Full card list: Storm Emeralda card list (M6) – all 113 cards
Quick answer: Storm Emeralda (ストームエメラルダ, set code M6) is a Japanese Pokémon Card Game expansion pack in the MEGA series, built around Mega Rayquaza ex and released in Japan on July 31, 2026. A Japanese Storm Emeralda pre-order was the safest way for overseas collectors to secure sealed boxes before launch. Now that the set is out, you can order the M6 Box from Japan and have it shipped worldwide.
Key takeaways
- Set code M6; the Japanese name ストームエメラルダ is romanized as "Storm Emeralda."
- Japan release date: July 31, 2026.
- Each booster pack holds 5 randomized cards, and there are no basic energy cards in the print run.
- The headline card is Mega Rayquaza ex, and the set debuts the two-piece "Legendary Summit" Stadium.
- Storm Emeralda is a Japanese-language release with no simultaneous English version, and pricing is listed on the product page.
What Is the Storm Emeralda (M6) Expansion Pack?
Storm Emeralda is an official MEGA-mechanic expansion pack (拡張パック) with the set code M6. It is built entirely around Mega Rayquaza ex and tied to Japan's "Mega Rayquaza Takes Flight" (宙駆けるメガレックウザ) campaign.
Release date and set overview
According to the official Pokémon Card Japan product page, Storm Emeralda released on July 31, 2026. It was a Japan-exclusive drop with no simultaneous English-language release. Anyone outside Japan who wants sealed product has to source it through an importer or a store that buys directly from Japanese distribution.
- Japanese name: ストームエメラルダ
- Set code: M6
- Product type: Expansion pack (拡張パック)
- Japan release date: July 31, 2026
- Cards per pack: 5 (no basic energy cards in the print run)
- Headline card: Mega Rayquaza ex
Storm Emeralda, Storm Emerald or Emerald Storm?
All three names refer to the same set. The official romanization of ストームエメラルダ is "Storm Emeralda." Because "Emeralda" looks unusual in English, many collectors search for "Storm Emerald," "Emerald Storm" or "JP Storm Emeralda." Whichever name you use, the set code to look for is M6.
How Storm Emeralda fits into the MEGA expansion series
Storm Emeralda belongs to the MEGA (M-series) line of Japanese expansions, which puts Mega Evolution front and center. It is designed to work alongside other MEGA-era releases rather than as a standalone product. Several support cards reference mechanics shared across the line, so Mega-focused deck builders usually pick it up together with adjacent MEGA sets such as the M7 Aura Seeker box.
When Did Storm Emeralda Release, and Is the Pre-Order Still Open?
Storm Emeralda released in Japan on July 31, 2026, so the pre-order phase is over. Sealed M6 boxes are now sold as regular stock, and single cards from the set are listed separately. Check the product pages for current availability, since export stock moves quickly.
PokeNinJapan currently has three ways to buy into the set:
- M6 Box: the standard Storm Emeralda booster box listing linked at the top of this guide.
- Limited Sale M6 Box: a separate Limited Sale Storm Emeralda M6 Box listing. Check its page for terms and stock.
- Single cards: the Storm Emeralda M6 single card collection, which is also the easiest place to browse pictures of the individual cards.
For a closer look at which singles collectors are buying, see our Storm Emeralda single cards buyer's spotlight.
Is Storm Emeralda Available in English?
No. Storm Emeralda is a Japanese-language set with no simultaneous English release, so there is no English Storm Emeralda pre-order. Overseas collectors who want this exact product need the Japanese M6 Box, which Japan-based shops can ship internationally.
In the Pokémon TCG, cards from Japanese sets are often adapted into English expansions later, but the English set may carry a different name, combine cards from more than one Japanese set, or change the card list. If you specifically want the original Japanese artwork, packaging and print run, the Japanese release is the only way to get them. If you want English-language cards, wait for official English announcements before assuming a direct equivalent exists.
What Comes in a Japanese Storm Emeralda Booster Box and Pack?
Each Storm Emeralda booster pack contains 5 randomized cards. The set has no basic energy cards in its print run, so every slot is a set card rather than filler. A booster box gives you a larger sample of the print run for chasing Mega Rayquaza ex and completing the set.
What is the Japanese Storm Emeralda MSRP?
We don't quote prices in this guide, because pricing depends on distributor allocation and current stock. For the up-to-date figure, check the M6 Box or Limited Sale M6 Box product page directly. The price shown there is what you pay at checkout.
Booster box, single packs or single cards?
