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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). They've announced a new split expansion for the Scarlet & Violet series, titled *Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt* and *Scarlet & Violet: White Flare*. Both expansions are set to launch on July 18, 2025, and will be a

By Gabriella: May 13,2025

These expansions spotlight the 156 Pokémon originally from the Unova region. Each Unova Pokémon will be featured as either an illustration rare or a special illustration rare card, with unique versions distributed across the *Black Bolt* and *White Flare* sets.

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 will introduce three types of parallel foil patterns, including designs featuring either a rainbow Poké Ball or Master Ball across the card.

Additionally, the expansions will revive elements from the Black & White series, including nostalgic foil styles and Basic Energy cards with the original Black & White designs.

Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt and White Flare Preorders

Preorders for *Black Bolt* and *White Flare* are expected to become available around mid-May, following the reveal-to-preorder window observed with the *Pokémon TCG: Destined Rivals* set, which launches this month. Keep an eye on IGN for the latest updates on preorders and Pokémon TCG stock, and follow @IGNDeals on Twitter for real-time drops. Below are the confirmed release dates for each set within 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 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 also debut. These cards will feature full artwork in either black or white monochrome, depending on the expansion.

Players can also enjoy these expansions digitally starting July 17, 2025, through the Pokémon TCG Live app available on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. The digital version allows players to collect and battle with new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.

More details on the expansion, preorders, and card previews are expected to be released in the coming weeks.

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If you're interested in single cards rather than sealed products, check out our top picks from the crashers and climbers of this week.