The highly anticipated Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet expansions, Black Bolt and White Flare, are 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 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
Best Buy has listed these products, though the listings are not yet active. Use the links provided to be ready when preorders become available. Additionally, select sets like the Elite Trainer Boxes will be available through the Best Buy app starting May 9.
Inspired by the dual release format of the mainline Pokémon games and the innovative approach of the Black and White 2 sequels, the Black Bolt and White Flare sets are expected to be a major hit. As with previous releases, these sets are likely to sell out quickly, so act fast to secure your favorites.
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 Thundurus or Tornadus, and gameplay accessories.
- Binder Collection: Contains five booster packs and a nine-pocket album featuring 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: Comes with one booster pack from each expansion, one art card, and one sticker card.
Available August 1, 2025:
- Tech Sticker Collection: Features 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 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. This digital release enables players to collect and battle with new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.
Where To Preorder:
To maximize your chances of securing stock, retailers like Best Buy are implementing measures to ensure availability. Follow these steps:
- Ensure you have an account set up 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 carefully and avoid refreshing or closing your browser window.
- Do not use multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers often track your IP Address (sometimes bypassing VPNs).
- Complete the purchase as soon as possible.
Here's where you can find all available products. We will continue to monitor retailers and update this article as preorders go live:
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
