The Mega Greninja ex SIR leak from the upcoming CRI set (likely English Ninja Spinner/Chaos Rising, May 2026) has ignited Pokémon TCG communities. This Water-type Stage 2 Mega ex boasts 350 HP, a devastating spread Ability, and a flexible attack—positioning it as a potential meta-defining card post-April rotation. Leaked January 11, 2026, by trusted sources like @pokepullzhq, its authenticity is bolstered by artist match (@no33no, known for Lillie’s Clefairy), Japanese Ninja Spinner ties (March 13 JP), and text echoing classic Greninja BREAK.
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Table of Contents
- Leak Context & Credibility
- Full Card Stats
- Ability & Attack Breakdown
- Meta Viability & Deck Synergies
- Comparisons to Past Greninja
- Investment Potential
- Sample Deck Profile
- FAQs
Leak Context & Credibility
- Set: CRI (86 base cards, small main set post-Perfect Order). JP Ninja Spinner (Mar 13) confirms ninja theme; English May 2026.
- Rarity: SIR #116/086.
- Artist: Susumu Moeya (@no33no)—style matches Journey Together Clefairy/Sawsbuck.
- Proof: Attack “Ninja Spinner” aligns with JP teasers; prior leaker accurate (Kangaskhan IR). 80-90% community belief real.
Full Card Stats
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Type | Water (Stage 2 Mega ex) |
| HP | 350 (elite tankiness) |
| Evolves From | Greninja ex |
| Weakness | Lightning ×2 |
| Resistance | Fighting -20 |
| Retreat Cost | 2 |
| Rulebox | Mega ex (KO = 3 Prizes) |
| Artist | Susumu Moeya (@no33no) |
Visual: Dynamic ninja pose with spinning shuriken—premium SIR art expected to chase $200+ raw.
Ability & Attack Breakdown
- Ability: Mortal Shuriken Once per turn (Active Spot): Discard 1 Basic Water Energy from hand → Place 6 damage counters (180 damage) on any 1 opponent’s Pokémon. Game-changer: Free bench sniping/spread. No attack needed—disrupts Prize cards, stalls tanks. Synergizes with Energy discard enablers (e.g., Computer Search).
- Attack: Ninja Spinner [{W} {C} {C}] 120+ Discard top deck card. If Basic Energy: +80 damage (200 total). (Possible: Attach discarded Energy?) Versatile: 3-Energy efficient KO (200 hits most non-Megas). 50% +80 via deck thinning. Low-risk variance.
Damage Output Table (vs. Common Benchmarks):
| Scenario | Damage |
|---|---|
| Ability (1x/turn) | 180 |
| Attack (No Flip) | 120 |
| Attack (Energy Flip) | 200 |
| Combo (Ability + Attack) | 380 |
Meta Viability & Deck Synergies
Post-Rotation Tier Potential: S (Top 4)
- Strengths: Unmatched spread (180 non-attacking), 350 HP tanks prizes, 200 KO speed. Controls bench-heavy metas (e.g., Gardevoir, Dragapult).
- Weaknesses: Lightning meta (Pikachu ex?), setup reliant on Rare Candy/Path.
- Synergies (CRI leaks): Roxie’s Performance (opponent no retreat), AZ’s Tranquility SIR (switch/heal 80).
- Core Engine: Froakie/Frogadier/Greninja ex line + Manaphy (Energy protect), Pidgeot ex (search), Surfing Beach (free switches).
- Matchups: Crushes slow decks; vulnerable to fast Lightning/prioritize sniping.
Projected Win Rate: 55-65% in sims (LimitlessTCG early builds).
Comparisons to Past Greninja
| Card | HP | Key Effect | Damage Potential |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Greninja ex (Leak) | 350 | 180 spread Ability | 380 combo |
| Greninja ex (Twilight Masquerade) | 310 | Deck search (170) | 170 + utility |
| Greninja ex (Crimson Haze SAR) | 330 | Similar spread | 200+ |
| Greninja BREAK (XY) | 220 | Multi-hit Shuriken | Variable |
Upgrade: Tankier, consistent spread > search.
Investment Potential
- Chase Factor: Iconic Greninja + ninja art = instant hype. Parallels Moonbreon/Charizard SIRs.
- Pricing Projection (Raw/PSA 10):
| Timeline | Raw | PSA 10 |
|---|---|---|
| Release | $150-250 | $400+ |
| 6 Months | $300+ | $800+ |
| 1 Year | $500+ | $1,500+ |
- Drivers: Meta success, 30th anniv nostalgia, low SIR print. Buy JP Ninja Spinner sealed now.
Sample Deck Profile
Post-Rotation Mega Greninja (60 cards):
- Pokémon (22): 4 Froakie, 3 Frogadier, 4 Greninja ex, 3 Mega Greninja ex, 1 Manaphy, 1 Radiant Greninja, 1 Pidgeot ex, techs (Fezandipiti).
- Trainers (28): 4 Rare Candy, 4 Nest Ball, 3 Path to Vanguard, 2 Boss Dark Patch, 2 Roxie Performance, 1 AZ SIR, 2 Surfing Beach.
- Energy (10): 10 Basic Water.
Playstyle: Accelerate to Mega Active → Spread bench → Ninja KO Active. Win via disruption.
Conclusion
Mega Greninja ex SIR is a broken control monster—180 spread Ability redefines Water decks, potentially dominating post-rotation. Meta staple + collector chase = must-buy for players/investors. Await JP confirms March!
FAQs
Is the leak real?
High likelihood—artist/JP ties, trusted leaker.
Meta-breaking?
Yes—spread + 200 attack = Prize denial machine.
Buy now?
JP Ninja Spinner sealed; English preorders May.
Artist?
Susumu Moeya (@no33no)—stunning ninja art.
Updated January 19, 2026—Leak data from X/PokeBeach. More at articles!