Both sets bring Unova roaring back with a modern twist and incredible card art. Here’s a quick breakdown of what each set contains:
Over 170 cards per set
65+ Illustration Rare cards
5+ Special Illustration Rare cards
6 Pokémon ex
Black Bolt: Zekrom ex, Meloetta ex
White Flare: Reshiram ex, Keldeo ex
8 Ultra Rare Pokémon and Supporter cards
One Illustration Rare or Special Illustration Rare for each of the 156 Unova Pokémon
One Special Illustration Rare Supporter card
Three different parallel foil styles, including:
Rainbow Poké Ball pattern
Master Ball pattern
New "Black White Rare" cards
These feature stunning monochrome illustrations in either bold black or brilliant white, depending on the set
With both sets combined, there will be more than 800 unique cards when accounting for all variants. It's a collector’s dream—and a binder-filler’s challenge.
Featured Products & Release Dates
As special sets, Black Bolt and White Flare will not be available as loose booster packs or booster boxes. You’ll only be able to find them inside these exclusive products:
July 18, 2025
Elite Trainer Box Black Bolt
x9 booster packs
Illustration Rare promo of Thundurus (Black Bolt)
Players Guide
Black Bolt Themed Sleeves
Plus other accessories
Elite Trainer Box White Flare
Illustration Rare promo of Tornadus (White Flare)
Players Guide
White Flare Themed Sleeves
Plus other accessories
Binder Collections
x5 booster packs
9-pocket album featuring Zekrom (Black Bolt) or Reshiram (White Flare)
Unova Poster Collection
x2 Black Bolt packs + x2 White Flare packs
x3 promo cards: Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott
Double-sided poster featuring Unova
Unova Mini Tins
x1 Black Bolt + x1 White Flare pack
Matching art card + sticker card
10 Unique arts to collect
August 1, 2025
Tech Sticker Collection (Black Bolt or White Flare)
x3 booster packs
Illustration Rare promo of Reuniclus (Black Bolt) or Gothitelle (White Flare)
Tech-themed sticker sheet
Unova Victini Illustration Collection
x2 Black Bolt + 2 White Flare packs
Illustration Rare promo of Victini
Premium Parallel Poké Ball card
Oversized Illustration Rare foil
August 22, 2025
Booster Bundles (Black Bolt or White Flare)
x6 booster packs
Perfect for players and collectors looking to expand either side of the Unova saga
A Glimpse at the Art
Early card art previews promise a dazzling return to Unova’s roots. Each Unova Pokémon is lovingly reimagined with its own Illustration Rare or Special Illustration Rare. The new Black White Rare cards look like modern art prints, with stark contrasts and monochrome detailing that makes them pop right off the card.
Why This Set Matters
Black Bolt and White Flare isn’t just another release—they're a celebration of Unova, a region rich in story and beloved characters. It’s also a milestone in English TCG history, becoming the first split sets and direct naming from Japanese counterparts. Whether you’re a player, collector, or art enthusiast, this release is monumental.
With over 800 unique cards, two powerful themed sets, and a whole suite of products to explore, the return to Unova is shaping up to be one of the biggest TCG events of the year.
Stay tuned for more card reveals, Until then—Black Bolt or White Flare: Which side will you choose? ⚫⚪
