~1 in 4
Any SAR per box
~1 in 15+
Gold Mega Darkrai
SGD ~700
Mega Darkrai SAR raw
3 ARs
Guaranteed per box
TL;DR — Quick Verdict
Mega Darkrai SAR by Akira Igawa is the set's crown jewel. Day-one Japanese price at ~SGD 700 raw, with strong long-term hold appeal given Darkrai's popularity and the artist's track record.
Gold Mega Darkrai opened at ~SGD 1,380 in Japan on day one. Estimated odds around 1 per 15–20 boxes make it a true case-breaker-level pull.
Strong floor — every box guarantees 3 Art Rares plus at least one Secret Rare tool card. Two-hit boxes (additional SAR or SR) have been observed. Better opening feel than many recent Mega evo sets.
One or two boxes for the experience makes sense. Chasing the Mega Darkrai SAR or Gold through cracking is statistically expensive — buying the single from secondary market is the smarter play.
About Abyss Eye
Abyss Eye is a Japanese Pokémon TCG set released in May 2026, centred around Mega Darkrai EX (known as Mega Darkrai in some regional translations). The English version is expected to release as Pitch Black. With artwork by Akira Igawa on the headline chase card, this set has generated some of the most positive community buzz of any 2026 Mega Evolution era release.
The set leans heavily into Dark, Ghost, and Fossil-type Pokémon — Litwick, Chandelure, Spiritomb, Bastiodon, Cranados, and Rampardos all feature prominently — with Mega Zerora EX and Mega Chandelure EX rounding out the Mega EX lineup alongside the main event, Mega Darkrai EX.
Community reaction to the set has been overwhelmingly positive. Multiple creators called it the strongest Mega Evolution set of 2026 so far, praising the depth of chase options — two highly sought-after SARs (Mega Darkrai and Gwyn) instead of the usual one-card set. The Gwyn full art and Misty full art also punched above their rarity tier at launch.
Supply warning at launch
Abyss Eye launched with very constrained supply in Japan. Reports emerged of shops not receiving their full Pokémon Center orders, people camping outside convenience stores overnight, and lottery systems locking out non-Japanese ID holders from Pokémon Center online. Some packs also showed printing quality issues (off-centring, edge damage) — worth noting if you are planning to crack and grade.
Set Size & Pack Structure
Set Size
81 numbered cards + approximately 20 secret rares (numbered above 81)
Box Size
30 packs per booster box
Pack Price (Japan)
200 yen/pack (increased from 180 yen in prior sets); ~6,000 yen per box
Mega EX Cards
Mega Darkrai EX, Mega Zerora EX, Mega Chandelure EX, Mega Excadrill EX, Wailord EX. Expect 1–2 per box.
Art Rares (ARs)
Multiple unique ARs including Slowbro, Armarouge, Primarina, Goldeen, and more. Guaranteed 3 per box.
Special Art Rares (SARs)
Mega Darkrai, Gwyn, Mega Zerora, Mega Chandelure, Gladion, Morco. Not guaranteed per box — ~1 per 4 boxes.
Pull Rate Data
Combined data from community box openings and 8 personal boxes (May 2026). Numbers are estimates, not officially published odds.
Per Booster Box (30 Packs) — Expected
| Card Type | Expected Per Box | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mega EX Cards | 1–2 | Consistent; Mega Darkrai EX most common EX in set |
| Art Rares (ARs) | 3 (guaranteed) | Multiple unique ARs in set — Slowbro, Armarouge, Primarina among the most popular |
| Secret Rare (tool/item) | 1 (guaranteed) | Minimum 1 item/tool SR per box; some boxes contain 2+ SRs |
| SAR (Special Art Rare) | ~0.25 (1 per 4 boxes) | Not guaranteed; spread across 6 SARs in the set |
| Mega Darkrai SAR specifically | ~0.1–0.15 (1 per 8–12 boxes) | 1 of 6 SARs in the set |
| Gold Mega Darkrai (MUR) | ~0.05–0.07 (1 per 15–20 boxes) | Ultra rare; the single gold card of the set |
Note on two-hit boxes: Several community openings confirmed "two-hit" boxes — either two SARs in one box, or a SAR plus additional SR hits. This is similar to the Ninja Spinner box structure. While not the norm, two-hit boxes happen often enough that each box has a modest upside beyond its guaranteed floor.
