The Chaos Rising card list contains 122 numbered Pokémon cards, beginning with Weedle 001/086 and ending with Mega Greninja ex 122/086. The expansion combines an 86-card main set with 36 higher-numbered cards, including 11 Illustration Rares, 18 Ultra Rares, six Special Illustration Rares and one Mega Hyper Rare.
Released internationally on May 22, 2026, Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising is the fourth English expansion in the Mega Evolution series. Mega Greninja ex leads the set alongside Mega Floette ex, Mega Pyroar ex, Mega Dragalge ex, and Mega Gallade ex.
This complete Chaos Rising card list guide covers every card from 001/086 through 122/086. It also identifies the leading chase cards, explains observed pull rates, and clarifies the differences between a numbered set, a master set, and an expanded promotional collection.
Chaos Rising Card List: Quick Answer
The official numbered Chaos Rising card list contains:
- 86 main-set cards
- 11 Illustration Rares
- 18 Ultra Rares
- 6 Special Illustration Rares
- 1 Mega Hyper Rare
- 122 unique numbered cards in total
Mega Greninja ex appears in four numbered versions:
| Card number | Rarity |
| 022/086 | Double Rare |
| 100/086 | Ultra Rare |
| 116/086 | Special Illustration Rare |
| 122/086 | Mega Hyper Rare |
Collectors commonly describe a pack-pullable master set as containing 198 physical cards: 86 standard cards, 76 reverse-holo variants and 36 cards numbered above 086.
However, “master set” is a collector-created term rather than an official Pokémon definition. Master-set totals may therefore differ depending on whether a collector includes reverse holos, product promos, prerelease cards, and retailer-stamped variants.
Key Takeaways
- The Chaos Rising card list was released internationally on May 22, 2026.
- The main-set denominator is 086, but the complete numbered checklist extends to 122.
- The expansion contains 10 Double Rare Pokémon ex.
- Five of those cards feature Mega Evolution Pokémon ex.
- Mega Greninja ex 122/086 is the only Mega Hyper Rare.
- Mega Greninja ex 116/086 was the most valuable ungraded card in the July 17, 2026 market snapshot used for this guide.
- Observed pull-rate data places a Special Illustration Rare at approximately one in 83 packs.
- No specific SIR, Mega Hyper Rare or Mega Greninja ex is guaranteed in a booster box.
- Buying singles is generally more economical when targeting one premium card.
- Promotional and stamped cards are associated with Chaos Rising but are not included in the official 122-card total.
How This Chaos Rising Card List Was Researched
Card names, collector numbers, and rarity categories were checked against The Pokémon Company’s official checklist and card gallery. Product and release information was verified through official Pokémon materials.
Pull-rate figures come from TCGplayer’s analysis of more than 8,500 booster packs. The chase-card price table uses a TCG Collector market snapshot checked on July 17, 2026.
Promotional cards and differences between the English and Japanese releases were cross-checked against established Pokémon TCG reporting. Market prices, card availability, promotional distribution, and tournament legality can change, so time-sensitive information should be checked periodically.
Chaos Rising Set Overview
The following table provides a quick overview of the expansion before the complete Chaos Rising card list begins.
| Set detail | Information |
| Full name | Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising |
| Expansion abbreviation | CRI |
| International release date | May 22, 2026 |
| Main-set cards | 86 |
| Cards numbered above 086 | 36 |
| Total numbered cards | 122 |
| Illustration Rares | 11 |
| Ultra Rares | 18 |
| Special Illustration Rares | 6 |
| Mega Hyper Rares | 1 |
| Double Rare Pokémon ex | 10 |
| Mega Evolution Pokémon ex | 5 |
| Flagship Pokémon | Mega Greninja ex |
| Standard booster display | 36 packs |
| Standard booster contents | Perfect Order Card game, one Basic Energy and one code card |
The official expansion materials describe Chaos Rising as containing more than 120 cards, while the final checklist confirms an exact numbered total of 122.
Why Does Chaos Rising Say 086 When It Has 122 Cards?
The number after the slash represents the size of the standard main set, not the final number of collectible cards.
Cards 001/086 through 086/086 form the regular numbered set. Cards 087/086 through 122/086 are premium cards placed beyond the main-set denominator.
For example:
- Chespin 005/086 is a Common.
