Pokémon TCG API MCP Server: Install & Setup

Install Pokémon TCG API in Claude Code

Claude Code

claude mcp add pok-mon-tcg-api -e PTCG_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @pokemontcgapi/mcp

mcp.json (Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf)

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "pok-mon-tcg-api": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "@pokemontcgapi/mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "PTCG_API_KEY": "..."
      }
    }
  }
}

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Pokémon TCG API MCP server do?

English, Japanese and Chinese Pokémon cards: search, sets, illustrators, prices, photo lookup.

Is the Pokémon TCG API MCP server free?

The server is free, but you will likely need an account. The server itself is free, but it connects to a service that needs an account or API key, which may have paid tiers. Check the provider for current pricing.

Does Pokémon TCG API run locally or remotely?

Local. Runs on your machine (stdio). You install it with npx, uvx, Docker or from source.

How do I add Pokémon TCG API to Claude Code?

Run: claude mcp add pok-mon-tcg-api -e PTCG_API_KEY=... -- npx -y @pokemontcgapi/mcp

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