Pokemon TCG: Scarlet & Violet Black Bolt & White Flare Poster Collection

 Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt & White Flare 

Black Bolt and White Flare are dual special expansions for the Pokémon Trading Card Game that focus entirely on Generation 5 Pokémon from the Unova region. Released as two separate, complementary sets rather than being combined into a single international release, these expansions celebrate the rich history and diverse roster of the Unova region. 

 Quick Facts

Release Date: July 18, 2025
Set Structure: Dual separate sets (Black Bolt and White Flare)
Card Counts: Black Bolt contains 172 cards; White Flare contains 173 cards
Unova Representation: Every single Pokémon native to the Unova region appears as either an Illustration Rare (IR) or Special Illustration Rare (SIR) across the two expansions.

Key Features & Mascots

Legendary Mascots: Black Bolt features the electric-type Zekrom ex, while White Flare showcases the fire-type Reshiram ex.
Black White Rare (BWR): A brand-new rarity tier introduced in these sets, featuring striking monochrome foil treatments for top chase cards like Zekrom ex and Reshiram ex.
Parallel Holos: The sets reintroduce the highly popular Poké Ball and Master Ball reverse holo background patterns for their first international release.