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Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt, White Flare Now

Author: Isaac May 15,2025

The excitement is building for Pokémon TCG enthusiasts with the upcoming release of the Scarlet & Violet expansions, Black Bolt and White Flare, set to hit 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 highly anticipated sets.

White Flare ETB

$49.99 at Best Buy

Victini Illustration Collection

$21.99 at Best Buy

Black Bolt ETB

$59.99 at Best Buy

Poster Collection

$18.99 at Best Buy

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 above to prepare for when preorders become available. Additionally, select sets like the Elite Trainer Boxes are scheduled to launch on May 9, exclusively via the Best Buy app.

Following the successful dual-release model of the mainline Pokémon games and the innovative approach of Black and White 2, these expansions promise to be a thrilling addition to the series. Given the rapid sell-out history of previous sets, Black Bolt and White Flare are expected to fly off the shelves. Here's a comprehensive look at what's coming:

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 essential 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 showcasing 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, debuting with full artwork in either black or white monochrome, depending on the expansion.

Players will also have access to 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 platform allows collectors to gather and battle with new Unova-region cards while earning in-game login bonuses.

Where To Preorder:

To maximize your chances of securing these coveted products, follow these steps at your chosen retailer:

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 without refreshing or closing your browser window.
Avoid using multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers may track your IP Address, even bypassing VPNs.
Complete the purchase as soon as possible.

Here are the available products and where you can find them. We'll continue to update this list as preorders go live: