Pokémon TCG Reveals Black Bolt, White Flare Expansions

The Pokémon Company has revealed exciting new expansions continuing the Scarlet & Violet series - Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and Scarlet & Violet: White Flare, both launching globally on July 18, 2025.

Scarlet & Violet: White Flare and Black Bolt - English Reveal

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These expansions spotlight all 156 Unova region Pokémon with beautiful illustration rare and special illustration rare variants exclusive to each expansion's products.

Black Bolt showcases the legendary Zekrom while White Flare features Reshiram. Both sets introduce stunning new parallel foil patterns - look out for special rainbow Poké Ball and Master Ball designs across the cards.

The sets also bring back beloved elements from the Black & White era, including nostalgic foil treatments and retro-style Basic Energy cards.

Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt and White Flare Preorders

While official preorders haven't opened yet, industry sources suggest they'll likely begin around mid-May - similar to the timeline we saw with Pokémon TCG: Destined Rivals launching this month.

Keep an eye on IGN for preorder announcements and Pokémon TCG stock updates. Following @IGNDeals on Twitter gets you first alerts on new drops.

Available July 18, 2025:

• Elite Trainer Box: Contains 9 boosters, Thundurus/Tornadus promo card, and accessories
• Binder Collection: Includes 5 boosters and Zekrom/Reshiram album
• Unova Poster Collection: Features boosters from both expansions with Snivy/Tepig/Oshawott promos
• Unova Mini Tin: Packed with boosters, art card and sticker

Coming Later:

• August 1: Tech Sticker Collection and Victini Illustration Collection
• August 22: Booster Bundles with 6 packs

Key Card Features:

• Six powerful Pokémon ex cards
• Eight ultra rare Pokémon and Supporter cards
• All Unova Pokémon available as illustration/special illustration rares
• New Black White rare style featuring monochrome art

Digital collectors rejoice - these expansions hit Pokémon TCG Live on July 17, 2025 across all platforms with special login bonuses.

Stay tuned for more reveals, preorder details and card previews coming soon!

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