Blue Impact and Red Flash (XY6, 2015): English Equivalent Roaring Skies
By Dexhaul Team · October 19, 2026 · 6 min read
Japanese Blue Impact and Red Flash, both released March 14, 2015 under the XY6 series code, are the source sets for English XY Roaring Skies, which launched May 6, 2015.
The two JP halves split the set by type theme: Blue Impact centers on Dragon-type Pokémon and introduced M Rayquaza EX, while Red Flash focuses on Psychic and Fairy types and is home to Shaymin EX. Together they fed into one 108-card English set.
That two-to-one structure is the defining fact of XY6. A Japanese collector buying Blue Impact packs is drawing from a Dragon-focused pool, while a Roaring Skies EN box pulls from a combined card list. The gap matters for targeted pulls.
Set at a Glance
The table below uses release data from Limitless TCG (JP XY6) and the Bulbapedia entry for XY Roaring Skies.
| Detail | Japanese: Blue Impact / Red Flash (XY6) | English: XY Roaring Skies |
|---|---|---|
| Set code (on card) | XY6 | XY6 (ROS) |
| Release date | March 14, 2015 | May 6, 2015 |
| JP structure | Two themed halves: Blue Impact (Dragon) and Red Flash (Psychic/Fairy) | Single combined set |
| EN set size | N/A (two JP sets) | 108 cards + secret rares above 108 |
| Key chase cards | M Rayquaza EX (Blue Impact), Shaymin EX (Red Flash) | M Rayquaza EX (76/108), Shaymin EX (77/108) |
| Set gap to EN | N/A | 53 days |
Both JP prints and the EN set share the XY6 set code on the card's lower-left corner, which matters for anyone using the code to identify a card's origin set. An XY6 code on a card tells you it's from this release window, regardless of language.
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Two Japanese Sets, One English Set
Most XY-era Japanese sets map one-to-one to an English set: one JP release feeds one EN release with extra cards added in translation. XY6 is the exception. Blue Impact and Red Flash launched simultaneously in Japan with different thematic focuses.
Blue Impact carries Dragon-type Pokémon as its headline group, with Rayquaza EX and M Rayquaza EX as the two pull targets. Red Flash leads with Psychic-types, anchored by Jirachi and Shaymin EX.
The English release merged both halves and filled out the 108-card list with additional cards not in either JP standalone set. A sealed Roaring Skies EN box therefore draws from a broader combined pool than either JP equivalent would offer individually.
Top Chase Cards: JP to EN Card Number Crosswalk
| Card name | JP source set | EN Roaring Skies number | Rarity tier |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rayquaza EX | Blue Impact | 75/108 | Ultra Rare |
| M Rayquaza EX (regular) | Blue Impact | 76/108 | Ultra Rare |
| Shaymin EX (Set Up) | Red Flash | 77/108 | Ultra Rare |
| Shaymin EX Full Art | Red Flash | 106/108 | Full Art Ultra Rare |
| M Rayquaza EX Full Art (colorless) | Blue Impact | 97/108 | Full Art Ultra Rare |
| M Rayquaza EX Full Art (green) | Blue Impact | 98/108 | Full Art Ultra Rare |
Shaymin EX at 77/108 became one of the most widely played draw engines in the 2015-2016 Standard format. Its "Set Up" ability lets you draw until you hold 6 cards when you play it from your hand, making it a consistency staple rather than an attacker. That competitive demand drove secondary market prices independently of the set's Dragon-type identity.
M Rayquaza EX appears in three versions in EN Roaring Skies: the Dragon-type regular (76/108), a colorless Full Art (97/108), and a green Dragon-type Full Art (98/108). All three originated in Japanese Blue Impact. Graders and completionists typically target all three forms.
Japanese or English: A Practical Guide
Targeted collecting
If your goal is specifically M Rayquaza EX, Japanese Blue Impact packs improve the odds because they draw only from the Dragon-type half. Every pack in a Blue Impact box is pulling from a smaller set with the Rayquaza cards concentrated in it.
For Shaymin EX, Red Flash is the equivalent. Neither JP option is the same as a full EN Roaring Skies box, which spreads the same cards across a larger combined pool.
Price per pack
EN Roaring Skies single booster packs are observed at $100 USD from independent sellers as of October 2026. Booster boxes range from around $2,000 to $6,000+ USD depending on seller and condition. Japanese Blue Impact and Red Flash packs are niche imports now, typically available through specialist Japanese TCG sellers.
Play legality
Japanese and English prints of the same card are both tournament-legal under the same format rules. Translated text takes precedence in sanctioned play. Verify with the Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the current language policy at any specific event.
Grading
PSA and BGS grade both JP and EN prints. The three M Rayquaza EX Full Art variants (76/108, 97/108, 98/108) have strong grading interest in the XY vintage collector market. Shaymin EX at 77/108 grades frequently due to its volume of play. Both JP and EN versions are graded, but set-completion graders typically work through EN Roaring Skies because the single set covers all variants.
Browse XY-era Japanese and English Roaring Skies singles, sealed packs, and booster boxes at DexHaul's Japanese TCG cards page. For XY-era protective sleeves and binders, the TCG binders guide covers options suited to vintage singles at these price points.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Japanese name for XY Roaring Skies?
The Japanese source sets are Blue Impact (Dragon-type focus) and Red Flash (Psychic/Fairy-type focus), both released March 14, 2015 under the XY6 series code. English Roaring Skies followed on May 6, 2015, combining cards from both Japanese halves into a single 108-card set.
Does Blue Impact have the same cards as Roaring Skies?
No. Blue Impact covers the Dragon-type portion of XY6, including Rayquaza EX and M Rayquaza EX. Red Flash covers the Psychic/Fairy portion, including Shaymin EX. English Roaring Skies combines both halves plus additional cards not present in either standalone Japanese set, so the full 108-card EN list is larger than either JP half individually.
What is the most valuable card in Roaring Skies?
The chase cards depend on what market you follow. M Rayquaza EX in its three forms (76/108, 97/108, 98/108) draws collector demand. Shaymin EX at 77/108 and its Full Art at 106/108 remain sought after due to their role as competitive staples in the 2015-2016 Standard season. Confirm current pricing from graded card marketplaces before buying or submitting.
Are Japanese Blue Impact and Red Flash tournament legal?
Japanese prints of cards from XY6 are generally tournament-legal under the same format rules as their English equivalents, subject to the current Pokémon TCG tournament rules on foreign-language cards. Roaring Skies is a vintage set and is not currently in the Standard or Expanded formats; verify with your specific event organiser.
Does Roaring Skies have secret rare cards?
Yes. Secret rares in XY Roaring Skies are numbered above the base set total of 108, following standard XY-era secret rare numbering. Check Limitless TCG for the full JP and EN card lists with confirmed numbers for each version.
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