- Chespin 087/086 is an Illustration Rare.
- Mega Greninja ex 100/086 is an Ultra Rare.
- Mega Greninja ex 116/086 is a Special Illustration Rare.
- Mega Greninja ex 122/086 is a Mega Hyper Rare.
Collectors often refer to cards numbered above 086 as secret rares. However, the official rarity names used in the Chaos Rising card list are Illustration Rare, Ultra Rare, Special Illustration Rare, and Mega Hyper Rare.
Download the Official Chaos Rising Card List
The Pokémon Company provides an official printable checklist covering every numbered card from Weedle 001/086 through Mega Greninja ex 122/086.
The official Chaos Rising card list can help collectors:
- Confirm card names and collector numbers
- Check official rarity categories
- Mark cards already collected
- Arrange a binder numerically
- Distinguish alternate versions
- Avoid duplicate purchases
- Verify inaccurate marketplace listings
- Track progress toward a complete numbered set
Use the official checklist as the primary reference when a seller or third-party database displays conflicting information.
How to Identify a Chaos Rising Card
A card name alone may not identify the exact version. Mega Greninja ex, for example, appears four times at different rarity levels.
Check the following information near the bottom of the card:
| Card detail | What it identifies |
| Collector number | The card’s exact checklist position |
| Number after the slash | The standard main-set denominator |
| Rarity symbol | The official rarity category |
| Expansion abbreviation or symbol | Confirms that the card belongs to Chaos Rising |
| Regulation mark | Helps determine tournament legality |
| Illustrator credit | Names the card’s credited artist |
CRI is the expansion abbreviation commonly used by collector databases. The full collector number is especially important when purchasing cards that have several different versions.
Chaos Rising Rarities Explained
| Rarity | General description |
| Common | Frequently appearing main-set card |
| Uncommon | Less frequent main-set card |
| Rare | Standard Rare or Holo Rare card |
| Double Rare | Regular Pokémon ex treatment |
| Illustration Rare | Artwork-focused higher-numbered Pokémon |
| Ultra Rare | Full-art Pokémon ex or Trainer |
| Special Illustration Rare | Premium illustrated Pokémon ex or Supporter |
| Mega Hyper Rare | Highest rarity used in Chaos Rising |
Complete Chaos Rising Card List
The following tables present the complete official English Chaos Rising card list in collector-number order.
Chaos Rising Cards 001–030
| Number | Card | Rarity |
| 001/086 | Weedle | Common |
| 002/086 | Kakuna | Common |
| 003/086 | Beedrill ex | Double Rare |
| 004/086 | Carnivine | Common |
| 005/086 | Chespin | Common |
| 006/086 | Quilladin | Common |
| 007/086 | Chesnaught | Rare |
| 008/086 | Vulpix | Common |
| 009/086 | Ninetales | Uncommon |
| 010/086 | Ho-Oh | Rare |
| 011/086 | Fennekin | Common |
| 012/086 | Braixen | Common |
| 013/086 | Delphox | Rare |
| 014/086 | Litleo | Common |
| 015/086 | Mega Pyroar ex | Double Rare |
| 016/086 | Remoraid | Common |
| 017/086 | Octillery | Common |
| 018/086 | Delibird | Uncommon |
| 019/086 | Keldeo | Rare |
| 020/086 | Froakie | Common |
| 021/086 | Frogadier | Common |
| 022/086 | Mega Greninja ex | Double Rare |
| 023/086 | Bergmite | Common |
| 024/086 | Avalugg | Uncommon |
| 025/086 | Wimpod | Common |
| 026/086 | Golisopod | Uncommon |
| 027/086 | Mareep | Common |
| 028/086 | Flaaffy | Common |
| 029/086 | Ampharos | Rare |
| 030/086 | Emolga | Common |
Chaos Rising Cards 031–060
| Number | Card | Rarity |
| 031/086 | Deoxys | Uncommon |
| 032/086 | Deoxys | Uncommon |
| 033/086 | Deoxys | Uncommon |
| 034/086 | Deoxys | Uncommon |
| 035/086 | Mega Floette ex | Double Rare |
| 036/086 | Espurr | Common |
