Everything Officially Confirmed About Chaos Rising So Far
The next major Pokémon TCG expansion has now been officially revealed as Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising, launching on May 22, 2026. It is the fourth English-language expansion in the Mega Evolution Series and one of the most important Pokémon TCG releases of 2026 so far.
Chaos Rising centers on a conflict in Lumiose City, where Mega Floette ex causes chaos while Mega Greninja ex teams up with other Mega Evolution Pokémon ex to stop the threat. Officially revealed accompanying headliners also include Mega Pyroar ex and Mega Dragalge ex.
Chaos Rising Release Date
Chaos Rising is officially scheduled to release on May 22, 2026.
For competitive players and prerelease collectors, prerelease events will run from May 9 through May 17, 2026, and the set is expected to become playable on Pokémon TCG Live on May 21, 2026.
Main Pokémon Revealed in Chaos Rising
So far, the officially revealed Mega Evolution Pokémon ex include:
- Mega Greninja ex
- Mega Floette ex
- Mega Pyroar ex
- Mega Dragalge ex
Early reporting also indicates that Chaos Rising is closely based on the Japanese set Ninja Spinner, with additional Mega content integrated into the English release.
How Big Is Chaos Rising?
Officially, Chaos Rising contains:
- Over 120 cards
- More than 20 Trainer cards
- More than 35 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations
Additional reporting also points to a relatively compact main set structure, with roughly 86 cards in the main set before secret rares, making it a smaller modern expansion with a strong concentration of premium hits.
The set is expected to include:
- 5 Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
- 5 Pokémon ex
- 11 Illustration Rare Pokémon
- 18 Ultra Rare Pokémon and Trainer cards
- 6 Special Illustration Rare Pokémon and Supporter cards
Chaos Rising Product Lineup
Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
The Elite Trainer Box is one of the main products of Chaos Rising. The promo card included is expected to be Fennekin Illustration Rare, removed from the main set and turned into an exclusive promo.
ETBs remain one of the most popular Pokémon products thanks to:
- Exclusive promo cards
- Accessories and display value
- Strong sealed demand
Booster Box (Display)
The Booster Box is confirmed as part of the Chaos Rising lineup.
Booster boxes remain the most important sealed product because they:
- Provide the best access to high-rarity cards
- Are the preferred format for collectors
- Historically perform best long-term
Booster Bundle
The Booster Bundle is also part of the official lineup, offering a mid-range option between ETBs and single packs.
It is ideal for:
- Opening sessions
- Casual collectors
- Players looking for value without buying a full box
Prerelease / Build & Battle Products
Chaos Rising will also be released through prerelease events, using Build & Battle-style products.
Chaos Rising Prerelease Promos
The prerelease promos confirmed for Chaos Rising are:
- Delphox
- Ampharos
- Crobat
- Goodra
These cards are alternate versions tied to the set and are distributed during prerelease events.
The Set’s Story and Identity
Chaos Rising has a strong narrative identity compared to many modern sets.
The expansion is centered around events in Lumiose City, where Mega Pokémon play a key role in a conflict involving Mega Floette ex and Mega Greninja ex.
This story-driven approach gives the set a clear theme, which is often important for long-term collector appeal.
Collector Perspective — Why Chaos Rising Is Important
Chaos Rising stands out for several reasons:
- It is part of the Mega Evolution Series
- It features highly popular Pokémon like Mega Greninja
- It appears to be a smaller set with dense rarity
- It includes a full product lineup (ETB, Booster Box, Bundle)
- It already has confirmed prerelease promos
Sets with these characteristics often generate strong interest from both collectors and players.
Final Thoughts
Mega Evolution—Chaos Rising is now a fully confirmed Pokémon TCG expansion with a May 22, 2026 release date, a strong Mega Evolution theme, and a complete product lineup.
With key Pokémon like Mega Greninja ex, Mega Floette ex, Mega Pyroar ex, and Mega Dragalge ex, combined with a compact structure and a high number of special illustration cards, Chaos Rising is shaping up to be one of the most collectible Pokémon TCG sets of 2026.
