The Pokémon TCG rumor mill is sparkling with leaks about “Radiant Ruby & Shining Sapphire”, a heavily speculated dual set for 2026 that could revive Hoenn’s Ruby/Sapphire era with Mega Rayquaza ex and shiny-themed mechanics! First leaked in TCGTracker’s viral September 29 X post (86K views, 740 likes), this pair appears alongside Shadow Storm, Emerald Surge, Legendary Dreams, and Eternals (30th anniversary) in a list of upcoming expansions. Japanese sources like BLACKey (297K views) and PokeBeach forums tie it to Gen 3 nostalgia, potentially as a “shiny Hoenn 151” with Radiant/Illustration rares and Mega focus. While unconfirmed, trademarks and sell sheet hints point to a Q3 2026 release. At CardChill.com, we’re unpacking the leaks, speculated cards, and hype—explore our Pokémon TCG sets for previews or Pokémon cards for chases.
Leak Origins: TCGTracker’s List & Community Frenzy
TCGTracker’s post listed Radiant Ruby/Shining Sapphire as a mainline pair post-Phantasmal Flames, sparking 86K views. X users like PokeHEX (362K views) call it “Gen 3 151-esque,” with BLACKey confirming “レディアントルビー & シャイニングサファイア” trademarks. Reddit r/PokeLeaks debates Hoenn focus (Rayquaza, Groudon/Kyogre), tying to Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire’s 10th anniversary. PokeBeach notes it follows MEGA Dream ex (Japan November 28), possibly May-June 2026 English.
Speculated Cards: Hoenn Megas & Shiny Legends
Leaks hint at:
- Mega Rayquaza ex: Dragon/Flying with Delta Stream; SIR with emerald storm art.
- Shiny Groudon ex / Kyogre ex: Primal duo with radiant/shining variants.
- Rayquaza VSTAR reprints: Crown Zenith-style with Hoenn flair.
- Rarities: Radiant (gold hyper) Ruby, Shining (silver hyper) Sapphire; 50+ secrets.
- Size: Dual 150-180 cards each, like Black Bolt/White Flare.
Fans speculate shiny Hoenn starters and Mega Latios/Latias.
Release Speculation: Dual Mainline Set Q3 2026
- Japan: April-May 2026 High Class Pack style (¥5,500/box).
- English: July-August 2026 booster sets (Booster Boxes $144.99 MSRP each).
- Pricing: JP boxes $130-150 USD; English Wave 1 $220+ scalped.
Market Impact: Hoenn Hype Investment Wave
Radiant Ruby/Shining Sapphire could explode like 151 (200% sealed growth)—Mega Rayquaza ex SIR projected $450+ raw. Dual set scarcity = 40-60% ROI. JP arbitrage $130 → $180 English resale (38% profit).
Community Hype: Hoenn Revival Fever
TCGTracker’s post (740 likes) and PokeHEX (36K views) fuel X buzz, fans hyped for “shiny Rayquaza god pack.” Reddit r/PokeLeaks (400 upvotes) debates ORAS ties.
Radiant Ruby & Shining Sapphire rumors promise Hoenn thunder post-MEGA Dream ex. For confirmed sets, visit Pokémon TCG sets or Pokémon cards.