Collectors chasing Mega Rayquaza ex or a full playset of the new ex Pokémon usually go with a sealed booster box. Buyers who just want to try the set or need packs for a Sealed Play event can choose single packs where they are listed. If you only want specific cards, singles skip the randomness entirely.
| Format | What you get | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Storm Emeralda Booster Box (M6) | Sealed booster box of 5-card packs | Collectors chasing Mega Rayquaza ex and full set completion |
| Storm Emeralda Single Packs (M6) | Individual 5-card packs | Buyers testing the set or entering a Sealed Play event |
| Storm Emeralda Single Cards (M6) | Specific cards chosen by you | Players finishing a deck or collectors targeting one card |
New to buying sealed Japanese product? Our guide on how to buy Japanese Pokémon card booster boxes explains box formats and what to check before ordering.
Which Key Cards and Mechanics Define This Set?
The set centers on Mega Rayquaza ex, whose Storm Emeralda attack scales with the Fire and Lightning energy in play. It also introduces "Legendary Summit," a two-piece Stadium card. Supporting ex Pokémon such as Mega Gusokumusha ex and Yowashi ex add competitive options beyond the chase pulls.
Mega Rayquaza ex and the Storm Emeralda attack
Mega Rayquaza ex's ability triggers when it is placed onto the Bench. You look at the top 4 cards of your deck and attach a basic energy from among them directly to a Pokémon. Its signature attack, Storm Emeralda, scales its damage with the total number of Fire and Lightning energy attached across your board. The more you commit to a dual Fire/Lightning energy base, the harder it hits. Support cards such as the "Adventurer's Lantern" Trainer card fetch both energy types into your hand to fuel the attack faster.
Don't confuse this card with older Rayquaza printings from earlier eras, such as the {154/103} Rayquaza EX single. That is a different card from the M6 Mega Rayquaza ex.
Legendary Summit: the two-piece Stadium cards
"Legendary Summit" (伝説の山頂) is a pair of Stadium cards printed as matching left and right halves. With both halves in hand, you play them together as a single combined Stadium. Its effect reduces the number of Prize cards taken when a Colorless-type Pokémon is Knocked Out by an opponent's attack, which pairs directly with Mega Rayquaza ex's Colorless typing.
- The left and right halves count together toward the standard 4-copy deck limit.
- Japan's official deck-building tool registers them as a linked pair, not two separate slots.
Other notable ex Pokémon in the set
| Card | Role |
|---|---|
| Mega Gusokumusha ex | Deals significantly increased damage off a single Grass energy once the opponent's Pokémon already have damage counters |
| Yowashi ex | Recurring healing ability while in the Active Spot, plus an unusually high HP pool for a Basic ex that helps it stall early turns |
| Mega Rayquaza "cap" Pokémon variant | Ability attaches basic energy from the deck to every Pokémon wearing the Rayquaza cap, speeding up the energy count for the Storm Emeralda attack |
Why Did Collectors Pre-Order Instead of Waiting for Release?
Japan-exclusive Pokémon releases tend to follow the same cycle. Demand is strong at launch, stock sells out quickly, and secondary-market prices rise afterward. Pre-ordering secured units from the original distributor allocation before that cycle began, and the same logic applies to every future MEGA-era release.
Limited allocation for Japan-exclusive releases
Distributors allocate a fixed amount of stock to domestic retailers and a smaller, separate allocation to export-focused shops. Storm Emeralda is tied to a nationwide Mega Rayquaza promotional campaign, so domestic demand inside Japan was expected to be unusually high. That tightens the stock available for overseas fulfillment even further.
Avoiding post-release price inflation from resellers
Once a popular Japanese booster sells through its first print run, unopened boxes and packs commonly reappear on secondary marketplaces at a markup, sometimes well above the original retail price. Ordering through a store's official listing fills your order from distributor allocation rather than resold stock.
Getting genuine Japanese print runs
Buying from a Japan-based storefront also protects you against resealed boxes and product repackaged after being opened for singles. It matters most to collectors who want authentic Japanese-language artwork, print quality and packaging exactly as they left the printer.
How Do You Order Japanese Storm Emeralda from PokeNinJapan?
Ordering works like any normal checkout. Open the M6 Box listing, choose a quantity, add it to your cart and pay through the standard checkout. Pre-order listings follow the same process, with a reservation held against incoming stock instead of immediate dispatch.
Step-by-step checkout
- Open the Storm Emeralda M6 Box or Limited Sale M6 Box listing.
