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Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt and White Flare Now

Author：Kristen Update：May 24,2025

Get ready for the thrilling new additions to the Pokémon TCG with the Scarlet & Violet expansions, Black Bolt and White Flare, set to launch at major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon starting May 8 in the US. Secure your preorders now to ensure you don't miss out on these exciting releases.

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

Best Buy currently has listings up but not yet live. Use the links provided above to be ready when preorders begin. Additionally, select sets like the Elite Trainer Boxes will be available on May 9 via the Best Buy app.

Following the successful dual-release format of the mainline Pokémon games and the innovative approach of dual sequels seen in Black and White 2, these expansions are poised to be a major hit. Like their predecessors, Black Bolt and White Flare are expected to sell out quickly, so make sure to mark your calendar for these upcoming releases.

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 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 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 what you need to do 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 you can 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 often track your IP Address, sometimes even bypassing VPNs.
Complete the purchase as soon as possible.

Here's where you can find all available products. We'll keep this article updated as preorders go live: