Pokémon Card Illustration Figure Collection (2026): Waterside, Eevee & Friends, and Every Volume
By Dexhaul Team · October 15, 2026 · 6 min read
The Pokémon Card Illustration Figure Collection takes card artwork and turns it into a three-dimensional display piece. Each set includes a sculpted Pokémon figure, a display-frame stand, and the matching holographic card, all paired together so the figure and its source illustration sit side by side.
The latest Japanese entry is the Waterside Pokémon volume, announced in October 2026 and now available from independent shops. For collectors who want to start with the Chinese-market equivalent, the Dream Painting (绘梦点睛) blind-box series covers six themes, with prices running from $21.99 to $39.99 USD. Both lines are officially licensed by The Pokémon Company.
The best entry point depends on your budget and which Pokémon theme matters to you. Start with the Dream Painting Water Ecology or Eevee & Friends releases if you want a blind-box pull, or go straight to the Japanese Waterside set for a non-random display piece.
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Every Volume in the Card Illustration Figure Line
The table below covers all currently available releases across both the Japanese Card Illustration Figure Collection and the Chinese Dream Painting series. Prices are storefront prices observed on independent shops on October 15, 2026. Official MSRPs have not been published for all volumes by The Pokémon Company; where the MSRP is unconfirmed, the observed price is listed instead.
| Volume | Market | Figures in set | Box includes | Observed price (Oct 2026) | In stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterside Pokémon | Japan | Water-type TCG scene figures | 1 figure, display-frame stand, matching card | $57.00 USD | Yes |
| Dream Painting: Water Ecology (Vol. 2) | China (Simplified Chinese) | 12 water-type designs + 1 secret (Wailord) | 1 random figure, holo card, 2 Brilliant Illusions packs | $21.99–$29.99 USD | Yes |
| Dream Painting: Eevee & Friends | China (Simplified Chinese) | 9 common + 1 rare figure type | 1 random figure, foil card, 1 Terastal Gathering pack | $24.99–$33.00 USD | Yes |
| Dream Painting: Eevee & Friends Vol. 3 | China (Simplified Chinese) | Undisclosed count | 1 random figure, card, display stand | $39.99 USD | Yes |
| Dream Painting: 30th Celebration Pikachu | China (Simplified Chinese) | 12 Pikachu designs + 1 secret chase | 1 random figure, holo card, 1 30th Celebration pack | $27.99–$37.00 USD | Yes |
| Dream Painting: Collection 151 | China (Simplified Chinese) | Pokémon from the Pokémon Card 151 set | 1 random figure, holo card, 2 Journey Slim packs (5 cards each) | $29.00–$34.99 USD | Yes |
Where to Start With the Figure Collection Line
Three volumes stand out depending on what you are collecting for. Here is what each does well.
Best budget pick: Dream Painting Water Ecology
At $21.99 USD, the Dream Painting Aquatic blind box is the lowest entry point in the line. It covers water-type Pokémon themes and includes 12 regular designs plus a hidden Wailord figure as the secret chase. Every box also comes with two Brilliant Illusions booster packs.
Most popular pick: Dream Painting 30th Celebration Pikachu
The 30th Celebration Pikachu volume consistently earns the highest buyer ratings in the line, sitting at 4.9 out of 5 across multiple shops. It ties directly into the Pokémon 30th Anniversary celebrations, with 12 Pikachu figure designs drawn from the Simplified Chinese 30th Celebration card set plus one secret chase variant. The included holo card matches the pulled figure exactly, which is the key appeal: you always know which card pairs with your figure.
Observed prices run from $27.99 to $37.00 USD across shops, observed on October 15, 2026.
The Japanese original: Waterside Pokémon
The Japan-market Card Illustration Figure Collection Waterside Pokémon set is the most direct translation of the concept. It is not a blind box: the set includes a specific figure inspired by Pokémon TCG card artwork alongside its display-frame stand and matching card. At $57.00 USD, it carries a premium over the Chinese line, but the packaging and presentation target the Japanese collector market.
