Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt, White Flare Now

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Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt, White Flare Now

May 19,25

The eagerly anticipated Pokémon TCG expansions, Scarlet & Violet's Black Bolt and White Flare, are set to launch at major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon starting May 8 in the US. Don't miss out on securing your preorders for these exciting new sets!

White Flare Elite Trainer Box (ETB)

$49.99 at Best Buy

Victini Illustration Collection

$21.99 at Best Buy

Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box (ETB)

$59.99 at Best Buy

Unova Poster Collection

$18.99 at Best Buy

Unova Mini Tin

$14.99 at Best Buy

Booster Pack

$4.99 at Best Buy

Black Bolt Binder Collection

$29.99 at Best Buy

White Flare Binder Collection

$29.99 at Best Buy

What's the latest? Best Buy has its listings ready, but not yet live. Use the links provided to have them ready for when preorders become available. Additionally, certain sets like the Elite Trainer Boxes will be available for purchase through the Best Buy app starting May 9.

Drawing inspiration from the dual release strategy of the mainline Pokémon games and the innovative approach seen in Black and White 2, the Black Bolt and White Flare expansions are set to be a major hit. Much like their predecessors, these sets are expected to sell out quickly. Here's a glimpse of what's coming with this thrilling release:

Available July 18, 2025:

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

Available August 1, 2025:

Tech Sticker Collection - Offers 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 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 dive into the digital realm with Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare starting July 17, 2025, via the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. This digital release lets players 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. Here's what you need to do on your chosen retailer accounts:

Ensure 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 use multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers may track your IP Address (sometimes bypassing VPNs).
Complete the purchase as swiftly as possible.

Here are the available products and where you can preorder them. We'll keep this updated as preorders become available: