The Scarlet & Violet series of the Pokémon TCG takes players to the vast Paldea region, introducing the first Generation IX Pokémon and the powerful Pokémon ex mechanic. This era revitalized the game by bringing back the ex designation and introducing Tera Pokémon ex, featuring stunning crystalline artwork and unique strategic abilities, such as immunity to damage while on the Bench.
Visually, the series marked a historic shift for the international hobby. Most notably, the traditional yellow borders used since the game's inception were replaced with sleek silver borders to match the Japanese card designs.
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White Flare is a fire-themed expansion centered around Reshiram, featuring powerful Fire-type Pokémon, energy acceleration mechanics, and abilities that focus on high damage and fast-paced play. It brings intense offensive strategies and striking new artwork to the forefront of the game.
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Black Bolt is an Electric-themed expansion centered around Zekrom, featuring high-voltage Electric-type Pokémon, energy overload mechanics, and abilities that focus on disruption and burst damage. It delivers fast strikes, tactical pressure, and electrifying new card designs to the game.