| 037/086 | Meowstic | Uncommon |
| 038/086 | Phantump | Common |
| 039/086 | Trevenant | Rare |
| 040/086 | Pumpkaboo | Common |
| 041/086 | Gourgeist ex | Double Rare |
| 042/086 | Xerneas | Rare |
| 043/086 | Sudowoodo | Uncommon |
| 044/086 | Phanpy | Common |
| 045/086 | Donphan | Common |
| 046/086 | Baltoy | Common |
| 047/086 | Claydol | Uncommon |
| 048/086 | Mega Gallade ex | Double Rare |
| 049/086 | Zubat | Common |
| 050/086 | Golbat | Common |
| 051/086 | Crobat | Rare |
| 052/086 | Qwilfish | Common |
| 053/086 | Stunky | Common |
| 054/086 | Skuntank | Uncommon |
| 055/086 | Krookodile ex | Double Rare |
| 056/086 | Trubbish | Common |
| 057/086 | Garbodor | Uncommon |
| 058/086 | Skrelp | Common |
| 059/086 | Beldum | Common |
| 060/086 | Metang | Common |
Chaos Rising Cards 061–086
| Number | Card | Rarity |
| 061/086 | Metagross | Uncommon |
| 062/086 | Ferroseed | Common |
| 063/086 | Ferrothorn | Uncommon |
| 064/086 | Cobalion ex | Double Rare |
| 065/086 | Mega Dragalge ex | Double Rare |
| 066/086 | Goomy | Common |
| 067/086 | Sliggoo | Common |
| 068/086 | Goodra | Rare |
| 069/086 | Tauros | Uncommon |
| 070/086 | Patrat | Common |
| 071/086 | Watchog | Common |
| 072/086 | Minccino | Common |
| 073/086 | Cinccino ex | Double Rare |
| 074/086 | Adversity Policy | Uncommon |
| 075/086 | Ange Floette | Uncommon |
| 076/086 | AZ’s Tranquility | Uncommon |
| 077/086 | Emma | Uncommon |
| 078/086 | Great Haul Net | Uncommon |
| 079/086 | Philippe | Uncommon |
| 080/086 | Prism Tower | Uncommon |
| 081/086 | Roxie’s Performance | Uncommon |
| 082/086 | Special Red Card | Uncommon |
| 083/086 | Transformation Tome | Uncommon |
| 084/086 | Bubbly Energy | Rare |
| 085/086 | Magnetic Energy | Rare |
| 086/086 | Nitro Energy | Rare |
Chaos Rising Illustration Rares
The Illustration Rare portion of the Chaos Rising card list includes 11 cards numbered from 087/086 through 097/086.
| Number | Card | Rarity |
| 087/086 | Chespin | Illustration Rare |
| 088/086 | Froakie | Illustration Rare |
| 089/086 | Frogadier | Illustration Rare |
| 090/086 | Ampharos | Illustration Rare |
| 091/086 | Xerneas | Illustration Rare |
| 092/086 | Claydol | Illustration Rare |
| 093/086 | Crobat | Illustration Rare |
| 094/086 | Metang | Illustration Rare |
| 095/086 | Sliggoo | Illustration Rare |
| 096/086 | Tauros | Illustration Rare |
| 097/086 | Watchog | Illustration Rare |
Chaos Rising Ultra Rares
| Number | Card | Rarity |
| 098/086 | Beedrill ex | Ultra Rare |
| 099/086 | Mega Pyroar ex | Ultra Rare |
| 100/086 | Mega Greninja ex | Ultra Rare |
| 101/086 | Mega Floette ex | Ultra Rare |
| 102/086 | Gourgeist ex | Ultra Rare |
| 103/086 | Cobalion ex | Ultra Rare |
| 104/086 | Mega Dragalge ex | Ultra Rare |
| 105/086 | Cinccino ex | Ultra Rare |
| 106/086 | AZ’s Tranquility | Ultra Rare |
| 107/086 | Emma | Ultra Rare |
| 108/086 | Energy Retrieval | Ultra Rare |
| 109/086 | Jumbo Ice Cream | Ultra Rare |
| 110/086 | Philippe | Ultra Rare |
| 111/086 | Prism Tower | Ultra Rare |
| 112/086 | Roxie’s Performance | Ultra Rare |
| 113/086 | Special Red Card | Ultra Rare |
| 114/086 | Surfing Beach | Ultra Rare |
| 115/086 | Tool Scrapper | Ultra Rare |
Chaos Rising Special Illustration Rares
| Number | Card | Rarity |
| 116/086 | Mega Greninja ex | Special Illustration Rare |
| 117/086 | Mega Floette ex | Special Illustration Rare |
| 118/086 | Mega Dragalge ex | Special Illustration Rare |
| 119/086 | Cinccino ex | Special Illustration Rare |
| 120/086 | AZ’s Tranquility | Special Illustration Rare |
| 121/086 | Roxie’s Performance | Special Illustration Rare |
Chaos Rising Mega Hyper Rare
| Number | Card | Rarity |
| 122/086 | Mega Greninja ex | Mega Hyper Rare |
The names, collector numbers, and rarity classifications above match the official 122-card checklist.
