Pokémon Company Reveals New Split TCG Expansions: Black Bolt and White Flare

The Pokémon Company has exciting news for fans of the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), announcing the latest expansion to the Scarlet & Violet series. Slated for release on July 18, 2025, the new sets, titled Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and Scarlet & Violet: White Flare, promise to bring a fresh wave of excitement to participating retailers worldwide.

These expansions will shine a spotlight on the 156 Pokémon originally discovered in the Unova region. Each Unova Pokémon will grace the cards as either an illustration rare or a special illustration rare, with unique versions distributed across the Black Bolt and White Flare sets. This offers collectors and players a chance to delve deeper into the Unova region's rich Pokémon lore.

Scarlet & Violet: White Flare and Black Bolt - English Reveal

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Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt will showcase the Legendary Pokémon Zekrom, while Scarlet & Violet: White Flare will highlight Reshiram. Both sets are set to introduce three types of parallel foil patterns, including two that feature either a rainbow Poké Ball or Master Ball design across the card, adding an extra layer of collectibility.

Adding a touch of nostalgia, these expansions will also revive elements from the classic Black & White series, such as the beloved foil styles and Basic Energy cards with the original Black & White series designs. This nod to the past is sure to delight longtime fans and newcomers alike.

Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt and White Flare Preorders

While preorders for Black Bolt and White Flare have yet to be officially announced, they are expected to become available around mid-May. This timeline aligns with the reveal-to-preorder period observed with another 2025 release, Pokémon TCG: Destined Rivals, set to launch this month. Stay tuned to IGN for the latest updates on preorders and stock availability, and follow @IGNDeals on Twitter for immediate alerts on new drops. Here are the confirmed release dates for the various products in the new Black Bolt and White Flare expansions.

Pokémon TCG - Scarlet & Violet: White Flare - Credit: The Pokémon Company

Available July 18, 2025:

• **Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt or White Flare Elite Trainer Box**, each containing nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card featuring Thundurus or Tornadus, and essential gameplay accessories
• **Binder Collection**, including five booster packs and a nine-pocket album featuring Zekrom or Reshiram
• **Unova Poster Collection**, with two booster packs from each expansion, three promo cards featuring Snivy, Tepig, and Oshawott, and a full-size double-sided poster
• **Unova Mini Tin**, including one booster pack from each expansion, one art card, and one sticker card

Available August 1, 2025:

• **Tech Sticker Collection**, with three booster packs, a promo card featuring Reuniclus or Gothitelle, and a themed sticker sheet
• **Unova Victini Illustration Collection**, with four booster packs, a foil promo card featuring Victini, a premium parallel Poké Ball version of Victini, and an oversized foil card

Available August 22, 2025:

• **Booster Bundle**, including six booster packs from either Black Bolt or White Flare

Key Features Across Both Expansions:

• Six Pokémon ex
• Eight ultra rare Pokémon and Supporter cards
• One illustration rare or special illustration rare card for each Unova Pokémon
• One special illustration rare Supporter card
• A new card style, called Black White rare, will debut, featuring full artwork in either black or white monochrome, depending on the expansion

Players can also dive into Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare digitally starting July 17, 2025, via the Pokémon TCG Live app, available on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. This digital platform allows enthusiasts to collect and battle with the new Unova-region cards and enjoy in-game login bonuses.

Further details on the expansion, preorders, and card previews are eagerly anticipated in the coming weeks.

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