Pokémon TCG “Storm Emeralda” Release Day Price Guide & Top 20 Chase Card Rankings (Released July 31, 2026)

“Storm Emeralda” Top 20 Hit Card Rankings (Launch Day: July 31)

Rank	Card Name	Market Price (¥)	Shop Buyback Price (¥)
1	Mega Rayquaza ex (MUR) [113/076]	¥300,000~	¥300,000
2	Mega Rayquaza ex (SAR) [110/076]	¥140,000~	¥100,000
3	Raikou ex (SAR) [108/076]	¥17,000~	¥9,000
4	Zinnia’s Trust (SAR) [112/076]	¥10,000~	¥3,000
5	Mega Rayquaza ex (SR) [095/076]	¥8,000~	¥6,000
6	Mega Golisopod ex (SAR) [107/076]	¥4,500~	¥1,000
7	Mega Golurk ex (SAR) [109/076]	¥3,000~	¥1,000
8	Kyogre (AR) [080/076]	¥2,800~	¥900
9	Groudon (AR) [084/076]	¥2,800~	¥900
10	Zinnia’s Trust (SR) [102/076]	¥2,400~	¥900
11	Kecleon (AR) [088/076]	¥2,200~	¥900
12	Tate & Liza’s Training (SR) [103/076]	¥2,000~	¥500
13	Talonflame ex (SR) [096/076]	¥1,500~	¥500
14	Aarune (SAR) [111/076]	¥1,200~	¥400
15	Growlithe (AR) [078/076]	¥1,100~	¥400
16	Raikou ex (SR) [092/076]	¥1,100~	¥400
17	Altaria (AR) [087/076]	¥1,000~	¥400
18	Mega Rayquaza ex (RR) [058/076]	¥900~	—
19	Azurill (AR) [086/076]	¥900~	¥400
20	Mega Golisopod ex (SR) [089/076]	¥800~	¥400

Top Hit Cards & Initial Price Trends

Mega Rayquaza ex (MUR) [113/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥300,000~	¥322,222~	¥300,000

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥300,000	¥300,000	0.0%

Market Insights: MUR (Mega Ultra Rare) features an ultra-luxurious all-gold etched finish exclusive to the Pokémon Card Game MEGA era. Featuring Mega Rayquaza facing forward with its iconic Delta crest brightly highlighted, fans have immediately embraced this card as a mega-grail. Thanks to its impossibly low pull rate and legendary mascot status, it opened strong at ¥300,000 on day one.

Mega Rayquaza ex (SAR) [110/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥140,000~	¥110,000~	¥100,000

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥140,000	¥140,000	0.0%

Market Insights: Depicting Mega Rayquaza roaring with emerald-glowing scales and atmospheric particle effects, full-art Rayquazas have historically appreciated extremely well over time. Collectors and investors alike consider this a centerpiece card, establishing its initial launch market value at ¥140,000.

Raikou ex (SAR) [108/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥17,000~	¥8,999~	¥9,000

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥17,000	¥17,000	0.0%

Market Insights: As part of Johto’s legendary beast trio alongside Entei and Suicune, Raikou enjoys immense Gen 2 nostalgia. This SAR captures the fierce, tiger-like legendary in a dynamic, storm-filled environment, driving high initial demand at ¥17,000.

Zinnia’s Trust (SAR) [112/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥10,000~	¥7,000~	¥3,000

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥10,000	¥10,000	0.0%

Market Insights: Zinnia is intimately tied to Rayquaza’s lore in Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire. Following the massive success of previous cards like Blue Sky Stream’s “Zinnia’s Resolve,” this SAR iteration debuts strong at ¥10,000.

Mega Rayquaza ex (SR) [095/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥8,000~	¥5,500~	¥6,000

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥8,000	¥8,000	0.0%

Market Insights: Super Rares in this era display a dual-art layout showing both the Mega-Evolved form and its base form in the background. While easier to pull than the SAR, Rayquaza’s sheer star power keeps this SR well above typical SR price baselines at ¥8,000.

Mega Golisopod ex (SAR) [107/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥4,500~	¥1,900~	¥1,000

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥4,500	¥4,500	0.0%

Market Insights: Golisopod’s brand-new Steel-type Mega Evolution from Pokémon Legends: Z-A Mega Dimension gains extra limbs and a far more intimidating presence. The menacing artwork has pushed its opening value to ¥4,500.

