Mega-Rayquaza-ex isn't arriving in Delta Reign as just another Pokémon. It already boasts over ten years of TCG history, several iconic cards from the XY era, and an instantly recognizable visual identity.
In 2026, Delta Reign offers it a new generation of cards. And thanks to the Japanese release of Storm Emeralda, we already know much more than we usually do for an expansion still far from its French release.
To follow the set's general rarities, check out our Delta Reign rare card guide.
- Headliner of Delta Reign, scheduled for November 6, 2026.
- Base Western card revealed: 084/103.
- In the Japanese Storm Emeralda set, Mega-Rayquaza-ex exists in several treatments.
- A Special Art Rare version is illustrated by Kazuki Minami.
- A Mega Ultra Rare closes the Japanese set.
- The card has 280 HP in its revealed version.
Why is Mega-Rayquaza-ex the star of Delta Reign?
Rayquaza is associated with Hoenn, the sky, and the universe of Pokémon Emerald. Its Mega-Evolution further reinforces this image of a spectacular legendary Pokémon.
The English name Delta Reign itself echoes the world of Rayquaza and its lore. The expansion was therefore built so that the Pokémon is much more than just a character placed on the packaging.
Find the full context in our pillar article dedicated to Delta Reign.
How many Mega-Rayquaza-ex cards are there in Storm Emeralda?
The Japanese version Storm Emeralda, released on July 31, 2026, already allows us to observe four treatments of Mega-Rayquaza-ex.
| Japanese Version | Number | Positioning |
|---|---|---|
| Double Rare | 058/076 | Standard set version |
| Super Rare | 095/076 | More premium treatment |
| Special Art Rare | 110/076 | Large illustration by Kazuki Minami |
| Mega Ultra Rare | 113/076 | Higher Japanese rarity and last card of the set |
Note: these numbers are Japanese. The Western version uses a different numbering. The regular Mega-Rayquaza-ex card revealed for Delta Reign is, for example, numbered 084/103.
The Mega-Rayquaza-ex Special Art Rare has a unique history
The Japanese Special Art Rare version is illustrated by Kazuki Minami, winner of the 2024 Pokémon TCG Illustration Contest.
This detail gives the card a history that collectors can appreciate regardless of its financial value: it connects an official artistic competition to one of the star cards of a major set.
How does Mega-Rayquaza-ex work in the TCG?
The revealed version has 280 HP and is a Colorless type. Its ability allows you, when it arrives from your hand onto the Bench, to look at the top four cards of your deck and attach a basic Energy card you find there.
Its attack then utilizes the Fire and Electric Energies attached to all of your Pokémon.
This mechanic is important because it shows that Rayquaza isn't just a card designed for binders: it also has a true gameplay identity.
Mega-Rayquaza had already left its mark on the Pokémon TCG in 2015
To understand the anticipation surrounding 2026, we must go back to the XY era. M Rayquaza-EX was a major figure in the Roaring Skies expansion in 2015, before also appearing in Ancient Origins.
Several M Rayquaza-EX cards firmly established the Pokémon in the minds of XY-era collectors.
The return of Mega-Evolutions allows Rayquaza to once again headline an entire expansion.
This continuity explains part of the SEO potential around terms like Rayquaza Pokémon card, Mega-Rayquaza-ex, and rare Rayquaza card.
Which Mega-Rayquaza-ex card could be the most sought-after?
Initial observations in Japan show strong attention on the Mega Ultra Rare and the Special Art Rare. However, directly extrapolating Japanese prices to the French market would be a mistake.
Availability, pull rates, language, European supply, and the number of cards put on the market can significantly change prices.
To understand the criteria of value, check out our guide to valuable Pokémon cards.
How to build a collection around Rayquaza?
You don't need to own all the most expensive versions. A Rayquaza collection can follow several logics:
- one card per major TCG era;
- the different versions of Mega-Rayquaza;
- only your favorite illustrations;
- French cards;
- Japanese versions;
- graded cards;
- or a mix of cards and Pokémon items.
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In which expansion is Mega-Rayquaza-ex released in 2026?
In Mega-Evolution – Delta Reign, scheduled for November 6, 2026.
What is the number of Mega-Rayquaza-ex in Delta Reign?
The officially revealed regular version is numbered 084/103.
How many Mega-Rayquaza-ex exist in Storm Emeralda?
The Japanese set offers four treatments of the card, from the regular version to the Mega Ultra Rare.
Who illustrates the Mega-Rayquaza-ex Special Art Rare?
Kazuki Minami, winner of the 2024 Pokémon TCG Illustration Contest.
Will the Japanese version have the same numbers in France?
No. The numbering of Delta Reign is different from Storm Emeralda.
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