Lost Thunder (Sun & Moon—Lost Thunder) released in English on November 2, 2018 with 214 cards plus 22 secret rares. In Japan those cards came out earlier as Thunderclap Spark, Fairy Rise and Super Explosive Impact — set codes SM7a, SM7b, SM8. This page maps the English set to its Japanese source sets, links the complete Japanese card lists (all 225 catalogued entries), and shows current sealed-box pricing from our Tokyo stock.
- Lost Thunder = Thunderclap Spark, Fairy Rise and Super Explosive Impact in Japan (SM7a, SM7b, SM8).
- English release November 2, 2018; Japanese releases July 6, 2018 (SM7a), August 3, 2018 (SM7b) and September 7, 2018 (SM8).
- 225 Japanese entries catalogued across the source sets vs 214 cards plus 22 secret rares in English.
- Sealed boxes: request via Quick Order.
The Japanese Sets Behind Lost Thunder
Lost Thunder combines three Japanese releases: Thunderclap Spark (SM7a), Fairy Rise (SM7b) and Super Explosive Impact (SM8, also translated as Super-Burst Impact / Explosive Impact); at the time it was the largest set in the TCG’s history, per PokeBeach. (Composition as reported by PokeBeach / Pokellector.) Entry counts below come from the Limitless TCG Japanese catalogue, which lists every numbered card including secret rares.
| Code | Japanese set | Type | JP release | Catalogued entries | Secret Rares | Full JP card list | Sealed box |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SM7a | Thunderclap Spark | Enhanced Expansion Pack | July 6, 2018 | 66 | 6 | SM7a card list | sold out — restock via Quick Order |
| SM7b | Fairy Rise | Enhanced Expansion Pack | August 3, 2018 | 56 | 6 | SM7b card list | sold out — restock via Quick Order (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) |
| SM8 | Super Explosive Impact | Expansion Pack | September 7, 2018 | 103 | 8 | SM8 card list | sold out — restock via Quick Order |
Japanese Set-by-Set Breakdown
SM7a Thunderclap Spark — Enhanced Expansion Pack, JP release July 6, 2018
Limitless TCG catalogues 66 entries for SM7a: 6 Secret Rare, 4 Double Rare, 7 Rare, 21 Uncommon, 26 Common, plus 2 entries listed without a rarity label. The Secret Rare run goes from Virizion-GX (SM7a 61) to Judge (SM7a 66). Browse every card by number and rarity on our SM7a Thunderclap Spark card list.
SM7b Fairy Rise — Enhanced Expansion Pack, JP release August 3, 2018
Limitless TCG catalogues 56 entries for SM7b: 6 Secret Rare, 4 Double Rare, 6 Rare, 15 Uncommon, 23 Common, plus 2 entries listed without a rarity label. The Secret Rare run goes from Sceptile-GX (SM7b 51) to Mina (SM7b 56). Browse every card by number and rarity on our SM7b Fairy Rise card list.
SM8 Super Explosive Impact — Expansion Pack, JP release September 7, 2018
Limitless TCG catalogues 103 entries for SM8: 8 Secret Rare, 5 Double Rare, 10 Rare, 33 Uncommon, 44 Common, plus 3 entries listed without a rarity label. The Secret Rare run goes from Shuckle-GX (SM8 96) to Faba (SM8 103). Browse every card by number and rarity on our SM8 Super Explosive Impact card list.
Top-Rarity Japanese Cards in Pictures
Where to Buy the Japanese Lost Thunder Sets from Tokyo
Want the Japanese cards behind Lost Thunder? Sealed Japanese boxes for the source sets are listed above; browse the full range in our Japanese Pokémon booster box collection. For singles or graded copies of a specific card, request a quote via Quick Order with the Japanese set code and number.
Lost Thunder Japanese Card List FAQ
What Japanese set is Lost Thunder in?
Lost Thunder combines three Japanese releases: Thunderclap Spark (SM7a), Fairy Rise (SM7b) and Super Explosive Impact (SM8, also translated as Super-Burst Impact / Explosive Impact); at the time it was the largest set in the TCG’s history, per PokeBeach. Set codes: SM7a, SM7b, SM8.
When did Lost Thunder release in English and in Japan?
English: November 2, 2018. Japanese source sets: Thunderclap Spark (SM7a) on July 6, 2018; Fairy Rise (SM7b) on August 3, 2018; Super Explosive Impact (SM8) on September 7, 2018.
How many cards are in Lost Thunder compared with the Japanese sets?
The English set lists 214 cards plus 22 secret rares. The Japanese catalogue lists 225 entries across 3 source sets, counted from Limitless TCG’s Japanese database (secret rares included).
Can I buy the Japanese Lost Thunder sets from Japan?
Yes — sealed Japanese boxes for Thunderclap Spark, Fairy Rise and Super Explosive Impact ship from Tokyo with tracking when listed; prices in this guide are our listings as of August 28, 2026. Singles and graded copies can be requested via Quick Order.
Are Japanese Lost Thunder cards the same as the English ones?
They share Pokémon and artwork for the cards that were carried over, but the Japanese prints use their own set codes (SM7a, SM7b, SM8) and numbering, and some Japanese cards were not included in the English release.
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