Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising releases next Friday, May 22, 2026, bringing over 120 cards to the Mega Evolution era with Mega Greninja ex as its set mascot. Susumu Maeya's connected trio — Froakie, Frogadier, and Mega Greninja ex — forms a horizontal panorama across three cards, ending in a sunset-drenched sky. Chaos Rising draws its card pool from the Japanese Ninja Spinner set and is being run at Prerelease events worldwide ahead of its full launch.
Set Overview
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | May 22, 2026 |
| Total Cards | 122 |
| Set Type | Main Expansion |
| Featured Pokémon | Mega Greninja ex (Expected Set Mascot) |
| Card Rarities |
Mega Greninja ex confirmed • Additional Mega Evolutions expected Illustration Rares • Ultra Rares • Special Illustration Rares |
| Key Features | First TCG appearance of Mega Greninja expected |
| Theme | Pokémon Legends: Z-A • Ninja stealth & speed • Chaos and disruption |
| Prerelease | TBC |
Japanese Source Sets
Chaos Rising draws primarily from the following Japanese expansion. The English set typically inherits the bulk of its card list from its Japanese counterpart, with some additional cards added or redistributed.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Japanese Name | ニンジャスピナー (Ninja Supinā) |
| Release Date | March 13, 2026 |
Card Gallery
The complete Chaos Rising card list. All 122 cards confirmed at release. Sources include the official Pokémon website. Last updated: 26 May 2026.
A Connected Masterpiece: Froakie, Frogadier & Mega Greninja ex
Susumu Maeya illustrates all three cards in Greninja's evolutionary line as a horizontal panorama: Froakie underwater, Frogadier breaking the surface, and Mega Greninja ex above on its shuriken. The background washes from blue through pink to orange, ending in a sunset sky — with a silhouette of regular Greninja just visible in the glow below. Lined up side by side, it's one of the strongest connected artworks the Mega Evolution era has produced so far.
Froakie IR #088
Frogadier IR #089
Mega Greninja ex SIR #116
Full Art Cards — Ultra Rare, SIR & HR (107–122)
Expected Products
| Image | Product | Contents |
|---|---|---|
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Booster Box | 36 booster packs • 10 cards per pack |
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Elite Trainer Box | 9 booster packs • Promo card • 65 card sleeves • 45 Energy cards • Damage counters & dice |
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Pokémon Center ETB | 11 booster packs • Exclusive promo variant • 65 card sleeves • 45 Energy cards • Damage counters & dice |
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Build & Battle Box | 40-card ready-to-play deck • 4 booster packs • 1 of 4 foil promo cards |
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3-Pack Blister | 3 booster packs • Promo card |
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Booster Bundle | 6 booster packs |
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Premium Checklane Blister | Promo card • 1 booster pack • Accessories |
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Checklane Blister | 1 booster pack • Promo card |
Build & Battle Box
The Chaos Rising Build & Battle Box will be available at select Play! Pokémon Stores from May 9, 2026 — ahead of the set's official release — as part of Prerelease events. Each box contains four booster packs and a 40-card ready-to-play deck, plus one of four exclusive foil promo cards: Delphox, Ampharos, Crobat, or Goodra.
Delphox
Ampharos
Crobat
Goodra
Retailer Gift-with-Purchase Promos
Alongside the set's launch, three exclusive promo cards — featuring Ho-Oh, Keldeo, and Delphox — will be available as gifts with purchase at participating retailers. From May 22, 2026, spend $15 or more on Pokémon TCG products at the stores listed below to receive one of these cards while supplies last. The Keldeo and Delphox cards will carry the Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising logo, while the Ho-Oh card will be branded with the issuing retailer's logo.
Ho-OhGameStop (US), EB Games (CA/AU)
KeldeoHot Topic, Barnes & Noble, BoxLunch (US)
DelphoxBest Buy (US), Mr Toys / Toymate (AU), JB Hi-Fi (NZ)
Where to Buy
Chaos Rising is out now — released 22 May 2026. Products are available at major retailers worldwide. Stock on launch products such as the Elite Trainer Box and Booster Box may vary by retailer.
🇺🇸 United States
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Pre-order availability varies by retailer and may sell out close to release. This page will be updated with launch-day stock notes as they emerge.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Pokémon TCG Chaos Rising release?
Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising releases worldwide on Friday, 22 May 2026, with Prerelease events running the weekend before.
What is the featured Pokémon in Chaos Rising?
Mega Greninja ex is the set mascot, appearing as part of Susumu Maeya's three-card connected artwork panorama alongside Froakie and Frogadier.
How many cards are in Chaos Rising?
Chaos Rising contains 122 cards in its base set. The English set takes Ninja Spinner's contents, adds three promos (Mega Gallade ex, Krookodile ex and Adversity Policy), and moves Fennekin's Illustration Rare out of packs to become the ETB promo instead.
Where can I buy Chaos Rising in the UK?
Chaos Rising is out now. Pokémon Center UK, Smyths Toys, GAME, and Argos all stock the set. Stock availability on individual products varies by retailer.
Is Chaos Rising the English version of a Japanese set?
Yes. Chaos Rising is the English counterpart to Japan's Ninja Spinner (the fourth Japanese Mega Evolution set, released 13 March 2026), with three extra promo additions and one rarity-swap cut. The next English set, Pitch Black, will draw from Japan's Abyss Eye.