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Preorder Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt, White Flare Now

Author : Finn May 17,2025

The new Pokémon TCG expansions, Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare, are set to launch at major retailers like Best Buy and Amazon in the US starting May 8. Here's your guide to securing a preorder.

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

What's the latest? Best Buy has listed these products, but preorders are not live yet. Use the links provided to be ready when preorders go live. Some products like the Elite Trainer Boxes will be available through the Best Buy app on May 9.

Following the successful dual release format of the mainline Pokémon games and the approach of dual sequels seen in Black and White 2, these sets are expected to be highly popular. Both Black Bolt and White Flare are likely to sell out quickly. Here's a rundown of the upcoming releases:

Available July 18, 2025:

Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt or White Flare Elite Trainer Box - Includes nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card (Thundurus or Tornadus), and gameplay accessories.
Binder Collection - Five booster packs and a nine-pocket album featuring Zekrom or Reshiram.
Unova Poster Collection - Two booster packs from each expansion, three promo cards (Snivy, Tepig, and Oshawott), and a full-size double-sided poster.
Unova Mini Tin - One booster pack from each expansion, one art card, and one sticker card.

Available August 1, 2025:

Tech Sticker Collection - Three booster packs, a promo card (Reuniclus or Gothitelle), and a themed sticker sheet.
Unova Victini Illustration Collection - 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 - 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, via the Pokémon TCG Live app on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. This digital release will allow players to collect and battle with new Unova-region cards and earn in-game login bonuses.

Where To Preorder:

To secure your preorder, consider the following 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 and avoid refreshing or closing your browser window.
Do not use multiple devices to secure stock, as retailers may track your IP Address and sometimes bypass VPNs.
Complete the purchase as soon as possible.

Here are the available products and where to get them. We'll continue to update this article as preorders go live: