Temporal Forces Card List: Gastly, Raging Bolt ex and the Top Chase Cards
A spooky Gastly, Raging Bolt ex and the return of ACE SPEC cards. Here's the Temporal Forces card list and what's worth chasing.
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Ancient and Future Pokémon, ACE SPEC cards and one of the most loved Gastly cards ever printed. Temporal Forces is a set that collectors and players both remember fondly, so here’s a clear Temporal Forces card list guide covering what’s worth chasing.
We’ll go through the set basics, the top cards, our collecting tips and the products you can still find today.
The half booster box.
In this guide
Temporal Forces at a glance
Scarlet & Violet, Temporal Forces released in English on 22 March 2024. It focuses on Ancient and Future Pokémon, with Walking Wake ex and Iron Leaves ex on the Elite Trainer Boxes, and Raging Bolt ex and Iron Crown ex also featured. It’s built from two Japanese sets: Wild Force and Cyber Judge.
Set size: 218 cards, with 162 in the main set and 56 secret rares.
Featured Pokémon: Walking Wake ex, Iron Leaves ex, Raging Bolt ex and Iron Crown ex.
Japanese equivalents: Wild Force and Cyber Judge.
The Temporal Forces card list is a good size for a long-term project. The 162-card main set is achievable, and the 56 secret rares give collectors plenty to hunt.
The chase cards on the Temporal Forces card list
These are the cards collectors want most. We don’t list prices, as they change a lot, but the order gives you a sense of demand.
Gastly (177/162)
Yes, a Gastly is one of the top cards in the set. The Illustration Rare is wonderfully spooky and full of character, and it’s a great example of how a “small” Pokémon can steal the show.
Raging Bolt ex (208/162)
The Raging Bolt ex Special Illustration Rare is the biggest Pokémon ex chase, and Raging Bolt was a big deal in the competitive game too.
Gengar ex (193/162)
The Gengar ex Ultra Rare is popular with Ghost-type fans. Pair it with the Gastly and you’ve got a lovely little evolution line.
Sawsbuck (166/162)
The Sawsbuck Illustration Rare is a quiet favourite with art collectors, with a beautiful seasonal scene.
Gouging Fire ex, Iron Crown ex and Morty’s Conviction
Gouging Fire ex (204/162), Iron Crown ex (206/162) and the Trainer card Morty’s Conviction (211/162) round out the popular Special Illustration Rares.
How to collect the Temporal Forces card list
Main set first. 162 cards is a realistic goal from a booster box and some trading.
Collect a theme. The Ghost-type cards make a great mini collection, especially Gastly and Gengar ex.
Keep a checklist. Have the Temporal Forces card list on your phone while you open packs.
Buy chase cards as singles. It’s almost always cheaper than chasing them in packs.
Temporal Forces is now a couple of years old, so sealed products are getting harder to find. If you want to open it, it’s best not to leave it too long.
Which product should you buy?
Here’s what we’d look at today.
Japanese Cyber Judge
Korean Wild Force
Half booster box
Half booster box
The half booster box is a good way to open plenty of packs without committing to a full display.
We think so, especially if you enjoy Illustration Rares. The Temporal Forces card list is full of them. The set has a lovely mix of big ex cards and charming small Pokémon art, so you can build a great-looking binder on a sensible budget.
It’s also a set with real competitive history. ACE SPEC cards returned in Temporal Forces, and several cards became staples in the format. If you’re a player, there’s a lot here to enjoy.
If you’d like to compare it with the set that came after, our Twilight Masquerade card list guide covers the Kitakami set.
Who it suits
Ghost-type fans, players who remember the format, and collectors who love quirky Illustration Rares. It’s also great for anyone who enjoys the Paradox Pokémon from Scarlet and Violet.
Ancient vs Future Pokémon
Paradox Pokémon come in two flavours. Ancient Pokémon, like Walking Wake and Raging Bolt, are prehistoric versions of familiar Pokémon. Future Pokémon, like Iron Leaves and Iron Crown, are robotic versions. Temporal Forces leans into both, and the contrast between the two styles makes the Temporal Forces card list really fun to flick through.
Storing your collection
Keep your binders upright, out of direct sunlight, and put your best cards in top loaders. Illustration Rares have textured surfaces that can pick up marks, so handle them by the edges and sleeve them as soon as they come out of the pack.
A tip for trading
Because the set had so many playable cards, players at local leagues often want commons and uncommons you might overlook. Before you put your bulk in a box, ask around. You might be able to trade a pile of playables for the Gastly you’ve been chasing.
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are on the Temporal Forces card list?
There are 218 cards: 162 in the main set and 56 secret rares.
When did Temporal Forces come out?
It released in English on 22 March 2024.
What’s the best card in Temporal Forces?
The Gastly Illustration Rare (177/162) and the Raging Bolt ex Special Illustration Rare (208/162) are the two most wanted cards.
See the official set page on pokemon.com, or find more guides on the TCG blog.
