Pokémon TCG Pocket: Sea and Sky Update Launches With Bug

• The Pokémon TCG Pocket expansion Wisdom of Sea and Sky is now available
• It brings new Pokémon from the Johto region, including legendaries like Lugia and Ho-Oh
• Due to a card art issue, certain versions of these two Pokémon currently display placeholder images

The Johto region holds a special place for Pokémon fans, having debuted in Gold and Silver as the entry point for many lifelong players. Now, the latest TCG Pocket expansion, Wisdom of Sea and Sky, lets you dive into a fresh set featuring beloved Pokémon from this iconic region.

Standout additions include fan-favorite starters like Chikorita, Cyndaquil, and Totodile. But watch out—legendary Pokémon such as Lugia and Ho-Oh also make an appearance. This expansion also introduces the first Pokémon cards that don’t require energy to attack, opening up exciting new strategic possibilities for deck building.

However, the Johto rollout hasn’t been entirely smooth. Behind the scenes, a hiccup has left some fans disappointed—specifically, a plagiarism controversy.

A Setback for Johto

That might sound a bit dramatic, but according to the official Pokémon TCG Pocket Twitter account, an issue emerged with the immersive artwork versions of Ho-Oh EX (3-Star) and Lugia EX (3-Star). As a result, these cards have been temporarily replaced with placeholder images.

This appears less like direct copying and more like unintentional use of fan art as reference material. While still concerning, it’s not as severe as outright plagiarism. Even so, it’s a notable stumble for a highly anticipated expansion, and players are hoping for a prompt resolution.

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