Chaos Rising Card List Rarity Breakdown
The Chaos Rising card list includes eight separate rarity categories.
| Rarity | Number of cards |
| Common | 38 |
| Uncommon | 26 |
| Rare | 12 |
| Double Rare | 10 |
| Illustration Rare | 11 |
| Ultra Rare | 18 |
| Special Illustration Rare | 6 |
| Mega Hyper Rare | 1 |
| Total | 122 |
The first four rarity groups form the 86-card main set. The remaining 36 cards belong to the four premium rarity groups numbered above 086.
Every Pokémon ex in Chaos Rising
Ten Double Rare Pokémon ex appear in the main set.
| Pokémon ex | Main version | Additional numbered versions |
| Beedrill ex | 003/086 | Ultra Rare 098/086 |
| Mega Pyroar ex | 015/086 | Ultra Rare 099/086 |
| Mega Greninja ex | 022/086 | UR 100, SIR 116 and MHR 122 |
| Mega Floette ex | 035/086 | UR 101 and SIR 117 |
| Gourgeist ex | 041/086 | Ultra Rare 102/086 |
| Mega Gallade ex | 048/086 | No higher-numbered version |
| Krookodile ex | 055/086 | No higher-numbered version |
| Cobalion ex | 064/086 | Ultra Rare 103/086 |
| Mega Dragalge ex | 065/086 | UR 104 and SIR 118 |
| Cinccino ex | 073/086 | UR 105 and SIR 119 |
Mega Greninja ex has the largest rarity ladder, appearing four times in the Chaos Rising card list. Mega Floette ex and Mega Dragalge ex each appear in three numbered versions.
Top 10 Chaos Rising Chase Cards
Rarity alone does not determine a chase card. Character popularity, artwork, competitive demand, pull difficulty, card condition, and available supply can all affect market interest.
Prices checked: July 17, 2026. Values below are approximate ungraded market prices in US dollars.
| Rank | Card | Rarity | Market snapshot |
| 1 | Mega Greninja ex 116/086 | Special Illustration Rare | $247.00 |
| 2 | Mega Greninja ex 122/086 | Mega Hyper Rare | $189.00 |
| 3 | Cinccino ex 119/086 | Special Illustration Rare | $68.35 |
| 4 | Mega Dragalge ex 118/086 | Special Illustration Rare | $41.21 |
| 5 | Mega Floette ex 117/086 | Special Illustration Rare | $32.54 |
| 6 | AZ’s Tranquility 120/086 | Special Illustration Rare | $30.41 |
| 7 | Roxie’s Performance 121/086 | Special Illustration Rare | $24.66 |
| 8 | Mega Greninja ex 100/086 | Ultra Rare | $12.22 |
| 9 | Froakie 088/086 | Illustration Rare | $10.56 |
| 10 | Xerneas 091/086 | Illustration Rare | $10.14 |
During this snapshot, the Mega Greninja ex SIR was priced above the statistically scarcer Mega Hyper Rare. This indicates that artwork preference and collector demand can sometimes outweigh rarity alone.
1. Mega Greninja ex 116/086
Mega Greninja ex 116/086 is the leading chase card in the Chaos Rising card list. It combines premium artwork, flagship-character status and substantially lower availability than the Double Rare and Ultra Rare versions.
2. Mega Greninja ex 122/086
Mega Greninja ex 122/086 is the set’s only Mega Hyper Rare. Its position as the final card on the checklist and its estimated pull difficulty make it essential for completionists.
