Chilling Reign

Pokémon Chilling Reign

Pokémon TCG: Sword & Shield—Chilling Reign (swsh06) is the sixth main expansion of the Sword & Shield series, released on 18 June 2021. The set centres on the legendary Calyrex in its two powerful fused forms — Ice Rider Calyrex and Shadow Rider Calyrex — alongside the Galarian forms of Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres. Collectors prize it for its outstanding artwork, generous spread of Alternate Arts, and a deep pool of Secret Rare cards that make every pack worth opening.

Which Pokémon cards are in Chilling Reign?

Chilling Reign contains 233 cards, including standout V and VMAX Pokémon such as Ice Rider Calyrex VMAX, Shadow Rider Calyrex VMAX, Blaziken VMAX, Celebi VMAX, and the three Galarian legendary birds — Galarian Articuno V, Galarian Zapdos V, and Galarian Moltres V. The 35 Secret Rare slots include Rainbow Rare VMAX Pokémon (Blaziken, Celebi, Ice Rider Calyrex, Shadow Rider Calyrex, Metagross, Sandaconda, Slowking, and Tornadus), Full Art Supporter cards for fan favourites like Klara, Melony, Peony, and Flannery, and a selection of Gold Item and Energy cards including Echoing Horn, Fan of Waves, and Fog Crystal. The combination of powerful competitive cards and stunning alternate-art treatments made Chilling Reign one of the most sought-after sets of the Sword & Shield era.

Buying Chilling Reign cards

Chilling Reign was released in a variety of products to suit every collector and player:

Booster Pack — A single pack of 10 cards; the easiest entry point for filling gaps in your collection.
Booster Bundle — Six booster packs bundled together at a slight discount compared to individual packs.
Elite Trainer Box (Ice Rider Calyrex) — Eight booster packs, 65 card sleeves featuring Ice Rider Calyrex, damage counters, condition markers, and a player's guide.
Elite Trainer Box (Shadow Rider Calyrex) — The same premium contents as above, themed around Shadow Rider Calyrex.
Build & Battle Box — Four booster packs plus a 23-card Evolution pack with one of four exclusive alternate-art promo cards; great for prereleases and learning to build decks.