many of the earlier ones have remained fan favorites to this day while newer ones have rapidly gained popularity among the Pokmon fanbase
In addition to the leader, LINLIN, many popular characters from the Big Mom Pirates, such as KATAKURI will be included in the deck
Also one of the most polarising
In particular, I'd like to address an elephant in the MTG room: the financial cost
What we know: Mega Greninja ex is the headline card, a fan-favourite Pokemon finally getting the Mega Evolution treatment Shadow and ninja theme with stealth mechanics and strategic gameplay depth Around 86 main set cards plus secret rares 11 or more ultra-rare cards including Special Illustration Rares, Illustration Rares, Hyper Rares and Mega Hyper Rares Based on Japan's highly successful "Ninja Spinner" set Release timeline: Prereleases: 9 to 17 May 2026 at local game stores Digital PTCGL release: 21 May 2026 Physical release: 22 May 2026 Given the popularity of Greninja and the ninja theme, Chaos Rising is one of the year's most sought-after sets
When the standard format rotates each season, cards with the oldest letter mark leave the format, and cards with the newest regulation mark are added to the pool
