The Pokémon Trading Card Game is turning up the heat this summer with a powerful new double expansion: Scarlet & Violet—Black Bolt and Scarlet & Violet—White Flare, available now at participating retailers worldwide. This ambitious split expansion marks a nostalgic yet innovative return to the Unova region, offering players and collectors a bold new way to rediscover a fan-favorite generation.
Whether you’re a long-time Trainer or a new collector, this release is a must-have — combining modern mechanics with throwback design elements and a jaw-dropping 156 Pokémon from the Unova Pokédex.
Double the Pokémon Power: Zekrom vs. Reshiram Headline Split Expansion
At the heart of this expansion are two iconic Legendary Pokémon: Zekrom, featured in Black Bolt, and Reshiram, front and center in White Flare. Each set brings unique themed products and artwork, giving Trainers the choice to collect their favorite side — or both — in this stylish, narrative-driven expansion.
The new sets also introduce a sleek and rare new card style: Black White rare cards, showcasing monochrome illustrations with bold contrast — an aesthetic that celebrates the expansion’s visual theme in high style.
Nostalgia Meets Modern TCG Innovation
Scarlet & Violet—Black Bolt and White Flare feature:
- Three different parallel foil sets, including nostalgic Poké Ball and Master Ball foil patterns.
- Basic Energy cards with retro foil effects from the original Black & White Series.
- Illustration rare and special illustration rare cards for every Unova Pokémon — making this one of the most collectible expansions in recent TCG history.
Available Now: What Trainers Can Get
Players can find Black Bolt and White Flare cards across a wide array of products, each offering exclusive promos and collector’s items:
- Elite Trainer Boxes – Featuring 9 booster packs, accessories, and exclusive promo cards starring Thundurus (Black Bolt) or Tornadus (White Flare).
- Binder Collections – Includes 5 booster packs and a nine-pocket album adorned with Zekrom or Reshiram.
- Unova Poster Collection – Four booster packs, three starter Pokémon promos (Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott), and a two-sided poster.
- Unova Mini Tin – One booster each from Black Bolt and White Flare, an art card, and a matching sticker.
More Coming Soon: August 2025 Product Launches
Mark your calendars for these upcoming releases packed with promos and accessories:
- Aug. 1 – Tech Sticker Collections
Includes 3 booster packs, an illustration rare promo featuring Reuniclus (Black Bolt) or Gothitelle (White Flare), and a tech-themed sticker sheet. - Aug. 1 – Unova Victini Illustration Collection
Comes with 4 booster packs, 1 Victini promo, 1 premium Poké Ball parallel foil, and a jumbo-sized illustration rare card. - Aug. 22 – Booster Bundles
Each bundle features 6 booster packs from either Black Bolt or White Flare — perfect for players looking to stock up on this limited-time expansion.
Available Now on Pokémon TCG Live
The split expansion is also fully available on Pokémon TCG Live for iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows. With the Battle Pass, Trainers receive:
- A Reshiram ex deck upon login
- A Zekrom ex deck unlockable via additional play
- Access to the all-new Card Dex, a feature allowing players to track collection progress, preview card art, and strategize new decks
Whether you’re reliving Unova’s glory days or building competitive decks from scratch, Scarlet & Violet—Black Bolt and White Flare bring bold energy and timeless nostalgia to the Pokémon Trading Card Game.