3. Cinccino ex 119/086
Cinccino ex emerged as the leading non-Greninja chase during the research snapshot. Its market price exceeded several Mega Evolution SIRs, highlighting the influence of artwork and character popularity.
4. Mega Dragalge ex 118/086
Mega Dragalge ex is one of only six SIRs and features one of the expansion’s most distinctive Mega Evolution designs.
5. Mega Floette ex 117/086
Mega Floette ex is central to the expansion’s Lumiose City storyline and receives Double Rare, Ultra Rare and Special Illustration Rare treatments.
6. AZ’s Tranquility 120/086
AZ’s Tranquility has strong connections to Kalos lore and is one of only two Supporters given an SIR treatment.
7. Roxie’s Performance 121/086
Roxie’s Performance appears as an Uncommon, Ultra Rare, and Special Illustration Rare, providing three separate numbered versions.
8. Mega Greninja ex 100/086
The Ultra Rare is a more affordable full-art Mega Greninja option for collectors who do not want to pay SIR or MHR prices.
9. Froakie 088/086
Froakie benefits from its direct evolutionary connection to Greninja. It can be displayed alongside Frogadier 089/086 and a premium Mega Greninja ex as a themed binder sequence.
10. Xerneas 091/086
Xerneas is one of the most recognizable Legendary Pokémon associated with Kalos, making its Illustration Rare a notable lower-cost chase.
How to Check Current Chaos Rising Card Prices
Card prices can change after restocks, competitive results, grading-population updates, and shifts in collector demand.
Use the following method when checking current value:
- Search by the exact card name and collector number.
- Separate ungraded cards from professionally graded copies.
- Review completed sales instead of active listings alone.
- Compare cards in similar condition.
- Exclude damaged or incorrectly identified copies.
- Check several recent transactions.
- Record the marketplace and currency.
- Add a visible date whenever prices are published.
Raw and Graded Prices Are Not Directly Comparable
| Price category | Meaning |
| Raw or ungraded | The card has not received a professional grade |
| Near Mint | A seller-assigned condition, not a guaranteed grade |
| PSA 9 or equivalent | Professionally graded with minor imperfections |
| PSA 10 or equivalent | A high professional grade with stricter condition standards |
A PSA 10 sale should not be presented as the value of an ungraded card. An active listing also does not prove that a buyer will pay the asking price.
Chaos Rising Card List Pull Rates
Pull-rate information can help collectors understand why the most valuable cards in the Chaos Rising card list are difficult to find.
TCGplayer analyzed more than 8,500 Chaos Rising booster packs to estimate the frequency of premium rarities.
| Rarity | Observed pull rate | Approximate packs per hit |
| Double Rare | 20.30% | 1 in 5 |
| Illustration Rare | 10.66% | 1 in 9 |
| Ultra Rare | 8.29% | 1 in 12 |
| Special Illustration Rare | About 1.21% | 1 in 83 |
| Mega Hyper Rare | About 0.10% | 1 in 956 |
These figures are observed averages, not guarantees. A collector could pull a premium card immediately or open far more packs than the statistical average without finding one.
Estimated Odds of Pulling One Specific Card
The chance of pulling any card from a rarity group is higher than the chance of pulling one exact card within that group.
| Target | Approximate odds |
| One specific Double Rare | 1 in 49 packs |
| One specific Illustration Rare | 1 in 103 packs |
| One specific Ultra Rare | 1 in 217 packs |
| One specific Special Illustration Rare | 1 in 496 packs |
| Mega Greninja ex Mega Hyper Rare | 1 in 956 packs |
Specific-card estimates assume that cards within the same rarity group appear at broadly similar rates. Printing and collation differences can affect actual results.
Is an SIR Guaranteed in a Booster Box?
No.
A standard booster display contains 36 packs, while the observed SIR rate is approximately one in 83 packs. That equals an average of roughly one SIR per 2.3 booster boxes, but it does not guarantee an SIR after opening two or three boxes.
The one-in-956 Mega Hyper Rare average is equivalent to approximately 26.6 standard booster boxes. This is a large-sample average rather than a guaranteed box or case configuration.
Should You Open Packs or Buy Singles?
Opening packs can be entertaining and useful for building the lower-rarity portion of the Chaos Rising card list. It is generally inefficient when the only goal is one specific chase card.
