Pokémon and Santa Cruz Announce 30th Anniversary Blind-Bag Skateboard Collection

The collaborative drop features 30 random TCG card decks alongside apparel and grip tape.

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Pokémon and Santa Cruz have unveiled a blind-bag skateboard deck collection to celebrate Pokémon's 30th anniversary

The release features 30 distinct deck designs inspired by iconic Pokémon Trading Card Game art and energy types

Each blind bag includes a limited-edition Player's Guide booklet showcasing 30 deck designs and 3 rare variations

Pokémon and Santa Cruz have officially announced a 30th Anniversary Blind-Bag Skateboard Collection. Arriving in celebration of three decades of the iconic franchise, the collaboration introduces a series of random mystery decks inspired by classic Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) history.

The blind-bag collection centers on 30 distinct skateboard deck designs, each incorporating original artwork from memorable Pokémon TCG cards spanning the past 30 years. Reimagined through Santa Cruz’s skate heritage, the custom deck graphics emphasize core gameplay elements such as elemental energy types and character themes. Beyond the main deck lineup, the capsule also includes accompanying apparel and custom grip tape.

Each randomly packaged skateboard deck arrives sealed alongside a limited-edition Pokémon Player’s Guide booklet. The collectible guide details all 30 standard deck designs in the series while highlighting three rare chase variations hidden within the blind bags.

The Pokémon x Santa Cruz 30th Anniversary Skateboard Collection drops on October 17, 2026.

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