{"product_id":"abyss-eye-japanese-booster-pack","title":"Abyss Eye Japanese Booster Pack","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePokémon TCG: Abyss Eye – Japanese Booster Pack (M5)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Release Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 May 2026 \u003cstrong\u003eSet Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e M5 | Mega Evolution Series \u003cstrong\u003eEnglish Equivalent:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pitch Black (July 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAbyss Eye is the fifth Japanese Mega Evolution set, releasing on 22 May 2026. Inspired by the Mega Dimension DLC from Pokémon Legends: Z-A, the set marks the TCG debut of Mega Darkrai ex — one of the most iconic and long-awaited Mega Evolutions to return to the card game. The set leans heavily into themes of darkness, nightmares and the void, with Mega Darkrai ex at the centre of a Darkness-type core built around Special Conditions and control-based strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe reveal itself was a statement: The Pokémon Company deliberately delayed the official trailer reveal by four hours so that it would coincide precisely with the new moon in Japan — a rare piece of marketing theatre that set the tone for the set perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWith 81 base set cards and 36 Art Rare, Special Art Rare and Ultra Rare variants above regulation mark, Abyss Eye delivers a tight, focused card pool with strong collector appeal across every rarity tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🌑 \u003cstrong\u003eMega Darkrai ex – TCG Debut:\u003c\/strong\u003e The headline Mega Evolution and set mascot. Mega Darkrai ex makes its first ever appearance in the Pokémon TCG here, with Night Raid and Abyss Eye as its signature attacks — the latter delivering an instant knockout to any opponent's Active Pokémon already under a Special Condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e⚫ \u003cstrong\u003eDarkness-Type Strategic Core:\u003c\/strong\u003e The set is built around a cohesive Darkness-type identity, with Inkay, Malamar, Zarude, Chi-Yu and Morpeko ex forming strong supporting lines. Shadow Energy — an exclusive new Special Energy card that shields Benched Darkness Pokémon from all damage — adds a layer of defensive utility that complements Mega Darkrai ex's aggressive game plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🪨 \u003cstrong\u003eFossil Sub-Theme — Mega Excadrill ex \u0026amp; Rampardos ex:\u003c\/strong\u003e A distinct secondary theme anchors the Fighting-type block, with Mega Excadrill ex and Rampardos ex heading up a fossil Pokémon lineup alongside Annihilape, Mankey, Primeape and Koraidon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e👻 \u003cstrong\u003eStrong Ghost-Type Lineup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mega Chandelure ex leads a Ghost-type presence that includes Banette, Spiritomb, Marshadow, the Sinistea evolution line, and gym leader Gwynn — giving the set serious thematic depth beyond the Darkness core.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e🖼️ \u003cstrong\u003ePremium Japanese Rarity Structure:\u003c\/strong\u003e 117 cards in total — 81 base set numbers plus 36 Art Rare, Special Art Rare and Ultra Rare variants. Japanese print quality and rarity distribution make sealed product particularly appealing for collectors and rip-and-ship buyers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e💴 \u003cstrong\u003eFirst Set at New Pack Price Point:\u003c\/strong\u003e Abyss Eye is the first Japanese Mega Evolution release at the new 200 yen pack RRP, up from 180 yen — reflecting rising material costs confirmed by Creatures Inc. earlier this year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotable Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMega Darkrai ex\u003c\/strong\u003e — Set mascot and primary chase card. Night Raid hits for 110 damage base, or 220 if any of your Benched Pokémon carry damage counters. Abyss Eye delivers an instant KO against any Special Condition-affected Active Pokémon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMega Excadrill ex\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fighting-type Mega anchoring the fossil sub-theme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMega Chandelure ex\u003c\/strong\u003e — Ghost-type Mega with strong collector appeal and artwork that's already drawing attention from the community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMorpeko ex\u003c\/strong\u003e — Darkness-type support ex rounding out the aggressive Darkness lineup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLurantis ex, Wailord ex, Tapu Koko ex\u003c\/strong\u003e — Additional ex cards offering type spread beyond the Darkness and Fighting cores.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShadow Energy\u003c\/strong\u003e — New exclusive Special Energy shielding Benched Darkness Pokémon from all damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDark Bell\u003c\/strong\u003e — Key Trainer card supporting the Darkness archetype.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBooster Pack Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e5 cards per pack (Japanese format)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e30 packs per sealed booster box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e81 base set cards + 36 AR\/SAR\/UR variants (117 cards total)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eJapanese print quality — consistent centring and structured rarity distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eEnglish equivalent (Pitch Black) releases July 2026, making Japanese sealed product the earliest available entry point for this set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAbyss Eye is a tightly focused, atmospherically distinct set built around one of the most anticipated Mega Evolution debuts in recent TCG history. Mega Darkrai ex arrives with genuine competitive bite — its instant-KO mechanic and strong Night Raid damage output make it immediately relevant — while the Ghost-type lineup, fossil sub-theme and Shadow Energy give the set real depth beyond its headline card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eAs a Japanese release ahead of the English equivalent, it offers the premium print quality and early-market positioning that makes sealed Japanese product consistently attractive for collectors and investors. Whether you're chasing Mega Darkrai ex in Art Rare or Special Art Rare format, exploring the set's broader Darkness strategy, or holding sealed product ahead of the July English release, Abyss Eye is one of the key sets of the 2026 Mega Evolution lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Collectors Emporium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53931196973398,"sku":"PJ164","price":4.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0932\/1509\/7174\/files\/AbyssEye_Custom.png?v=1779275867","url":"https:\/\/thecollectorsemporium.com\/products\/abyss-eye-japanese-booster-pack","provider":"The Collectors Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}