Mega Golurk ex (SAR) [109/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥3,000~	¥2,000~	¥1,000

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥3,000	¥3,000	0.0%

Market Insights: Showcasing Golurk unsealing the chest lock to unleash vast mechanical energy, this mecha-inspired artwork appeals heavily to both players and niche art collectors, debuting at ¥3,000.

Kyogre (AR) [080/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥2,800~	¥1,500~	¥900

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥2,800	¥2,800	0.0%

Market Insights: Marking Kyogre’s very first “AR” (Art Rare) printing, the majestic killer-whale-inspired legendary swims through a breathtaking underwater scene. Highly demanded by Hoenn fans, it opens at ¥2,800.

Groudon (AR) [084/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥2,800~	¥1,540~	¥900

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥2,800	¥2,800	0.0%

Market Insights: Set against an explosive magma background reminiscent of the set’s “Legendary Lava Cave” stadium, Groudon’s fierce presence commands a strong ¥2,800 launch market value, mirroring Kyogre.

Zinnia’s Trust (SR) [102/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥2,400~	¥1,000~	¥900

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥2,400	¥2,400	0.0%

Market Insights: Marking Zinnia’s first card printing in 5 years, this full-art Supporter SR offers an accessible alternative to her SAR, trading around ¥2,400 on day one.

Kecleon (AR) [088/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥2,200~	¥2,000~	¥900

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥2,200	¥2,200	0.0%

Market Insights: Depicting Kecleon camouflaging within a vibrant, colorful forest background, this clever illustration highlighting its signature ability has made it a sleeper hit among Art Rare collectors at ¥2,200.

Tate & Liza’s Training (SR) [103/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥2,000~	¥1,799~	¥500

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥2,000	¥2,000	0.0%

Market Insights: Featuring Mossdeep Gym’s twin Leaders in an energetic combat stance, this full-art Supporter captures their youthful charm, opening at ¥2,000.

Talonflame ex (SR) [096/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥1,500~	¥1,199~	¥500

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥1,500	¥1,500	0.0%

Market Insights: Highly discussed by competitive players for its bench-acceleration Ability paired with Colorless Mega Evolution ex Pokémon. Its dynamic artwork opens at ¥1,500.

Aarune (SAR) [111/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥1,200~	¥2,000~	¥400

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥1,200	¥1,200	0.0%

Market Insights: The beloved Super-Secret Base expert from ORAS appears in a cute, pop-art SAR style. Synergizes competitively with Ethan’s Typhlosion decks, giving it player appeal.

Growlithe (AR) [078/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥1,100~	¥1,100~	¥400

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥1,100	¥1,100	0.0%

Market Insights: Showing Growlithe faithfully waiting by the doorway for its Trainer’s return, this wholesome and heartwarming artwork has made it an instant fan favorite at ¥1,100.

Raikou ex (SR) [092/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥1,100~	¥1,000~	¥400

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥1,100	¥1,100	0.0%

Market Insights: Featuring its “Covered in Lightning” attack usable on turn one going first, competitive players aiming to max-bling their decks are picking up this SR at ¥1,100.

Altaria (AR) [087/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥1,000~	¥1,000~	¥400

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥1,000	¥1,000	0.0%

Market Insights: Capturing Altaria’s cloud-like wings in a serene, dreamlike sky aesthetic, dragon-type fans are snatching this Art Rare up at ¥1,000.

Mega Rayquaza ex (RR) [058/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥900~	¥1,000~	—

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥900	¥900	0.0%

Market Insights: As the cornerstone mascot card of the expansion with Energy-acceleration and uncapped damage potential, this double rare commands a premium ¥900 price compared to standard ¥100 RRs.

Azurill (AR) [086/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥900~	¥1,000~	¥400

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥900	¥900	0.0%

Market Insights: Bouncing cheerfully on its round tail, this cute artwork highlighting Azurill’s playful nature opens at ¥900.

Mega Golisopod ex (SR) [089/076]

General Market Price	SNKRDUNK Price	Shop Buyback Price
¥800~	¥1,000~	¥400

Price History

Initial Price	Current Price	Trend
¥800	¥800	0.0%

Market Insights: Boasting a low-energy 220 damage “Finish Off” attack, budget-conscious competitive players upgrading their rarity are keeping this SR at ¥800.

