The Pokémon Company is set to launch a new split expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) on July 18, 2025. Titled Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and Scarlet & Violet: White Flare, this expansion will focus on 156 Pokémon from the Unova region.
New Features
- Legendary Pokémon: Black Bolt features Zekrom, while White Flare showcases Reshiram.
- Card Design: Expect exciting parallel foil patterns, including rainbow Poké Balls and Master Balls on the cards.
- Nostalgic Touch: Elements from the Black & White series will return, bringing back classic foil styles and designs for Basic Energy cards.
What’s Coming?
The Black Bolt and White Flare expansions will be available in different formats:
- Elite Trainer Boxes: Each box contains nine booster packs, a promo card, and gameplay accessories.
- Binder Collection: Includes five booster packs and a nine-pocket album featuring Zekrom or Reshiram.
- Mini Tins and Poster Collections: Fun options for collectors with booster packs and promotional items.
Players looking to explore the new features digitally can access Scarlet & Violet: Black Bolt and White Flare on the Pokémon TCG Live app starting July 17, 2025. This will allow fans to collect cards and earn in-game bonuses.
Market Trends
As Pokémon TCG remains popular, preorders for the new expansions are expected to open around mid-May 2025. This aligns with trends seen in previous releases, where products sell out quickly due to high demand.
Expert Insights
According to industry experts, the nostalgia factor is a significant draw. "Players love when classic elements return," says gaming analyst Clara Nguyen. "It creates a sense of continuity and excitement for longtime fans."
Conclusion
With new and returning features, the Scarlet & Violet expansions promise to captivate both new players and seasoned collectors alike. Keep an eye out for official updates and preorder information.
For more details, check out The Pokémon Company for the latest news or follow @IGNDeals on Twitter for updates about Pokémon TCG products.
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