Pokemon booster box additions have significantly shaped the Pokémon TCG, starting with the Base Set in 1999, which introduced iconic Pokémon and core mechanics. The Neo Genesis set brought Generation II and shiny Pokémon, while the EX Series added powerful cards like EX Pokémon. The Black & White series introduced Pokémon-EX and full-art cards. Lastly, the Sword & Shield era introduced V and VMAX cards, changing competitive play dynamics.