Opening Packs May Make Sense When:
- You enjoy opening sealed products.
- You are starting with an empty binder.
- You need many Commons, Uncommons and Rares.
- You want duplicates for trading.
- You would be satisfied with several possible hits.
- You are not depending on the pulls to recover the product cost.
Buying Singles May Be Better When:
- You need only a few missing cards.
- You are targeting one specific SIR.
- You want Mega Greninja ex 122/086.
- You want to inspect the card’s condition first.
- You prefer predictable spending.
- The card’s market value is much lower than the expected cost of opening enough packs.
Because the Mega Hyper Rare appeared approximately once per 956 packs in the observed sample, buying the individual card will usually cost much less than attempting to pull it.
How Many Cards Are in a Chaos Rising Master Set?

The official Chaos Rising card list contains 122 unique numbered cards. “Master set” and “grand master set” are collector-created terms rather than standardized Pokémon categories.
A commonly used pack-pullable master-set checklist counts 198 cards:
- 86 standard main-set cards
- 76 reverse-holo variants
- 36 cards numbered above 086
- 198 physical cards in total
| Collection target | Commonly used total | What it includes |
| Main set | 86 | Cards 001/086 through 086/086 |
| Numbered set | 122 | Every unique numbered card |
| Pack-pullable master set | 198 | Standard cards, applicable reverse holos and higher-numbered cards |
| Grand master set | Variable | Master set plus product promos and stamped variants |
Different databases may produce different totals because they classify parallel treatments and promos differently. Choose one checklist before buying a binder or expensive missing cards.
Why Are 76 Reverse Holos Commonly Counted?
The 86-card main set contains:
- 38 Commons
- 26 Uncommons
- 12 Rares
- 10 Double Rares
The Commons, Uncommons and Rares total 76 cards. Collector checklists commonly count reverse-holo versions of those 76 cards, while the 10 Pokémon ex cards remain represented by their standard foil versions.
The commonly used calculation is:
86 standard cards + 76 reverse holos + 36 higher-numbered cards = 198 cards
Reverse-holo cards share the same collector numbers and gameplay text as their standard versions. They are separate physical treatments rather than new entries in the numbered checklist.
Chaos Rising Promo and Stamped Cards
Promotional cards associated with Chaos Rising do not increase the official 122-card total. They mainly matter to collectors building an expanded or grand master set beyond the standard Chaos Rising card list.
Major Product and Prerelease Promos
| Promotional card | Distribution | Included in numbered set? |
| Fennekin full-art promo | Standard Elite Trainer Box | No |
| Pokémon Center-stamped Fennekin | Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box | No |
| Delphox prerelease promo | Build & Battle product | No |
| Ampharos prerelease promo | Build & Battle product | No |
| Crobat prerelease promo | Build & Battle product | No |
| Goodra prerelease promo | Build & Battle product | No |
The four Build & Battle promo possibilities are Delphox, Ampharos, Crobat and Goodra. Fennekin’s Illustration Rare artwork was removed from the numbered English set and used as the Elite Trainer Box promo.
Launch-Era Retailer Promos
Certain retailers distributed stamped cards with qualifying Chaos Rising purchases.
| Card | Reported participating retailers or regions |
| Ho-Oh | GameStop in the United States; EB Games in Canada and Australia |
| Keldeo | Hot Topic, Barnes & Noble and BoxLunch in the United States |
| Delphox | Best Buy in the United States; Mr Toys and Toymate in Australia; JB Hi-Fi in New Zealand |
These promotions were regional, time-limited and dependent on participating-store stock.
Are Promos Required for a Master Set?
There is no universal rule.
Collectors commonly use the following definitions:
- Numbered set: All 122 cards on the official checklist
- Master set: Numbered cards plus pack-pullable foil treatments
- Grand master set: Master set plus product promos, prerelease cards and retailer stamps
A collector pursuing only the official numbered set can stop at Mega Greninja ex 122/086.
Chaos Rising Product Lineup
| Product | Main contents |
| Booster pack | 10 game cards, one Basic Energy and one code card |
| Booster Bundle | 6 booster packs |
| Booster Display Box | 36 booster packs |
| Elite Trainer Box | 9 packs, Fennekin promo, sleeves, Energy cards and accessories |
| Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box | Exclusive packaging and a Pokémon Center-stamped Fennekin |
| Three-Pack Blister | 3 booster packs and an associated promo |
| Build & Battle Box | 4 packs and a 40-card ready-to-play deck with one prerelease promo |
Product configurations and availability can differ by country and retailer.
