7 November 2026Apex Vault

Black Bolt and White Flare — Set Guide and Chase Cards

Black Bolt and White Flare are twin Pokémon TCG sets released together on 18 July 2025, celebrating the Unova region. Black Bolt is led by Zekrom ex and White Flare by Reshiram ex, and both introduced a brand-new rarity, the Black White Rare. Here is how the two sets differ and which cards collectors chase.

Two Sets, One Region

Each set has 86 cards in its main numbering, with secret cards taking Black Bolt to 172 and White Flare to 173. Both are built around Unova Pokémon from Pokémon Black and White, so collectors often open and collect them side by side.

The New Black White Rare

The Black White Rare is the top rarity in both sets. Black Bolt has Victini (171/086) and Zekrom ex (172/086), and White Flare has Victini (172/086) and Reshiram ex (173/086). The Zekrom ex and Reshiram ex Black White Rares are the biggest chases of the pair.

Zekrom ex Black White Rare Black Bolt — Zekrom ex 172/086, Black Bolt

Reshiram ex Black White Rare White Flare — Reshiram ex 173/086, White Flare

Black Bolt Special Illustration Rares

Black Bolt has seven Special Illustration Rares: Serperior ex, Kyurem ex, Zekrom ex, Meloetta ex, Excadrill ex, Genesect ex and the trainer card N's Plan.

Zekrom ex Special Illustration Rare Black Bolt — Zekrom ex 166/086

Serperior ex Special Illustration Rare Black Bolt — Serperior ex 164/086

N's Plan Special Illustration Rare Black Bolt — N's Plan 170/086

White Flare Special Illustration Rares

White Flare also has seven: Whimsicott ex, Reshiram ex, Keldeo ex, Jellicent ex, Hydreigon ex, Bouffalant ex and the trainer card Hilda.

Reshiram ex Special Illustration Rare White Flare — Reshiram ex 166/086

Hilda Special Illustration Rare White Flare — Hilda 171/086

Hydreigon ex Special Illustration Rare White Flare — Hydreigon ex 169/086

Black Bolt and White Flare Products

Both sets come in Elite Trainer Boxes, booster bundles and smaller collection boxes. Many collectors pick one set to open and buy singles from the other, or open both to chase the matching Zekrom and Reshiram.

Buying Black Bolt and White Flare in the UAE

Apex Vault lists Black Bolt and White Flare singles and sealed products online with delivery across the UAE. Browse each set page for the cards currently in stock.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Black Bolt and White Flare?

They are twin sets from the same release. Black Bolt is led by Zekrom ex and White Flare by Reshiram ex, and each has its own Special Illustration Rares.

What is a Black White Rare?

A new top rarity introduced in Black Bolt and White Flare. Each set has two: Victini and its legendary ex (Zekrom ex or Reshiram ex).

When were Black Bolt and White Flare released?

Both sets were released together on 18 July 2025.