XRP may be on the verge of a significant long-term price movement, according to prominent crypto analyst Dark Defender. The analyst, known for detailed technical analysis on social media, stated that XRP’s so-called Grand Wave III has now started, citing a multi-year trend visible on the three-month chart.
XRP trendlines signal historical pattern
Dark Defender’s chart, which tracks price movements since 2013, identifies two parallel blue trendlines forming an ascending channel. Each time XRP touched the lower support line over the past decade, it experienced a marked price jump. These previous rebounds led to surges, including the breakout above $3 during 2017-2018 and a further rally in 2024, where XRP surpassed the $3 mark once again.
The analysis suggests that touching the lower blue support channel often preceded substantial upward trends. This key technical setup is what the analyst describes as the launching point for Grand Wave III, the current phase he believes XRP has entered.
Whenever the blue support is hit, an unprecedented surge has historically followed. XRP Grand Wave III appears to be underway, marking a new chapter for the long-term chart.
Corrective wave structure and new rally
XRP’s price recently completed a corrective sequence, labeled waves A, B, and C. The (A) wave indicated a low near 2019 to 2020, followed by a (B) wave rise in 2021. The (C) wave reproduced a downward move, ending the correction between 2022 and 2023 at the lower channel boundary.
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AAPLAfter this correction, XRP began a steady upward trajectory, eventually reaching a new all-time high of $3.65 in July 2025. This movement is now being interpreted as the opening phase of Grand Wave III, potentially setting the stage for further gains.
Fibonacci extensions set ambitious targets
As of the time of analysis, XRP was trading at $1.34. Dark Defender’s chart relies on Fibonacci extension levels to outline a roadmap for Grand Wave III’s possible range. The analyst identified the following key price targets on the chart: $1.8815 at 161.8%, $18.2275 at 361.8%, $36.7676 at 423.6%, $74.3956 at 141.40%, and a maximum target of $333.1167 at 161.8% on a different scale.
Dark Defender publicly stated in earlier posts that he would not sell his XRP holdings until the upper Fibonacci target is reached, highlighting his bullish stance on the asset. The price projection tracks a sharply rising green arc through 2028, suggesting that XRP could potentially reach triple-digit figures if the historical pattern persists.
Mini dictionary: Fibonacci extension—a technical analysis tool used to predict price targets by projecting possible future resistance and support levels based on prior price moves.
| Fibonacci Level | Target Price |
|---|---|
| 161.8% | $1.8815 |
| 361.8% | $18.2275 |
| 423.6% | $36.7676 |
| 141.40% | $74.3956 |
| 161.8% (extended) | $333.1167 |
XRP is the native digital asset of Ripple, a blockchain company focused on enabling fast, low-cost international payments. The company has consistently attracted attention from traders and analysts due to its longstanding presence and high-profile legal battles.
Dark Defender’s outlook suggests that the multi-year structure could make this the most prominent cycle for XRP to date, with each support line touch launching a larger surge. The analyst’s multi-year chart outlines a projected rise through several levels, potentially setting historic highs in the years ahead.
