Overview

• Black Bolt and White Flare mark the Pokémon TCG's first-ever dual English set, aligning with Japan's long-standing dual-set tradition.
• The expansions will feature all 156 Pokémon from the Unova region, commemorating 15 years since Pokémon Black and White's release.
• A new rarity tier debuts alongside Illustration Rare cards for every Unova Pokémon, enhancing the sets' collectible appeal.
• Traditional booster packs are replaced with thematic products like Elite Trainer Boxes, tins, and binder collections, with additional items planned for later in 2025.
• The Pokémon Company aims to address card scarcity concerns with a staggered, multi-phase release schedule starting July 18.