Costco’s Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes Deal Explained

Costco’s Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes deal explained

Finding Pokémon TCG: Ascended Heroes at retail has become difficult, while resale prices have climbed sharply. Costco may offer collectors a rare chance to buy Elite Trainer Boxes at a much lower price during the week of 14 September 2026.

Reports from Costco employees and stock-tracking communities indicate that shipments are reaching the membership warehouse chain. Photographs show the ETB priced at $42, compared with a reported resale price of about $160. Costco is expected to limit purchases to two boxes per membership, meaning two ETBs could cost less than one box on the secondary market. Photographs show the highly coveted box selling for a mere $42 at Costco.

Do you need a Costco membership?

Yes. Shoppers need a Costco membership to enter the store and purchase the cards.

When will Costco stores receive Ascended Heroes?

There is no single national release day. Internal tracking information indicates that the allotments were in transit during the weekend before 14 September. Deliveries are being distributed across the country, so each warehouse may receive and display its stock at a different time.

Even after a shipment arrives, staff still need to put the product on sale. Boxes are expected to appear in stores during that week, but the exact day will vary between locations. Internal tracking discussions suggest the stock is already moving.

How many ETBs is each store expected to receive?

Each participating location is expected to receive 360 Elite Trainer Boxes. With a two-box membership limit, that would allow roughly 180 shoppers to purchase two boxes each. Demand is likely to be intense, and social media videos already show collectors forming queues despite not knowing whether their local store has stock.

Which Costco locations are included?

The known shipment list contains 111 Costco warehouses. The largest regional allocations are on the West Coast, with 35 stores, and in the Southwest, with 33. The Midwest may still receive stock, but shoppers should contact their local warehouse before making a trip. Check the published Costco location list here.

How can you check whether your store has stock?

Collectors have two practical options:

1. Monitor regional Facebook or Discord restock groups. These communities often share sightings from local warehouses, although reports can arrive late or wait for moderator approval.
2. Call the store when it opens. Ask staff about item number 2022324. Calling is also useful if your warehouse does not appear on the known shipment list.

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