adidas Originals x Pokémon – Black Rayquaza Sneakers

adidas Originals x Pokémon is one of the biggest collections of the year, and the Adistar Control 5 in the “Rayquaza” version stands out with its most dragon-like vibe. At Footshop, you’ll find it in the official Core Black/ Collegiate Green/ Core Black colorway, and shopping through Soleback gets you cashback on your purchase.

Adistar Control 5 Returns in the adidas Originals x Pokémon Collection

Adistar Control is an archival adidas running silhouette that the brand revived for Pokémon’s 30th anniversary – one of the biggest collaborations in adidas Originals’ pop culture history. The fifth iteration draws inspiration from Rayquaza, the legendary dragon Pokémon, with a black upper featuring green overlays and yellow-red accents matching its signature colors.

Materials and Finish on the Adistar Control 5

The upper is built from mesh and synthetic overlays, with graphics and patches referencing Rayquaza on the tongue, heel, and sides. The laces feature a signature Poké Ball charm, while the understated black sole keeps the focus on the upper.

How to Size the Adistar Control 5

Available in sizes from 36 2/3 to 48, covering both smaller and larger feet – it’s a unisex fit with no separate men’s or women’s versions. The brand doesn’t indicate any deviation from standard sizing, so check the size chart on Footshop when choosing your size.

Who the adidas Originals x Pokémon Collection Is For

This is for Pokémon fans and collectors of limited-edition sneakers looking for more than just another everyday pair. The Adistar Control 5 “Rayquaza” works in casual outfits or as part of a bigger collection of limited adidas Originals drops.

Adistar Control 5 Rayquaza – Model KI8179 Specs

• Material: Mesh upper with synthetic overlays
• Fit: Lace-up, low-top
• Details: Rayquaza graphics on tongue and heel, laces with Poké Ball charm
• Colorway: Core Black/ Collegiate Green/ Core Black
• Style Code: KI8179

FAQ about adidas Originals x Pokémon

Is the Adistar Control 5 Rayquaza unisex? Yes, sizing goes up to 48, so it’s available in unisex sizes with no men’s/women’s split.

What’s the occasion for the adidas Originals x Pokémon collection? It celebrates Pokémon’s 30th anniversary and includes over a dozen adidas Originals models inspired by classic game and anime characters, including Rayquaza.

Is the Adistar Control 5 a running model? Adistar Control is an archival silhouette from adidas running shoes, but in this collection it functions primarily as a lifestyle sneaker.