Set Feature Spotlight: ‘MEGA Dream ex’ Release Date and Key Characteristics

The highly anticipated High-Class Pack for the Pokémon TCG, “MEGA Dream ex,” is scheduled for release on Friday, November 28, 2025.

Key Characteristics of the ‘MEGA Dream ex’ Set

This set is the traditional year-end High-Class Pack, which is known for its high-value reprints and unique features.

• New Rarity Introduced: The set features a brand-new rarity type, “MA”, which is uniquely characterized by English-language move names printed on the card design. This stylistic choice is creating a massive buzz for its sleek, international aesthetic.
• A Collector’s Dream: “MEGA Dream ex” boasts a luxurious lineup, including new artwork, special Mirror Holo finishes, and a rich collection of coveted SAR and AR cards.
• High Hype: The abundance of premium SAR and AR cards has made this set a massive talking point on social media, appealing strongly to both serious collectors and players looking for high-quality staples.

‘MEGA Dream ex’ Set: Top Chase Cards and Value Ranking

Extended Ranking: The Top 20 Most Valuable Cards in ‘MEGA Dream ex’
Here is the expanded ranking of the top 20 cards from the “MEGA Dream ex” High-Class Pack, detailing their Japanese market value for US collectors. This list includes both the general market price and the current buyout price

Note: Prices are listed in Japanese Yen (JPY) and reflect the immediate post-release market on December 1st, 2025.

1　MEGA Gengar ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 73,000〜
Predicted Buy Price:JPY 60,000
2　MEGA Dragonite ex MUR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 58,000〜
Predicted Buy Price:JPY 50,000
3　Pikachu ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 40,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 27,000
4　Mega Dragonite ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 26,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 23,000
5　Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 25,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 17,000
6　Canari SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 12,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 9,000
7　N’s Zoroark ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 11,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 7,500
8　Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 10,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 7,000
9　Iono’s Bellibolt ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 8,500〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 6,000
10　MEGA Charizard X ex MA
Predicted Market Price: JPY 5,300〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 4,000
11　Steven’s Metagross ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 9,500〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 6,500
12　Iris’s Focus SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 5,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 3,500
13　MEGA Gengar ex MA
Predicted Market Price: JPY 5,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 3,000
14　Mega Froslass ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 4,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 3,000
15　MEGA Diancie ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 4,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 2,500
16　Fezandipiti ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 3,300〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 2,500
17　MEGA Hawlucha ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 3,300〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 2,000
18　Canari SR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 2,500〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 3,000
19　MEGA Dragonite ex MA
Predicted Market Price: JPY 2,500〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 1,500
20　MEGA Scrafty ex SAR
Predicted Market Price: JPY 2,500〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 2,000

Purchase Price, Market Value, and Price Trend of “MEGA Dream ex” Hit Cards
Note: General market prices are based on the Snkrdunk market rate as of 10:00 on 12/1, including sales prices from flea market services. These prices may not represent the true fair market value.
Note: Purchase prices are based on the rates at the “Snkrdunk TCG Akihabara Store” as of 10:00 on 12/1.
For the latest purchase prices, please check the store’s official SNS (@snkrdunk_akiba).

MEGA Gengar ex SAR [240/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 73,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 52,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 60,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
The highly popular Pokémon, Gengar, has “Mega Evolved” into MEGA Gengar ex, which is finally included as a long-awaited SAR.

Attention has been drawn to the card due to Gengar’s immense popularity and the fact that a special illustration of Gengar had not yet appeared in a Starter Deck product. Featuring a captivating illustration that expertly conveys its ominous nature, this card has already soared to an initial market price of 100,000 yen.

MEGA Dragonite ex MUR [250/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 58,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 39,999〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 50,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
The MUR of MEGA Dragonite, which graces the main package of this set, has made its appearance.

Due to the high popularity of the character and the card’s low pull rate, initial trades around 80,000 yen are prominent. While the market price may stabilize somewhat if reprints occur in the future, it is expected to become a high-value card on par with the “MEGA Charizard X ex MUR.”

Pikachu ex SAR [234/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 40,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 23,980〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 27,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
This card features a charming Pikachu with its arms wide open, smiling as if it’s running towards the viewer.

Due to the recent surge in Pikachu’s popularity combined with the low pull rate of the “SAR”, the market price has soared, and the card is currently being traded for around 30,000 yen.

MEGA Dragonite ex SAR [246/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 26,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 17,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 23,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
Dragonite is highly popular in the Pokémon TCG, with high-value cards like the Dragonite V SA included in Sky Stream. This set now includes a full-illustration SAR for the Pokémon.

The SAR illustration, which depicts Dragonite with its pre-evolutions, Dratini and Dragonair, all wearing energetic smiles, has generated significant buzz, pushing the initial market price over 40,000 yen.

Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex SAR [237/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 25,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 13,000〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 17,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
This card features a dynamic illustration appearing alongside Team Rocket Boss Giovanni, with Mewtwo’s keen eyes captivatingly depicted, fitting the imagery of an evil organization.

The Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex SAR included in Team Rocket’s Glory currently sees many trades for PSA 10 graded items exceeding 60,000 yen. The newly released SAR is also highly anticipated and holds a current market price of around 30,000 yen.

Canari SAR [248/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 12,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 9,499〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 9,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
Making her appearance in Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A, Canari is a character who works as a game streamer and favors using Electric-type Pokémon.

She has been confirmed for inclusion as an SAR in this set. The charming illustration, reminiscent of her interacting with fans through a screen, is popular among fans and collectors, making this a card with notably high-value transactions.

N’s Zoroark ex SAR [242/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 11,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 7,800〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 7,500
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?

