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White Flare: release, cards and collecting guide
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White Flare shares its Unova theme and launch with Black Bolt, with Reshiram leading this side of the split expansion. The two card pools are complementary, rather than two labels for the same checklist.
Release and checklist
White Flare is an English Scarlet & Violet release dated 2025-07-18. The catalog records 86 cards in the printed base numbering and 173 numbered entries including cards beyond that numbering. These are catalog counts, not a checklist of every parallel finish or associated promo.
Notable pulls and chase targets
The two Reshiram ex printings below make the distinction between a favourite illustration and a particular rarity tangible. Pick your target deliberately and keep White Flare’s set name attached to it when searching, comparing prices or preparing a show list.
Two printings to explore: Reshiram ex, 166/86, Special illustration rare, illustrated by kawayoo. Reshiram ex, 173/86, Black White Rare, illustrated by 5ban Graphics. These are editorial artwork picks, not a ranking by current price, a pull-rate estimate or a promise of future value.
Products and availability
Pokémon confirms an English launch of 18 July 2025, with products staggered afterwards. Elite Trainer Boxes and Binder Collections appeared at launch; Booster Bundles followed on 22 August. The catalog’s 17 July date is not used here.
The dates above describe the release schedule, not live retailer stock. Product contents, availability and prices can change. Check the exact sealed product and its included promos before buying; the artwork on a box does not guarantee that card inside.
Build a collection around it
Open Holo Folder, browse Sets and search for White Flare. Inspect the exact card, number, language and finish before adding it to your wants. Keep a set project in a named binder so it stays separate from your National Dex or trade cards.
At a show, use your wants to find the printing you meant to buy. Compare available price evidence, inspect condition and choose your own spending limit. Saved prices are last-known evidence when offline.
Sources and updates
Release and product details were checked on 7 November 2026. Catalog metadata can change as records are corrected. Source links below let you check the original announcement and card list.
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