Our 8-Box Opening — Personal Observations
We personally opened 8 boxes of Abyss Eye on release day and tracked every hit. Here is what came out:
| Hit Type | Our Result (8 Boxes) | Expected (8 Boxes) |
|---|---|---|
| Art Rares (ARs) | ~24 | ~24 ✓ |
| Secret Rare tools/items | 8+ | ~8 ✓ |
| Any SAR | 2 | ~2 ✓ |
| Mega Darkrai SAR | 1 ✓ | 0–1 (on the lucky end) |
| Gold Mega Darkrai (MUR) | 1 ✓✓ | 0 (significantly above average) |
We hit both top chases in 8 boxes
Pulling 1 Gold Mega Darkrai and 1 Mega Darkrai SAR from a single 8-box run is well above statistical expectation. The Gold alone is estimated at roughly 1 per 15–20 boxes, so landing it in 8 is fortune — not the norm. This is the equivalent of hitting the jackpot and then immediately winning again.
Do not use our personal run as your baseline expectation. The data from community openings (multiple creators across 5+ boxes) is more representative: SAR rate is about 1 per 4 boxes for any SAR, with the Gold being significantly rarer.
Centering note from our boxes
Multiple cards across our 8 boxes showed noticeable top-heavy centering — significant bottom border compared to top. This is consistent with reports across the community. If you are pulling with grading intent, check top-to-bottom centering carefully. Left-to-right was generally clean in our pulls.
The Chase Cards Explained
Gold Mega Darkrai (Mega Darkrai Gold UR)
The single gold card of the entire set and the rarest pull in Abyss Eye. Day-one Japanese sales hit approximately 160,000 yen (~$1,000 USD / ~SGD 1,380). Like all gold cards in the Mega Evolution era, this commands a commanding premium that tends to hold even as set prices correct — the extreme rarity keeps supply permanently capped.
Day-One JP (USD)
~$1,000
Day-One JP (SGD)
~SGD 1,380
English Launch Est.
~$1,100–1,600
Pull Odds
~1 per 15–20 boxes
Strategy note: At roughly 15–20 boxes to statistically hit one Gold, you are spending $890–1,480 USD (SGD 1,200–2,000+) at import prices to chase a card you can buy for ~$1,000 USD. Buy direct on the secondary market unless you are opening for content or the fun of it.
Mega Darkrai SAR (Special Art Rare — Akira Igawa)
The card the community actually wants in their binder. Illustrated by Akira Igawa — one of the most celebrated Pokémon TCG artists — the SAR depicts Mega Darkrai against a deep black background that perfectly embodies the "Pitch Black" set identity. This is the kind of artwork that retains value regardless of the Pokémon's competitive standing.
Mechanically, Mega Darkrai EX has a 3-energy attack that instantly knocks out any opponent's Pokémon already affected by a special condition — a very usable combo with the Dark Bell trainer card (which inflicts confusion on both active Pokémon unless they are Dark type).
Day-One JP (USD)
~$520
Day-One JP (SGD)
~SGD 700
English Launch Est.
~$700–900
Pull Odds
~1 per 8–12 boxes
Comparable to: Any Akira Igawa Pokémon SAR tends to hold value well — the artist's other major sets have shown strong long-term price floors. Darkrai's consistent popularity as a fan favourite and the quality of this specific artwork make it one of the stronger long-term hold SARs of 2026.
Mega Zerora SAR
The second Mega SAR in the set and a card that surprised some with its strong pull reception. Mega Zerora has an attack that scales with energy attached — 60 damage per energy — making it both visually striking and potentially playable. Day-one price at approximately 10,000 yen (~SGD 86).
Day-One JP (USD)
~$60
Day-One JP (SGD)
~SGD 86
English Launch Est.
~$75–105
Pull Odds
~1 per 16–24 boxes
All SARs in Abyss Eye — Ranked by Day-One Value
| SAR Card | JP Price (Yen) | USD | SGD | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mega Darkrai SAR | ~83,000¥ | ~$520 | ~SGD 700 | Akira Igawa art; top-tier long-term hold |
| Gwyn SAR | ~22,000¥ | ~$140 | ~SGD 190 | Legends: ZA character; highly playable support card |
| Mega Zerora SAR | ~10,000¥ | ~$60 | ~SGD 86 | Energy-scaling attack; visually strong card |
| Morco SAR | ~8,500¥ | ~$55 | ~SGD 73 | Popular Pokémon; shuffle draw utility |
| Mega Chandelure SAR | ~7,500¥ | ~$47 | ~SGD 64 | Retreat-cost synergy deck potential |
| Gladion SAR | ~4,000¥ | ~$25 | ~SGD 34 | Connected art with Silvally; non-rulebox damage boost |
Day-one prices only. Expect significant movement as supply settles over 2–4 weeks.
Notable Full Arts & Other Hits
| Card | JP Price (Yen) | USD | SGD | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Mega Darkrai (MUR) | ~160,000¥ | ~$1,000 | ~SGD 1,380 | #1 most valuable card in set |
| Misty Full Art | ~8,000¥ | ~$50 | ~SGD 69 | No SAR in this set; Misty fans will still want this |
| Gwyn Full Art | ~8,000¥ | ~$50 | ~SGD 69 | Full art punching above its weight due to playability |
| Mega Chandelure Full Art | ~1,300¥ | ~$8 | ~SGD 11 | Accessible entry for Chandelure fans |
| Mega Darkrai EX (Full Art) | ~2,300¥ | ~$15 | ~SGD 20 | Solid card for playing; not the version collectors want |
| Slowbro AR | ~1,500–2,000¥ | ~$9–12 | ~SGD 13–17 | Most-requested AR in the set from community |
| Armarouge AR | ~1,200–1,800¥ | ~$7–11 | ~SGD 10–15 | Strong artwork; popular pull in box openings |
| Primarina AR | ~1,000–1,500¥ | ~$6–9 | ~SGD 9–13 | Fan favourite; appeared in multiple openings |
AR prices estimated from early secondary market data. Day-one prices often drop significantly within 2–4 weeks as supply increases.
Key Trainer Cards to Know
Dark Bell (Tool)
Inflicts confusion on both active Pokémon unless they are Dark type. Pairs directly with Mega Darkrai EX's instant-KO attack.
Misty (Supporter)
Search your deck for up to 4 basic Water Energy, attach them all to one Pokémon, then your turn ends. Enables fast Wailord EX setups.
Gwyn (Supporter)
Discard up to 2 non-rulebox Pokémon from your hand; draw 3 for each discarded. Strong hand refresher. Explains the full art's premium pricing.
Special Dark Energy
Provides Dark energy plus bonus effect. Synergises with the Dark Bell and Mega Darkrai combo deck.
Price Guide (USD & SGD)
USD is the base reference currency (from observed Japanese secondary market data). SGD conversions at approximately 1 USD = 1.35 SGD. Day-one prices, May 2026 — expect movement as supply settles.
| Card | JP Day-One (USD) | JP Day-One (SGD) | English Launch Est. | Long-Term Hold Est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Mega Darkrai | ~$1,000 | ~SGD 1,380 | ~$1,100–1,600 / SGD 1,800–2,200 | ~$900–1,200 / SGD 1,200–1,600 |
| Mega Darkrai SAR | ~$520 | ~SGD 700 | ~$700–900 / SGD 950–1,200 | ~$370–520 / SGD 500–700 |
| Gwyn SAR | ~$140 | ~SGD 190 | ~$185–260 / SGD 250–350 | ~$90–150 / SGD 120–200 |
| Mega Zerora SAR | ~$60 | ~SGD 86 | ~$75–105 / SGD 100–140 | ~$45–65 / SGD 60–90 |
| Misty Full Art | ~$50 | ~SGD 69 | ~$60–90 / SGD 80–120 | ~$30–50 / SGD 40–70 |
| Gwyn Full Art | ~$50 | ~SGD 69 | ~$60–75 / SGD 80–100 | ~$30–45 / SGD 40–60 |
| Other SARs (avg) | ~$25–55 | ~SGD 35–75 | ~$37–75 / SGD 50–100 | ~$18–45 / SGD 25–60 |
| Top ARs (Slowbro, Armarouge) | ~$9–12 | ~SGD 13–17 | ~$13–22 / SGD 18–30 | ~$6–13 / SGD 8–18 |
| Standard ARs | ~$6–9 | ~SGD 9–13 | ~$9–15 / SGD 12–20 | ~$4–9 / SGD 5–12 |
*All projections are estimates based on comparable Mega Evolution era set performance. Not financial advice. Day-one JP prices often drop 20–40% within the first month before stabilising.
Singapore Buying Guide
Where to Buy Abyss Eye in Singapore
Abyss Eye arrives via Japanese import before any official Singapore distribution. Stock moves fast — call ahead or check Carousell and Telegram channels before visiting.