The new SAR for N’s Zoroark ex, which originally debuted in Battle Partners, is included in this set. The beautiful illustration, which offers a glimpse of the fleeting yet undeniable strength of both N and Zoroark, has become a hot topic.

The previously released N’s Zoroark ex SAR is currently traded for around 7,000 yen. This new SAR is also very popular among players and is currently being traded for approximately 10,000 yen.

Marnie’s Grimmsnarl ex SAR [243/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 10,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 7,600〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 7,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
This card, which originally appeared in the Starter Set ex “Marnie’s Morpeko & Grimmsnarl ex” released in February 2025, has finally been included as an SAR.

Since the Starter Set did not include any special illustrations, and the popular character Marnie is prominently featured in this card’s art, high demand is expected not only from players but also from fans and collectors, resulting in a market price exceeding 20,000 yen.

Iono’s Bellibolt ex SAR [236/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 8,500〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 6,500〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 6,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
This set includes an SAR depicting the close bond between the Levincia Gym Leader, Iono, and her partner Pokémon, Bellibolt. The adorable illustration, featuring a pop background and Iono’s pastel colors, is attracting significant attention from fans and collectors.

Due to this high demand, the card has soared to a market price comparable to the Iono’s Bellibolt ex SAR included in Battle Partners.

MEGA Charizard X ex MA [223/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 6,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 5,200〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 4,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
The “X” form of Charizard, which MEGA Evolves and possesses the Dragon type, appears here as a Pokémon ex.

This card features a powerful, comic-book-style illustration with the attack name boldly displayed, creating an imposing new rarity. This design, which is reminiscent of the previously released “M Evolution” series, has greatly heightened fan anticipation.

Steven Stone’s Metagross ex SAR [245/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 5,300〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 2,999〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 4,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
This card features an illustration that conveys the overwhelming strength of the Hoenn Region Champion, Steven Stone, and his partner, Metagross. As this card was previously limited to the Starter Deck, it had never received a special illustration until now.

Both Steven Stone and Metagross are highly popular characters, and as a result, the card is garnering significant attention from fans and collectors alike, leading to a high market price.

Iris’s Resolve SAR [247/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 5,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 4,399〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 3,500
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
Iris’s Resolve, which has only been released as an “SR” until now, makes a new appearance as an SAR. Her gaze, surrounded by her beloved Dragon-type Pokémon, conveys the authority of a Champion.

Since the similar effect card “Professor’s Research” is rumored to rotate out of the regulation format, this card is beginning to attract attention from players as a potential future draw card, so it would be wise to collect it early.

MEGA Gengar ex MA [230/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 5,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 3,700〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 3,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so expensive?
This card debuted in the first Starter Deck of the new series, “Pokémon Card Game MEGA.” At the time of its announcement, its Ability, Shadow Mist, became a major topic among players.

The eerie, dynamic art is rendered in the MA style, and the card is being traded at a high price due to both its utility and its artistic quality.

MEGA Froslass ex SAR [233/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 4,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 2,980〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 3,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so popular?
Froslass is a Pokémon characterized by its elegant appearance, which is based on the motif of a Yuki-onna (snow woman). Its Japanese-style design, reminiscent of a kimono, has given it a strong fanbase both domestically and internationally.

The MEGA Evolution has amplified its eerie and mysterious quality, captivating the hearts of fans and collectors alike, making this a card with a rapidly rising market price.

MEGA Diancie ex SAR [238/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 4,000〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 2,600〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 2,500
Market price trends

Why is this card so popular?
Similar to the MEGA Gengar ex, MEGA Diancie ex, which debuted in a Starter Set, is included as an SAR.

It has drawn high attention from players due to its strong performance in competitive play within Gardevoir ex decks. The SAR, which beautifully captures its delicate charm, is extremely popular, driven by demand from both players and collectors.

Fezandipiti ex SAR [244/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 3,300〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 2,890〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 2,500
Market price trends

Why is this card so popular?
A new SAR has appeared for this player-essential card, which possesses the powerful Ability, Flip the Script. It features a beautiful depiction of the Pokémon surrounded by flower petals, wearing a bewitching smile.

Due to the card’s status as a must-include for many competitive decks, player demand is very high. The resulting dual demand from both collectors and players has led to a high market price.

MEGA Hawlucha ex SAR [239/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 3,300〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 2,121〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 2,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so popular?
This card revives the sheer intensity of MEGA Hawlucha, which stands as an obstacle to the main character in the game’s scenario as a “Rampaging MEGA Evolution.”

The illustration’s charm lies in the sense of momentum, capturing the Pokémon right before it leaps into an attack. Given its low pull rate as an SAR , an increase in the market price is anticipated if collection demand rises.

Canari SR [219/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 2,500〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 2,900〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 3,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so popular?
Attention is focused on the charming illustration of Canari striking a pose that signifies her fan club, “DG4.”

As the card was handled by the popular illustrator Naoki Saito, the synergistic effect has led to an increase in its price.

MEGA Dragonite ex MA [232/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 2,500〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 2,200〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 1,500
Market price trends

Why is this card so popular?
This Pokémon is beloved by many fans for its charming, rounded form and lovable appearance.

The special, comic-book-style art of the “MA” rarity brings out a new level of appeal, making this a card that will draw attention from both fans and collectors.

MEGA Scrafty ex SAR [241/193]

Predicted Market Price: JPY 2,500〜
SNKRDUNK Market Price: JPY 1,100〜
Predicted Buy Price: JPY 2,000
Market price trends

Why is this card so popular?
MEGA Scrafty appeared as the partner of Naveen in Pokémon LEGENDS Z-A. The illustration depicts it staring intently at the viewer, perhaps having been encountered in an alleyway, which gives a creeping feeling of unease.

This is the first full-illustration card for Scrafty since the “Scrafty AR,” making it a long-awaited card for fans.

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