Telling the Japanese and Chinese Versions Apart
The Japanese Card Illustration Figure Collection and the Chinese Dream Painting series share the same core concept but are distinct regional products. Here is how to tell them apart when buying.
Language and packaging
Japanese versions display Japanese text on the box and include cards from the Japanese TCG print run. Chinese Dream Painting releases use Simplified Chinese text, and every box includes booster packs from the Chinese TCG market specifically: Brilliant Illusions, Terastal Gathering, or the Chinese 30th Celebration set, depending on the volume. You are not simply getting the same figure in a different language box.
Blind box vs fixed set
The Japanese Waterside set is a fixed product: you know which figure you are getting. The Dream Painting line is a blind-box format, meaning the figure you pull is random from the volume's lineup. For collectors aiming for a specific Pokémon, confirmed-character versions of some Dream Painting volumes are sold separately at a premium by individual shops.
Spotting unofficial copies
Both lines use sharp, consistent sculpts with clear paint lines. Signs of an unofficial copy include blurry or off-color card printing and packaging where the Pokémon logo is noticeably off-center or low resolution. The card in legitimate sets matches the figure exactly, with the correct set code and rarity symbol.
The how to spot fake Pokémon products guide covers verification steps that apply here too.
Display and Storage
Every release in this line ships with a display stand that holds the card behind the figure. That is the defining feature: unlike a MonColle figure or a Banpresto prize figure, the Card Illustration Figure Collection is designed as a paired display, with the 2D artwork and its 3D interpretation shown together.
Keep the display away from direct sunlight to preserve the card condition and prevent figure color fade. The stands suit a shelf or desk, not display cases, without modification. The Collection 151 volume pairs well with a card binder: the two Journey Slim packs per box add up quickly across multiple pulls.
Pokémon TCG Dream Painting Collection 151 Figure Set Blind Box (Simplified Chinese)
$29.00 USD
A Gift That Works for Card Collectors and Figure Fans
These sets sit at the intersection of two collecting hobbies, which makes them easier to gift than a loose booster pack or a standalone figure. A TCG collector recognizes the card art; a figure collector gets a complete display piece, not a loose accessory.
For the holiday season, the 30th Celebration Pikachu at $27.99 is the safest pick. The Water Ecology volume at $21.99 works as a stocking filler. More picks at the Pokémon 2026 holiday gift guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is inside a Pokémon Card Illustration Figure Collection box?
Each box includes one sculpted Pokémon figure, a display-frame stand, and the matching holographic card. Chinese Dream Painting volumes also include one or two booster packs from the corresponding Chinese TCG set: Brilliant Illusions, Terastal Gathering, Journey Slim, or the 30th Celebration set depending on the volume.
Is the Waterside Pokémon set a blind box?
The Japanese Waterside set is not a random pull. The Chinese Dream Painting volumes are random pulls from 12 or 13 designs; the Japanese product ships as a specific figure and card combination.
Are these official Pokémon products?
Yes. Both the Japanese Card Illustration Figure Collection and the Chinese Dream Painting series are official products from The Pokémon Company, licensed for their respective regional markets.
Which Dream Painting volume has the most figures?
The 30th Celebration Pikachu and the Water Ecology volumes both have 12 regular designs plus one secret chase, giving 13 possible pulls each. Eevee & Friends offers 9 common types plus 1 rare figure type.
Do I need to play the TCG to enjoy these sets?
No. The card in each box is a display piece paired with its matching figure, aimed at collectors who appreciate the artwork rather than players building competitive decks.
Browse the full range of Pokémon figures from independent shops at dexhaul.com/collections/plush-toys/figures, where the Card Illustration Figure Collection volumes sit alongside Funko Pop, MonColle, and other officially licensed figure lines. DexHaul is independent and unofficial, and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The Pokémon Company.
Catch 'em all
More Pokémon Card Illustration Figure Collection and Dream Painting picks from independent shops.