- Read the note section on the listing. Pre-order pricing can be finalized once the distributor confirms arrival information.
- Select your quantity and add it to your cart.
- Complete payment through the standard checkout.
- Watch for the confirmation email acknowledging your order or reservation.
What happens after you place a pre-order
A pre-order is held as a reservation against incoming stock rather than shipped immediately. If your cart mixes in-stock items with a pre-order, the entire order typically ships together once the pre-order item arrives. Many collectors therefore place pre-orders as standalone orders when they want other items sooner. PokeNinJapan uses the same reservation approach for other upcoming Japanese booster listings.
What Should International Buyers Expect for Shipping?
PokeNinJapan ships worldwide from Japan. Pre-ordered stock is dispatched once physical inventory arrives at the warehouse after the Japan release date, and in-stock orders ship through the normal process. Every shipment comes with a tracking number by email.
- Dispatch timing: pre-orders are fulfilled as soon as stock is confirmed in hand after release. They are not held indefinitely.
- Worldwide shipping: overseas buyers can get a Japan-exclusive booster like Storm Emeralda without going through a middleman reseller.
- Tracking: tracked shipping is standard, so you can follow the package from Japan to your door.
How Can You Buy Authentic Japanese Pokémon Boosters with Confidence?
Buy from a seller physically based in Japan. Product then comes from the same domestic distribution channels Japanese retailers use, which avoids the counterfeit and resealed-pack risks that appear whenever a popular set sells out. Cross-check set details against the official Pokémon Card Japan expansion page.
PokeNinJapan has operated since 2020 and has delivered more than 50,000 orders to collectors worldwide. Its catalog includes sealed Japanese Pokémon cards, One Piece Card Game product, Weiss Schwarz, Disney Lorcana, Dragon Ball cards, PSA graded cards, plush and figures. If you're comparing pack formats before you buy, our Japanese Pokémon packs buyer's guide covers what overseas collectors should know.
Which Other MEGA-Era Japanese Releases Are Worth a Look?
Collectors building a MEGA-era collection often pair Storm Emeralda with the M7 Aura Seeker box, the M7a MEGA × MEGA Parade box and the 30th Celebration boxes. Check each product page for current pre-order status and pricing.
- Aura Seeker (M7): the next MEGA booster box after M6. Read the full Aura Seeker buyer's guide.
- MEGA × MEGA Parade (M7a): listed as a pre-order M7a Box.
- 30th Celebration: PokeNinJapan lists a Chinese-language 30th Celebration box. Japanese 30th Celebration Card Set boxes are also available, including the Complete 9 Set Collection.
- Starter Set ex decks: for new players who want a ready-to-play deck, PokeNinJapan has also carried Starter Set ex decks featuring Eevee ex, Sprigatito & Meowscarada ex, and Zorua & Zoroark ex.
FAQ
When did Storm Emeralda release in Japan?
Storm Emeralda (M6) released in Japan on July 31, 2026, according to the official Pokémon Card Japan product page.
Is Storm Emeralda available in English?
No. It is a Japanese-language release with no simultaneous English version. Japanese cards are often adapted into English sets later, sometimes under a different set name and card list, so watch for official English announcements before assuming a direct equivalent exists.
Can I still pre-order a Japanese Storm Emeralda booster box?
The pre-order phase ended when the set released on July 31, 2026. PokeNinJapan lists the M6 Box and a Limited Sale M6 Box, so check those product pages for current availability.
What is the MSRP of a Japanese Storm Emeralda booster box?
Pricing changes with stock and distributor allocation, so this guide does not quote a price. The M6 Box product page always shows the current price.
How many cards come in each Storm Emeralda booster pack?
Each pack contains 5 randomized cards. The set has no basic energy cards in its print run, so every slot is a set card.
Does the set include Mega Rayquaza ex?
Yes. Mega Rayquaza ex is the headline card. Its ability attaches a basic energy from the top 4 cards of your deck, and its Storm Emeralda attack scales with the Fire and Lightning energy you have in play.
Should I buy a booster box or single packs?
A booster box suits collectors chasing Mega Rayquaza ex or full set completion. Single packs work for sampling the set or a Sealed Play event. If you only want specific cards, buying singles is usually the most direct route.
Is it Storm Emeralda or Storm Emerald?
The Japanese name is ストームエメラルダ, romanized as Storm Emeralda. Many collectors search for it as Storm Emerald or Emerald Storm, but these all refer to the same M6 set.