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What started as a mysterious trademark now looks more and more like it is heading for a big reveal. The name “Ninja Spinner”, which surfaced in Japan a few months ago, fits perfectly with the picture of the new Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution series.
And although there is no official confirmation yet, everything points to Mega Greninja ex being on the way.

From trademark to hype: Ninja Spinner

When the trademark Ninja Spinner first appeared, the internet went wild. The name immediately brings to mind ninjas, shuriken and speed — exactly what Greninja embodies. The TCG community also recognised the familiar pattern of earlier set registrations, which got the speculation going fast.

By now we know that the Pokémon TCG is working on a big Mega Evolution revival, and Ninja Spinner seems to fit that theme seamlessly. So it is no surprise that many fans think Greninja (or Mega Greninja) will play the lead role in this upcoming set.

Why Mega Greninja is so likely

Greninja has been a popular Pokémon in the franchise for years, with promos, special boxes and iconic artwork. Now that the TCG is betting on Mega Evolutions again, it seems almost inevitable that Greninja will finally get a Mega form in the TCG as well.

The name Ninja Spinner also fits Greninja’s character perfectly: the ninja frog who pelts his enemies with water shuriken. Add the recent Mega block to that and the chances are good that we will soon see a Mega Greninja ex card, even though nothing has been officially confirmed yet.

The Mega Evolution series is taking shape

What we do know is that the Pokémon TCG is working on a run of sets that revolve entirely around Mega Evolutions.
After releases such as Mega Brave and Inferno X, we expect Ninja Spinner to be the next step within this Mega period.

If the trend continues, Ninja Spinner will highlight the stealthy, fast side of Mega Evolutions — a perfect thematic match for Greninja.

A look back: from speculation to expectation

When the trademark was first registered, it was still pure speculation. Nobody knew whether it was about a specific Pokémon, a new mechanic or a completely new theme.
Now, with the context of the Mega series and the growing hints towards Greninja, the picture has become a lot clearer, even though we are still keeping a little room for doubt.

It remains possible that Ninja Spinner refers to something unexpected, but all the signs point the same way.

What we are keeping an eye on now

  • Official announcements from The Pokémon Company about the next TCG set.
  • Further reveals from the Mega Evolution series.
  • Any leaks or teasers in which Greninja or Mega Greninja plays a prominent role.

Until then, Ninja Spinner remains one of the most intriguing TCG trademarks of the moment, and there is a good chance it will bring us a spectacular Mega Greninja ex soon.

Summary

  • Ninja Spinner is a new Pokémon TCG trademark, strongly linked to the Mega Evolution series.
  • Everything points to Mega Greninja ex taking centre stage.
  • No official confirmation yet, but very likely given the current TCG trend.
  • More news is expected as soon as the next Mega set is officially announced.