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Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt, White Flare Now

by Sadie May 18,2025

Get ready, Pokémon TCG fans! The much-anticipated Scarlet & Violet expansions, Black Bolt and White Flare, are set to launch at major retailers such as Best Buy and Amazon starting May 8 in the US. Don't miss out on the chance to secure your preorders early.

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 buzz?** Best Buy has already listed these items, but they're not yet live for purchase. Keep the links handy to be ready when preorders start. Additionally, select sets like the Elite Trainer Boxes will be available exclusively through the Best Buy app starting May 9.

Following the tradition of dual releases seen in the mainline Pokémon games and the innovative approach of Black and White 2, these expansions are poised to be a massive hit. Just like their predecessors, Black Bolt and White Flare are expected to fly off the shelves, so mark your calendars for these key release dates:

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 - Comes with 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 - Contains 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.

Both expansions will introduce exciting new features, including six Pokémon ex, eight ultra rare Pokémon and Supporter cards, one illustration rare or special illustration rare card for each Unova Pokémon, and one special illustration rare Supporter card. A new card style, called Black White rare, will also debut, featuring full artwork in either black or white monochrome, depending on the expansion.

For those who prefer digital play, you can access Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare starting July 17, 2025, via the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. The digital platform allows you to collect and battle with the new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.

Where To Preorder:

Retailers like Best Buy are implementing measures to ensure 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 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 often track IP addresses (sometimes bypassing VPNs).
Complete the purchase as quickly as possible.

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