featured Arceus in multiple forms (different types)
- Introduced unique Arceus LV.X cards
- Expanded Lost Zone usage
- Set symbol: Arceus ring emblem

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Summary Timeline

2009 — Platinum, Rising Rivals, Supreme Victors, Arceus

The Platinum Series concluded the Generation IV LV.X era and transitioned into the HeartGold & SoulSilver Series, which embraced Johto nostalgia and new mechanics.