How Chaos Rising Differs From Japan’s Ninja Spinner
Chaos Rising is based primarily on the Japanese Ninja Spinner expansion, but the two checklists are not identical.
The English set adds:
- Mega Gallade ex
- Krookodile ex
- Adversity Policy
Mega Gallade ex came from Japan’s Mega Gallade ex Special Set, while Krookodile ex and Adversity Policy previously appeared as Japanese promotional cards.
The English release also removed Fennekin’s Illustration Rare from the booster checklist and used its artwork as the Elite Trainer Box promo. Ho-Oh, Keldeo, Crobat and Goodra received Holo Rare treatments in the English set.
A complete Japanese Ninja Spinner collection is therefore not identical to the English Chaos Rising card list.
Are Chaos Rising Cards Legal in Standard Tournaments?
Pokémon TCG Standard legality is primarily determined by the regulation mark printed near the bottom-left corner of a card.
For the 2026 Standard format, cards with H, I, and J regulation marks are legal, along with future eligible marks. An older printing may also remain usable when an officially equivalent card has been reprinted with a currently legal regulation mark.
Before entering a tournament, confirm:
- The regulation mark on each card
- The event’s listed format
- Current Play! Pokémon rules
- Official card errata
- Reprint eligibility
- The deck-list deadline
- Organizer-specific requirements
Tournament legality can change through future rotations. Players should check the latest official rules rather than relying only on the expansion’s release date.
How to Complete the Chaos Rising Card List
Completing the Chaos Rising card list is easier when collectors define their goal, limit sealed-product spending and track every variation carefully.
1. Define What “Complete” Means
Choose your collection target before buying products.
| Goal | Approximate card requirement |
| Main set | 86 |
| Complete numbered set | 122 |
| Commonly used master set | 198 |
| Grand master set | Variable |
A clearly defined target prevents unnecessary purchases and makes binder planning easier.
2. Choose the Right Binder
| Collection target | Recommended capacity |
| Main set | 96 cards or more |
| Numbered set | 160 cards or more |
| 198-card master set | 216 cards or more |
| Grand master set | 360-card binder recommended |
Choose a side-loading, zippered binder with archival-quality pages where possible. Leave spare spaces when collecting promotional cards because additional variants may appear after release.
3. Open a Limited Amount of Sealed Product
A Booster Bundle, Elite Trainer Box or booster display can provide a useful starting selection of Commons, Uncommons, Rares, Pokémon ex and reverse holos.
Do not expect one booster box to complete the main set or guarantee an SIR.
4. Track Cards by Collector Number
Several cards appear in more than one version. Record the full collector number rather than the name alone.
Mega Greninja ex could refer to:
- 022/086
- 100/086
- 116/086
- 122/086
5. Track Standard and Reverse-Holo Cards Separately
A master-set checklist should provide separate spaces for standard and reverse-holo cards. Both versions use the same collector number, making them easy to confuse.
6. Trade Duplicate Cards
Duplicates can be exchanged for missing Commons, reverse holos, Illustration Rares or lower-priced Ultra Rares.
Trading is particularly useful before purchasing large numbers of inexpensive singles.
7. Buy the Remaining Singles
Once most of the main set is complete, purchasing individual cards normally becomes more economical than continuing to open sealed products.
Singles are especially useful for:
- Missing Illustration Rares
- Specific Ultra Rares
- Special Illustration Rares
- Mega Greninja ex 122/086
- Prerelease promos
- Retailer-stamped cards
8. Protect Valuable Pulls Immediately
Use:
- A clean soft sleeve
- A rigid top loader or semi-rigid holder
- A side-loading binder pocket
- A clean, dry storage area
- Protection from sunlight, moisture and excessive heat
Avoid touching the card surface or forcing a card into a tight sleeve.
9. Inspect Condition Before Buying
Check:
- Centering
- Corners
- Edge whitening
- Surface scratches
- Print lines
- Dents
- Creases
- Seller photographs
- Return conditions
The cheapest listing may not provide the best value when card condition matters.
