Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt & White Flare Now
- By Grace
- May 21,2025
Get ready, Pokémon TCG fans! The highly anticipated Scarlet & Violet expansions, Black Bolt and White Flare, are set to launch at major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon in the US starting May 8. Secure your preorders now to ensure you don't miss out on these exciting new sets.
White Flare Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
Victini Illustration Collection
Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
Unova Poster Collection
Unova Mini Tin
Booster Pack
Black Bolt Binder Collection
White Flare Binder Collection
Best Buy has its listings ready but not yet live. Use the links provided above to be prepared when preorders start. Some elite sets, like the Elite Trainer Boxes, will be available exclusively through the Best Buy app starting May 9.
Following the dual release strategy seen in the mainline Pokémon games and the sequels Black and White 2, this set is poised to be a blockbuster. Both Black Bolt and White Flare are expected to sell out quickly, so let's dive into what's coming with this epic release.
Available July 18, 2025:
Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt or White Flare Elite Trainer Box - Each includes nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card featuring Thundurus or Tornadus, and gameplay accessories.
Binder Collection - Comes with five booster packs and a nine-pocket album featuring Zekrom or Reshiram.
Unova Poster Collection - Includes two booster packs from each expansion, three promo cards featuring Snivy, Tepig, and Oshawott, and a full-size double-sided poster.
Unova Mini Tin - Contains one booster pack from each expansion, one art card, and one sticker card.
Available August 1, 2025:
Tech Sticker Collection - Includes three booster packs, a promo card featuring Reuniclus or Gothitelle, and a themed sticker sheet.
Unova Victini Illustration Collection - Comes 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 - Includes 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, featuring full artwork in either black or white monochrome, depending on the expansion.
Players will also be able to access Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare digitally starting July 17, 2025, via the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. The digital release allows players to collect and battle with new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.
Where To Preorder:
Retailers like Best Buy are implementing measures to ensure the best stock availability. Here's how you can prepare on your chosen retailer accounts:
- Make sure you have an account set up.
- Confirm your location and address for store pickup or shipping.
- Add the item to your cart as soon as possible for account verification and inventory checks.
- Follow on-screen prompts and avoid refreshing or closing your browser window.
- Do not attempt to use multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers often track IP addresses (sometimes bypassing VPNs).
- Complete the purchase as soon as possible.
Here's where you can find all available products. We'll keep updating this article as preorders go live:
Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
White Flare Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
Black Bolt Binder Collection
White Flare Binder Collection
Victini Illustration Collection
Unova Poster Collection
Black Bolt Booster Bundle
White Flare Booster Bundle
Unova Mini Tin
Black Bolt Tech Sticker Collection
White Flare Tech Sticker Collection
Booster Pack
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