“Storm Emeralda” Top Common & Uncommon Cards

In the Pokémon TCG secondary market, cards with high competitive utility or immense popularity among players often command higher market prices than standard bulk cards.

Major attention is centered around Azurill (C), which possesses the “Bouncy Charge” attack capable of attaching both Special Energy and Basic Energy straight from the deck to your Pokémon. Another massive talking point is the new Stadium card Legendary Lava Cave (U)—while it carries the condition of playing two copies at once, it completely shuts down the Abilities of all Evolution Pokémon.

Additionally, Aarune (U) has gathered strong competitive interest due to its outstanding synergy with Ethan’s Typhlosion deck builds, alongside Custom Vest (U), a powerful Tool card that reduces attack damage taken from opposing Mega Evolution ex Pokémon by -60.

Since their market values could skyrocket depending on their tournament performance moving forward, be sure to keep a close watch on their prices!

Azurill (C)

General Market Price
¥100~

Legendary Lava Cave (U)

General Market Price
¥300~

Aarune (U)

General Market Price
¥120~

Custom Vest (U)

General Market Price
¥100~

“Storm Emeralda” Booster Box Market & Secondary Price Predictions

Sealed Booster Box (With Shrink-Wrap)

Box Condition / Item	Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price
Sealed Booster Box (With Shrink-Wrap)	¥24,000	¥25,000

Unsealed Booster Box (No Shrink-Wrap)

Box Condition / Item	Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price
Unsealed Booster Box (No Shrink-Wrap)	16,000 JPY~	–

Should You Buy “Storm Emeralda”? Why It’s a Must-Have Expansion

The Pokémon TCG expansion pack “Storm Emeralda” officially launched on Friday, July 31, 2026. This set marks the long-awaited return of Mega Rayquaza to the TCG—a legendary form that has maintained overwhelming popularity ever since its original debut in 2014.

As the Hoenn region’s flagship Legendary dragon, Rayquaza has seen numerous card printings over the years, each earning dedicated support from fans and collectors. Unsurprisingly, this new expansion pass is generating massive hype across the community.

Historically, iconic Rayquaza cards like Rayquaza V (Alternate Art) and M Rayquaza EX (SR 1st Edition) command secondary market prices well in excess of 100,000 JPY due to their immense popularity. Considering how special illustration cards featuring Rayquaza consistently explode in market value, “Storm Esmeralda” is an absolute must-buy set for any collector, opener, or investor.

Complete Price & Buyback Rates by Rarity (MUR, SAR, SR)

MUR

Mega Rayquaza ex [MUR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥300,000~	¥300,000

SAR

Mega Rayquaza ex [SAR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥140,000~	¥100,000

Raikou ex [SAR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥17,000~	¥9,000

Zinnia’s Trust [SAR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥10,000~	¥3,000

Mega Golisopod ex [SAR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥4,500~	¥1,000

Mega Golurk ex [SAR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥3,000~	¥1,000

Aarune [SAR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥1,200~	¥400

SR

Mega Rayquaza ex [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥8,000~	¥6,000

Zinnia’s Trust [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥2,400~	¥900

Tate & Liza’s Training [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥2,000~	¥500

Talonflame ex [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥1,500~	¥500

Raikou ex [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥1,100~	¥400

Mega Golisopod ex [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥800~	¥400

MC’s Hype [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥800~	¥300

Mega Golurk ex [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥700~	¥300

Mega Malamar ex [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥700~	¥300

Aarune [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥700~	¥300

Heat Rotom ex [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥600~	¥100

Wishiwashi ex [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥600~	¥100

Adventure Lantern [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥500~	¥100

Glow Grass Energy [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥400~	¥100

Pokémon Catcher [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥400~	¥100

Custom Vest [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥400~	¥100

Nitro Fire Energy [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥300~	¥100

Bubble Water Energy [SR]

General Market Price (JPY)	Shop Buyback Price (JPY)
¥300~	¥100

Product Information

Detail	Information
Product Name	Pokémon TCG MEGA Expansion Pack “Storm Emeralda”
Release Date	Friday, July 31, 2026
Booster Pack Price	¥200(tax included) per pack (5 cards)
Booster Box Price	¥6,000(tax included) per box (30 packs)
Official Website	Pokémon TCG Official “Trainers Web” Website

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