Concept City
139 Jalan Besar · Daily 10am–11pm
Wide Japanese set stock, reliable for import sets on release week
Cardboard Collectible
277 Orchard Rd, Orchard Gateway · Daily 12pm–10pm
Central location, good for singles and sealed product
Bricks Play
183 Toa Payoh Central · Wed–Mon 1pm–8pm
Active Pokemon community, Pokemon Gym events
Dueller's Point
450 Hougang Ave 10 · Daily 2pm–11pm
Northeast region, late opening hours convenient for after-work runs
OBO Collectibles
261 Waterloo St · Daily 1pm–9pm
Good singles rotation, check for Mega Darkrai SAR availability
Carousell & Telegram Groups
Pokemon Cards Singapore, SG TCG Trading
Best for sourcing singles and negotiating prices on SARs
Single vs Box: Which Makes Sense?
Buying the Mega Darkrai SAR single → Best ROI
Buy raw from local shops or Carousell at SGD 650–750 and hold for the English release. Direct exposure to the upside without box variance.
1–2 boxes → Best experience
At an estimated SGD 85–120 per imported box, you get 3 guaranteed ARs, a tool SR hit, and a real shot at a SAR. The opening experience in Abyss Eye is strong — this is a set worth cracking at least once.
Chasing the Gold through opening → Not recommended
At ~1 per 15–20 boxes, cracking for the Gold Mega Darkrai means spending SGD 1,275–2,400+ at import prices on a card you can buy for ~SGD 1,380. The math does not work unless you want the box-opening content.
Should You Grade a Mega Darkrai SAR?
With a raw price of approximately SGD 700, the Mega Darkrai SAR is comfortably in PSA submission territory. A PSA 10 on this card — particularly if the English set launches strong as Pitch Black — could realistically reach SGD 1,500–2,500 based on how comparable high-value Mega Evolution SARs have performed once graded.
Centering caution before you submit
Community reports and our personal pulls confirm centering issues are present in Abyss Eye — particularly top-heavy cards (too much bottom border). A card with poor centering is unlikely to achieve PSA 10 and will not justify grading fees. Inspect carefully under consistent lighting before deciding to submit.
Grade if:
- ✓ You pulled it fresh from your own pack
- ✓ Centering is clean — balanced top-to-bottom and left-to-right
- ✓ No visible print lines or surface blemishes
- ✓ You are holding for 12+ months for the English release cycle
- ✓ Card value justifies the PSA fee (it does at SGD 700+)
Skip grading if:
- ✗ Card has obvious top-heavy centering (common in this set)
- ✗ You plan to sell quickly — grading adds months to your timeline
- ✗ Secondary market copy with unknown handling history
- ✗ Any visible surface damage — this set had production quality reports
Singapore grading tip
Submit via Oxley Grading (190 Clemenceau Ave, Singapore Shopping Centre) for PSA submissions to the US. The USA route costs slightly more but saves 2–3 months on turnaround versus the Japan route. See our full PSA grading guide for Singapore for current fee tiers.
How Abyss Eye Compares to Other Mega Evolution Sets
vs Ninja Spinner
Ninja Spinner had one dominant chase (Mega Greninja S) and not much else. Abyss Eye has two strong SARs (Mega Darkrai and Gwyn), a more expansive Art Rare lineup, and a more visually cohesive theme. Community sentiment is stronger for Abyss Eye across the board.
vs Phantasmal Flames
Both sets concentrate their headline value into a single Mega SAR. Phantasmal Flames had Mega Charizard, Abyss Eye has Mega Darkrai. Charizard commanded a higher price at launch; Darkrai is more of a dark-horse fan favourite. Abyss Eye has a richer supporting cast beyond the top chase.
vs Mega Dream
Mega Dream (which included Mega Dragonite) is the closest structural comparison — a Mega SAR with a divisive Pokémon design that the community still wanted for the artwork. The Akira Igawa artwork on Mega Darkrai is widely considered superior to that set's headline card. Bullish signal if the comparison holds.
Disclaimer: Pull rate data is based on personal box openings (8 boxes, May 2026) combined with community box opening observations across multiple YouTube creators. Sample sizes are small — treat these as directional estimates, not statistically confirmed odds. SGD prices converted from observed Japanese secondary market sales at approximately 100 JPY = 0.86 SGD and will change as the market evolves. All price projections are opinion-based estimates and not financial advice.