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Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt, White Flare Now

Author : Sophia Update : Jun 15,2025

The Pokémon Trading Card Game continues to excite fans with its latest dual expansion sets—Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare. These new sets are set to launch at major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon across the US starting May 8, 2025. With a variety of collectible products on the way, fans can look forward to exclusive artwork, rare cards, and themed accessories that celebrate the Unova region’s most iconic Pokémon.

White Flare ETB

3$49.99 at Best Buy

Victini Illustration Collection

4$21.99 at Best Buy

Black Bolt ETB

2$59.99 at Best Buy

Poster Collection

2$18.99 at Best Buy

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

So what's the latest? Retailers such as Best Buy currently have product listings available online, though preorders are not yet active. Be sure to bookmark the links above so you're ready when the preorder windows open.

Additionally, select items like the Elite Trainer Boxes will be available via the Best Buy app starting May 9, giving mobile shoppers an early opportunity to secure their copies.

Following the successful dual-release format introduced in previous games like Pokémon Black and White 2, this release promises to deliver an engaging experience for collectors and battlers alike. As expected with highly anticipated drops, these sets are likely to sell out fast—so it pays to be prepared.

Upcoming Product Releases

Available July 18, 2025:

Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt or White Flare Elite Trainer Box
Each box includes nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card featuring either Thundurus or Tornadus, and essential gameplay accessories.

Binder Collection
Contains five booster packs and a nine-pocket album showcasing 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
Features one booster pack from each expansion, one art card, and one sticker card.

Available August 1, 2025:

Tech Sticker Collection
Comes with three booster packs, a promo card featuring Reuniclus or Gothitelle, and a themed sticker sheet.

Unova Victini Illustration Collection
Includes four booster packs, a foil promo card of Victini, a premium parallel Poké Ball version of Victini, and an oversized foil card.

Available August 22, 2025:

Booster Bundle
Six booster packs from either Black Bolt or White Flare.

Key Features Across Both Expansions

Six powerful Pokémon ex cards
Eight ultra-rare Pokémon and Supporter cards
One illustration rare or special illustration rare card for each Unova-region Pokémon
A new card rarity called Black White Rare, featuring monochrome full-art designs based on the expansion theme (black for Black Bolt, white for White Flare)
One special illustration rare Supporter card per set

Players can also dive into the digital versions of Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare starting July 17, 2025, through the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. The digital release allows players to collect, battle, and earn login bonuses using the latest Unova-region cards.

Where To Preorder

Retailers like Best Buy are implementing purchase restrictions to ensure fair access to stock. Here’s how to improve your chances:

Ensure you have an account set up with your preferred retailer
Confirm your shipping address or store pickup location
Add items to your cart as soon as they become available
Follow on-screen instructions carefully—avoid refreshing or closing the browser window
Do not attempt to use multiple devices or IP addresses, as many retailers track activity by account
Complete your purchase promptly once all steps are confirmed

We’re actively monitoring retail availability and will update this guide as preorder links go live.