Pokémon TCG: Black Bolt & White Flare Preorder Live

The new Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet expansions, Black Bolt and White Flare, launch May 8 at major US retailers including Best Buy and Amazon. Here's how to secure your preorder.

White Flare Elite Trainer Box

3$49.99 at Best Buy

Victini Illustration Collection

4$21.99 at Best Buy

Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box

2$59.99 at Best Buy

Unova Poster Collection

2$18.99 at Best Buy

Mini Tin Collection

2$14.99 at Best Buy

Booster Pack

2$4.99 at Best Buy

Black Bolt Binder Collection

1$29.99 at Best Buy

White Flare Binder Collection

1$29.99 at Best Buy

Current Availability: While Best Buy has listed products, preorders aren't live yet. Bookmark the links above for instant access when orders open.

Select items including Elite Trainer Boxes will become available May 9 exclusively through the Best Buy app.

Mirroring the dual-release tradition of mainline Pokémon games and the Black/White sequels, this expansion promises to deliver exceptional content.

As with previous sets, Black Bolt and White Flare products will sell out rapidly. Below you'll find everything included in this highly anticipated release.

Launching July 18, 2025:

, featuring nine booster packs, an illustration rare promo card showcasing Thundurus or Tornadus, plus essential gameplay accessoriesBinder Collection, containing five booster packs and a nine-pocket binder with Zekrom or Reshiram artworkUnova Poster Collection, including two booster packs from each set, Snivy/Tepig/Oshawott promo cards, and a double-sided posterUnova Mini Tin, featuring one booster per expansion with bonus art and sticker cards

Available August 1, 2025:

, bundling three booster packs with Reuniclus/Gothitelle promo cards and themed stickersUnova Victini Illustration Collection, including four boosters, foil Victini promos, Poké Ball variant cards, and an oversized foil collectible

Releasing August 22, 2025:

, offering six packs from either Black Bolt or White Flare

Expansion Highlights:

Six powerful Pokémon exEight ultra rare Pokémon and Supporter cardsIllustration/special illustration rare cards for all Unova PokémonA special illustration rare Supporter card

The expansions introduce Black White rare cards featuring complete monochromatic artwork—black for Black Bolt, white for White Flare.

Digital access launches July 17, 2025 via Pokémon TCG Live on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. Players can collect Unova-region cards, battle competitively, and claim login bonuses.

Preorder Guide:

Retailers like Best Buy are implementing purchase limits for fair distribution. Follow these steps to prepare:

Create retailer accounts beforehandVerify shipping/pickup addressesAdd items immediately upon availabilityComplete checkout without refreshing pagesAvoid multiple simultaneous attemptsFinalize purchases promptly

Below are all current preorder locations. We'll update availability as retailers activate listings:

Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box

White Flare Elite Trainer Box

Black Bolt Binder Collection

White Flare Binder Collection

Victini Illustration Collection

Unova Poster Collection

Black Bolt Booster Bundle

White Flare Booster Bundle

Unova Mini Tin

Black Bolt Tech Sticker Collection

White Flare Tech Sticker Collection

Booster Pack

TCG Player Black Bolt / White Flare