Is the Chaos Rising Card List Worth Collecting?
The Chaos Rising card list offers several appealing features:
- A manageable 122-card numbered checklist
- A compact 86-card main set
- Five Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
- Only six Special Illustration Rares
- One Mega Hyper Rare
- A clear flagship Pokémon
- Strong Kalos and Lumiose City connections
- Popular Pokémon such as Greninja, Xerneas, Ampharos and Crobat
- A clear progression from main set to master set
The greatest challenge is Mega Greninja ex 122/086. Its estimated pull rate makes completing the numbered collection through booster packs alone highly impractical.
Collectors focusing on the main set and Illustration Rares may find Chaos Rising relatively approachable. Those pursuing every SIR, the Mega Hyper Rare and stamped promos should expect to rely heavily on singles.
Common Chaos Rising Card List Collecting Mistakes
- Confusing 86 With the Complete Total
The printed denominator is 086, but the complete numbered checklist contains 122 cards.
- Assuming the Numbered Set and Master Set Are Identical
The 122-card total covers unique collector numbers. A master-set checklist may also include reverse-holo treatments.
- Treating “Master Set” as an Official Fixed Definition
The Pokémon Company does not publish one universal master-set definition. Collector checklists may count physical treatments and promos differently.
- Counting Promos as Numbered Cards
Fennekin, prerelease cards and retailer-stamped cards are associated with Chaos Rising but are not additional numbered checklist entries.
- Assuming Every Booster Box Contains an SIR
A 36-pack booster display does not guarantee an SIR when the observed average is approximately one in 83 packs.
- Chasing One Card Exclusively Through Packs
The expected cost of finding one specific premium card may be much higher than its current market price.
- Confusing Alternate Versions
Always use the complete collector number when buying. Mega Greninja ex appears four times.
- Using Asking Prices as Market Values
Active listings show what sellers request. Completed sales provide stronger evidence of what buyers are paying.
- Treating Early Prices as Permanent
Prices can rise or fall as product supply, collector interest, competitive demand, and grading populations change.
Conclusion
The Chaos Rising card list contains 122 numbered cards, beginning with Weedle 001/086 and ending with Mega Greninja ex 122/086. Its structure includes an approachable 86-card main set, 11 Illustration Rares, 18 Ultra Rares, six Special Illustration Rares and one Mega Hyper Rare.
Mega Greninja ex dominates the expansion with four numbered versions and occupies its two leading chase positions. Cinccino ex, Mega Dragalge ex, Mega Floette ex, AZ’s Tranquility, Roxie’s Performance, Froakie and Xerneas provide additional collector depth.
Collectors should distinguish the official 122-card checklist from collector-created master-set definitions. A commonly used pack-pullable master set contains 198 cards after applicable reverse-holo variants are included, while promotional and stamped cards belong to an optional expanded collection.
Opening a limited amount of sealed product can be an enjoyable way to begin the Chaos Rising card list. However, trading duplicates and purchasing carefully selected singles provide the most practical and economical route to completing the collection.
Chaos Rising Card List FAQs
How many cards are in the Chaos Rising card list?
The official Chaos Rising card list contains 122 unique numbered cards. This total includes 86 main-set cards and 36 higher-rarity cards numbered above 086.
What is the rarest card in the Chaos Rising card list?
Mega Greninja ex 122/086 is the rarest card in the Chaos Rising card list. It is the expansion’s only Mega Hyper Rare and has an estimated pull rate of approximately one in 956 booster packs.
What is the most valuable card in the Chaos Rising card list?
Mega Greninja ex 116/086 Special Illustration Rare was the most valuable ungraded card in the July 17, 2026 market snapshot used for this guide. Prices can change, so collectors should check recent completed sales.
How many cards are needed for a Chaos Rising master set?
A commonly used Chaos Rising master-set checklist contains 198 physical cards. This includes 86 standard cards, 76 reverse-holo variants and 36 higher-numbered cards. Master-set definitions may vary between collectors.
Is Mega Greninja ex guaranteed in a Chaos Rising booster box?
No version of Mega Greninja ex is guaranteed in a booster box. The Double Rare version is easier to pull, while the Ultra Rare, Special Illustration Rare and Mega Hyper Rare versions have much lower pull rates.