Excitement is building for the release of the new Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet expansions, Black Bolt and White Flare, set to hit major retailers such as Best Buy and Amazon starting May 8 in the US. Here's your chance to secure your preorder and dive into the latest additions to the Pokémon Trading Card Game universe.
White Flare Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
3$49.99 at Best Buy
Victini Illustration Collection
4$21.99 at Best Buy
Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
2$59.99 at Best Buy
Unova Poster Collection
2$18.99 at Best Buy
Unova Mini Tin
2$14.99 at Best Buy
Booster Pack
2$4.99 at Best Buy
Black Bolt Binder Collection
1$29.99 at Best Buy
White Flare Binder Collection
1$29.99 at Best Buy
What's the latest? Best Buy has already listed these products, but preorders aren't live yet. Use the links above to prepare for when they go live. Additionally, select sets like the Elite Trainer Boxes will be available for purchase on May 9 via the Best Buy app.
Following the successful dual-release model seen in mainline Pokémon games and the approach of dual sequels in Black and White 2, the Black Bolt and White Flare sets are anticipated to be major hits. Like their predecessors, these expansions are expected to sell out quickly, so don't miss out on this epic set.
Available July 18, 2025:
- Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt or White Flare Elite Trainer Box: Each contains nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card featuring Thundurus or Tornadus, and gameplay accessories.
- Binder Collection: Includes five booster packs and a nine-pocket album featuring Zekrom or Reshiram.
- Unova Poster Collection: Comes 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: 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: Contains 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 can also access Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare digitally starting July 17, 2025, through the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. The digital release will allow 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 optimal stock availability. To secure your preorder, make sure to:
- Set up an account with your chosen retailer.
- 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.
- Refrain from using multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers often track IP addresses (sometimes bypassing VPNs).
- Complete the purchase as quickly as possible.
Here are the retailers where you can secure your preorder:
Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Elite Trainer Box (ETB)
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Black Bolt Binder Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Binder Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Victini Illustration Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Unova Poster Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Black Bolt Booster Bundle
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Booster Bundle
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Unova Mini Tin
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Black Bolt Tech Sticker Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
White Flare Tech Sticker Collection
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player
Booster Pack
- Best Buy
- Target
- Walmart
- Magic Madhouse
- TCG Player - Black Bolt / White Flare
We'll continue to monitor retailer updates and keep this article current as preorders become available. Stay tuned for more information on these exciting new Pokémon TCG expansions!
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