Mega Darkrai ex: which booster box is the card in?
Mega Darkrai ex is found in the French-language set Pitch Black (ME05), released on 17 July 2026: so it is in ME05 booster packs (booster display, Elite Trainer Box, Booster Bundle, blisters) that you need to look for it. In Japanese, it comes from the Abyss Eye (M5) set. In both languages, the card exists in four versions, from double rare to the rarest card in the list.
The card in a nutshell
Darkrai, the Mythical Pokémon associated with nightmares, is one of the new Mega Evolutions introduced by the Pokémon Legends: Z-A DLC, and the TCG naturally gives it a Mega ex card. Its card is a Darkness type with 280 HP. Like all Mega ex, it gives up three Prize cards to your opponent when it is Knocked Out.
It headlines Pitch Black: you will find it on one of the four booster pack artworks and on the set's Elite Trainer Box.
The four French versions
| Number | Rarity | What sets it apart |
|---|---|---|
| 048/084 | Double rare | The main-list version |
| 101/084 | Ultra rare | Full-art version |
| 116/084 | Special illustration rare | Scenic illustration, highly sought after |
| 120/084 | Mega hyper rare | The last card in the set |
A number above 084 indicates a secret card. The English version (Pitch Black) uses the same numbering.
Which French product should you look in?
Every Pitch Black booster pack can contain Mega Darkrai ex, whatever product it comes in. The difference lies in the number of packs, and therefore the number of attempts:
- The ME05 booster display: the most packs, so the logical choice if you are hunting the card when opening.
- The ME05 Elite Trainer Box: featuring Mega Darkrai, with 9 booster packs and Darkrai card sleeves in its international version. It is the most "Darkrai" product in the range, even though it does not guarantee the card.
- The 6-pack Booster Bundle and the 3-pack blister: to try your luck on a smaller scale.
An honest reminder: pull rates for rare cards are not published, and no sealed product guarantees a specific card. If it is the card itself you want at all costs, opening packs remains a gamble.
Our advice: choose the format based on the opening experience you are after, not just the card you are chasing. A display shared between friends, an ETB as a gift for a Darkrai fan or a few packs to discover the set are all good ways to go hunting for it. And whatever the product, always check the condition of the shrink-wrap and the box on delivery: our anti-counterfeit checklist tells you what to look for.
What about Japanese?
Mega Darkrai ex first appeared in Japan in Abyss Eye (M5), released on 22 May 2026. There are also four versions there, numbered 46, 99, 114 and 118 out of 81. Japanese boxes contain 5-card booster packs, in a more compact format than French packs.
Going Japanese makes sense if you collect cards for their look or want to complete the MEGA series in that language. To compare, see our Japanese or French booster box guide.
Protecting the card once you've pulled it
The secret versions deserve immediate protection: a sleeve, then a toploader or rigid case. If you are considering grading, handle the card as little as possible and inspect its edges and surface before protecting it. Our toploader and grading guides explain the steps, and accessories are available in our catalogue.
FAQ
Which French set is Mega Darkrai ex in?
Pitch Black (ME05), the fifth set in the Mega Evolution block, released on 17 July 2026.
What is the rarest version of Mega Darkrai ex?
The mega hyper rare, numbered 120/084, which is also the last card in the set.
Is Mega Darkrai ex guaranteed in the Elite Trainer Box?
No. Darkrai is on the box and the card sleeves, but the booster packs inside are random like any others.
How do I request a Pitch Black booster display from Rarix?
Add it to your request list from the Mega collection, or contact us.