Pokémon TCG's 30th anniversary "Future" rare cards look better in person than in trailers
The article discusses Pokémon Trading Card Game's 30th anniversary "Journey Together" set, focusing on the "Future" rare cards featuring Mega Sableye & Tyranitar and Mega Gallade & Weavile. Initial trailer footage made the cards look "ugly" with poor holofoil rendering, but in-person reveals show they have impressive iridescent textures and special foil treatments that weren't visible in the promotional videos. The article explains the technical details of the card designs and the community's reaction to the visual discrepancy.
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The Future rare cards have special holofoil and textures that TPC didn't do justice in trailers
The cards feature Mega Sableye & Tyranitar and Mega Gallade & Weavile with iridescent textures
Initial trailer footage made the cards look 'ugly' with poor holofoil rendering
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