Pokémon Mega Evolution Chaos Rising set guide from Card Chase

Pokémon Mega Evolution Chaos Rising

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Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising released worldwide on May 22, 2026, as the fourth main set of the Mega Evolution series. It has 122 cards (86 main set plus 36 secret rares) led by Mega Greninja ex and Mega Floette ex, with Mega Pyroar ex, Mega Gallade ex and Mega Dragalge ex also in the set. It comes in booster packs, Booster Bundles, Elite Trainer Boxes, Build & Battle Boxes and booster displays. The top chase is the Mega Hyper Rare Mega Greninja ex.

May 22, 2026Release date
122Cards (86 + 36 secret)
5Mega Evolution ex
6Special Illustration Rares
ME04Set code

Every Chaos Rising Product, Compared

ProductPacksExtrasBest for
Booster Display36NoneCollectors opening in bulk and stores
Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box11Stamped and standard Fennekin promos, accessoriesCollectors who want the stamped promo
Elite Trainer Box9Full-art Fennekin promo, 65 sleeves, energy, dice, coin, guideGifts and new players
Booster Bundle6NoneOpening packs without extras
Build & Battle Box440-card prerelease deck, 1 of 4 promosLearning to play
3-Pack Blister3Varies by blisterA quick, cheap rip
Sleeved Booster Pack1NoneSingle packs
Suggested prices vary by retailer, so check your local shop’s price.

Card Chase Math: Which Product Gives You the Most Packs?

Booster packs per product

More is better.

Display
36
PC ETB
11
ETB
9
Bundle
6
Build & Battle
4
Blister
3
What the math says: The Booster Bundle is usually the cheapest way to buy Chaos Rising packs, because you aren’t paying for sleeves and dice. The Elite Trainer Box costs more per pack but adds a full-art promo and everything a new player needs, which makes it the better gift. The Build & Battle Box is the best way to learn the game with a ready-made deck.

Chaos Rising Rarities

These are the card rarities in Chaos Rising, from most common to rarest. All Rares and below also come in Reverse Holofoil versions.

Pokémon ex5 cardsDouble Rare
Mega Evolution Pokémon ex5 cardsDouble Rare
Illustration Rare11 cardsSecret
Ultra Rare18 cardsSecret
Special Illustration Rare6 cardsSecret
Mega Hyper Rare1 cardTop chase

Top Chases in Chaos Rising

Mega Hyper Rare Mega Greninja ex

Card 122/086, the rarest card in the set.

Special Illustration Rare Mega Greninja ex

Card 116/086, an alternate-art version of the set’s headliner.

Special Illustration Rare Cinccino ex

Card 119/086, one of the most popular cards in the set.

Special Illustration Rare Mega Dragalge ex

Card 118/086.

Special Illustration Rare Mega Floette ex

An alternate-art version of the set’s other featured Mega.

Supporter Special Illustration Rares

AZ’s Tranquility and Roxie’s Performance.

Mega Evolution Pokémon in Chaos Rising

Mega Greninja ex Headliner Mega Floette ex Featured Mega Pyroar ex Mega Gallade ex Mega Dragalge ex

Other Pokémon ex in the set include Krookodile ex and Cinccino ex.

Chaos Rising for Players

Most Chaos Rising cards carry the J regulation mark, with a few, like Krookodile ex and Adversity Policy, marked I. The Build & Battle Box includes a 40-card prerelease deck and four packs, the easiest way to start playing with the set.

Is Chaos Rising Good for Kids?

Great for kids

Booster Bundle

Six packs to rip with no extras to lose.

Great for kids

Elite Trainer Box

Packs, a full-art promo and everything needed to play. A great gift.

Great for kids

Build & Battle Box

A ready-made deck that’s perfect for learning the game.

Maybe

Booster Display

36 packs is a lot of fun, but it’s a big spend.

Get Chaos Rising on the Card Chase Truck

Rip it with us

We carry the Pokémon Chaos Rising Booster Bundle on the truck. Find us at card shows, community events and food truck festivals around Cincinnati, Dayton and Columbus.

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Pokémon Chaos Rising FAQ

When did Pokémon Chaos Rising come out?

Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising released worldwide on May 22, 2026. Prerelease events ran May 9 to 17.

How many cards are in Chaos Rising?

122 cards: 86 in the main set and 36 secret rares.

What is the best card in Chaos Rising?

The top chases are the Mega Hyper Rare Mega Greninja ex (122/086) and the Special Illustration Rares of Mega Greninja ex and Cinccino ex.

What is in a Chaos Rising Booster Bundle?

Six Chaos Rising booster packs. It’s the simplest way to buy packs without extras.

What is in a Chaos Rising Elite Trainer Box?

9 booster packs, a full-art Fennekin promo, 65 Mega Greninja ex card sleeves, Energy cards, damage-counter dice, a coin-flip die, condition markers, a storage box and a player’s guide. The Pokémon Center version has 11 packs and an extra stamped Fennekin promo.

Where can I buy Chaos Rising near Cincinnati?

The Card Chase truck carries Pokémon Chaos Rising Booster Bundles at events across Cincinnati, Dayton and Columbus. Check our events calendar for the next stop.

Last updated October 20, 2026. Set and product details come from The Pokémon Company’s announced product information.

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