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Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt, White Flare Now

by Chloe May 18,2025

Get ready, Pokémon Trading Card Game fans! The new Scarlet & Violet expansions, Black Bolt and White Flare, are set to launch at major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon in the US starting May 8. Don't miss out—here's where you can secure your preorder:

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. Keep an eye on the links provided above to be ready when preorders start.

Additionally, select sets like the Elite Trainer Boxes are scheduled to 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 in Black and White 2, these expansions are poised to be a hit. As with previous sets, Black Bolt and White Flare are expected to sell out rapidly. Here's a detailed look at what's coming:

Available July 18, 2025:

Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt or White Flare Elite Trainer Box, each including nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card featuring Thundurus or Tornadus, and gameplay accessories.

Binder Collection, featuring five booster packs and a nine-pocket album with 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, containing 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, with 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 enjoy 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 offers the chance to collect and battle with new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.

Where To Preorder:

Retailers like Best Buy are implementing restrictions 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 you can for account verification and inventory checks
Follow on-screen prompts and avoid refreshing or closing your browser window
Avoid using 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'll continue to monitor retailers and update this article as preorders go live: