🔥 Leaked Secret Rares
Fan photos circulating on social media have leaked a further batch of Storm Emeralda secret rares, beyond the two Art Rares officially confirmed on 26 July 2026. The set’s flagship Mega Rayquaza ex Special Art Rare leads the group below. — see the full gallery for the complete list alongside the confirmed 76-card set.
Set Overview
🐉 Update — 18 June 2026
The Pokémon Company has revealed the “Mega Rayquaza Soaring Through the Sky” campaign, confirming Mega Rayquaza’s debut in both the Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon TCG Pocket. The announcement names two consecutive expansion packs:
- Sky Sovereign — Pokémon TCG Pocket — 30 July 2026 (Thu)
- Storm Emeralda — Pokémon TCG — 31 July 2026 (Fri)
Storm Emeralda is now officially announced on the official Mega Rayquaza campaign site. Full card lists and product details are still to be confirmed — this page will be updated as official reveals are made.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | July 31, 2026 |
| Total Cards | 76 (main set) |
| Set Type | Japanese Booster Expansion |
| Featured Pokémon | Mega Rayquaza ex (Set Mascot) |
| Card Rarities | C • U • R • RR • AR • SR • SAR • UR |
| Key Features | Mega Rayquaza ex returns to the TCG for the first time in the modern era |
| Prerelease | TBC — Japanese booster expansion |
⛈️ All 76 Cards Revealed
Storm Emeralda releases July 31, 2026 as the sixth set in the Japanese Mega Evolution series. Its full 76-card main set was revealed on 23 July 2026, and every card is shown in the Revealed Cards gallery below.
Follow @Bills_Archive for updates as new cards are revealed.
English Release
Storm Emeralda's English equivalent has been revealed as Delta Reign, part of the English Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution series, releasing November 6, 2026.
The current English Mega Evolution release is Pitch Black (July 17, 2026), the English adaptation of Abyss Eye. See the full Pitch Black card list and set guide for all 120 cards.
Revealed Cards
All 76 main-set cards were revealed on 23 July 2026. The set is led by its mascot Mega Rayquaza ex and contains four Mega Evolution ex cards in total: Mega Rayquaza ex, Mega Golisopod ex, Mega Malamar ex, and Mega Golurk ex. It also introduces three split “Legendary” Stadium cards: Legendary Ocean Trench, Legendary Summit, and Legendary Lava Lake. Each is printed across two numbered halves that must be played together as a single Stadium, echoing the LEGEND cards of the HeartGold & SoulSilver era. The four Forces of Nature (Tornadus, Thundurus, Landorus, and Enamorus) share the same Incarnate Union Ability. Mega Gallade ex, a connected tournament promo, is shown at the end of the gallery.
Secret Rares
Storm Emeralda’s secret rare section runs from 077 to 113 and sits beyond the numbered 76-card main set. It holds the Art Rares, the full-art ex cards and Trainers, three special Energy, and the Special Art Rares that close the set. The cards below are the ones revealed so far The first two — Growlithe (078/076) and Groudon (084/076) — were revealed on 26 July 2026 in the pre-release pack opening video on the official Pokémon Card Channel; the rest surfaced through fan photos shortly after. For what these cards are worth on the Japanese market, see the 10 most valuable cards in Storm Emeralda.
The secret rares revealed so far are shown above. The rest will be added here as they surface.
Previous M Rayquaza-EX Cards
Mega Rayquaza has appeared across four unique English artworks — all in the XY era, spanning Roaring Skies and Ancient Origins.
Connected Cards
Over the years the Pokémon TCG has introduced a handful of "connected card" mechanics — Pokémon that are split across, or built from, more than one card. Mega Rayquaza has lived through several of these eras, so here's a quick guide to how they work.
LEGEND
A Pokémon LEGEND is split across two cards — a top half and a bottom half. You must have both halves in play at the same time to use it. Introduced in the HeartGold & SoulSilver era (2010).
V-UNION
A V-UNION Pokémon is made of four separate cards. You assemble all four from your discard pile onto your Bench to put the complete Pokémon into play. Introduced in the Sword & Shield era.
Split Stadium
A split Stadium is spread across two cards that share one artwork. Neither card can be played alone — you combine both from your hand and play them as a single Stadium. Introduced in Storm Emeralda with Legendary Summit and Legendary Trench.
Expected Products
The Storm Emeralda booster pack artwork has been revealed. The full product lineup is still being confirmed — as a Japanese expansion, the following products are typical:
| Product | Expected Contents |
|---|---|
| Booster Box | 30 booster packs (5 cards each) • Standard Japanese booster box |
| Booster Packs | 5 cards per pack • Available individually or in box |
Product lineup is speculative based on typical Japanese expansion releases. This section will be updated when officially announced.
Where to Buy
🇯🇵 Japan
Available at Pokémon Centers across Japan and major retailers.
International collectors can find Storm Emeralda through import retailers and specialised Japanese card shops. Check import fees and shipping times when ordering internationally.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Pokémon TCG Storm Emeralda release?
Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Storm Emeralda is the Japanese expansion releasing on July 31, 2026 (Fri). Its English equivalent, Delta Reign, releases November 6, 2026.
What Pokémon are in Storm Emeralda?
Storm Emeralda is confirmed to feature Mega Rayquaza ex as the set mascot, alongside other Mega Evolution Pokémon ex from the Pokémon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension DLC era.
Is there an English version of Storm Emeralda?
Yes — Storm Emeralda's English equivalent is Delta Reign, part of the English Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution series, releasing November 6, 2026.
How many cards are in Storm Emeralda?
The full card count for Storm Emeralda has not yet been officially confirmed. This page will be updated with the complete card list once officially revealed ahead of the July 31, 2026 release.
Is Sky Sovereign the same set as Storm Emeralda?
No. Storm Emeralda is the physical Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion (July 31, 2026), while Sky Sovereign is the Pokémon TCG Pocket expansion (July 30, 2026). Both are part of the Mega Rayquaza campaign.
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