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==Sneak-Peek Tins==
==Sneak-Peek Tins==
{{bulbanews|Spring 2011 Sneak-Peek Tins announced}}
To start off the Black & White Series for the English trading card game is the release of the '''Sneak-Peek Tins'''. Released on March 9th, 2011, these tins introduce the first [[Generation V]] Pokémon to the TCG. Each tin features one of the three starters—{{p|Snivy}}, {{p|Tepig}}, and {{p|Oshawott}}—in the form of both a promotional card and a figure, as well as a preview pack of five other Generation V Pokémon. The three cards featured in the tin feature new artwork than when released in Japan in the {{TCG|Journey Partners}} collection. Each tin also contains four booster packs from the {{TCG|Platinum}} Series, {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} Series, and {{TCG|Call of Legends}}.
To start off the Black & White Series for the English trading card game is the release of the '''Sneak-Peek Tins'''. Released on March 9th, 2011, these tins introduce the first [[Generation V]] Pokémon to the TCG. Each tin features one of the three starters—{{p|Snivy}}, {{p|Tepig}}, and {{p|Oshawott}}—in the form of both a promotional card and a figure, as well as a preview pack of five other Generation V Pokémon. The three cards featured in the tin feature new artwork than when released in Japan in the {{TCG|Journey Partners}} collection. Each tin also contains four booster packs from the {{TCG|Platinum}} Series, {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} Series, and {{TCG|Call of Legends}}.


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==Black & White Theme Decks==
==Black & White Theme Decks==
{{bulbanews|Additional Black & White TCG information revealed}}
{{TCG|Theme Deck}}s are an integral part of the trading card game, being released with just about every one of the main expansions. Furthering the release of the [[Generation V]] Pokémon, the three theme decks for the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion feature the final evolutions for [[Unova]]'s starter Pokémon: {{p|Serperior}}, {{p|Emboar}}, and {{p|Samurott}}. The {{TCG|Green Tornado}}, {{TCG|Red Frenzy}}, and {{TCG|Blue Assault}} theme decks were released on April 6th, 2011: roughly three weeks before the main expansion. These three theme decks each contain a code for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]], allowing players to use these theme decks while battling in the game.
{{TCG|Theme Deck}}s are an integral part of the trading card game, being released with just about every one of the main expansions. Furthering the release of the [[Generation V]] Pokémon, the three theme decks for the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion feature the final evolutions for [[Unova]]'s starter Pokémon: {{p|Serperior}}, {{p|Emboar}}, and {{p|Samurott}}. The {{TCG|Green Tornado}}, {{TCG|Red Frenzy}}, and {{TCG|Blue Assault}} theme decks were released on April 6th, 2011: roughly three weeks before the main expansion. These three theme decks each contain a code for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]], allowing players to use these theme decks while battling in the game.


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==Black & White Blisters==
==Black & White Blisters==
{{bulbanews|Pokémon PAX booth boasts upcoming TCG products}}
The release of {{TCG|Black & White}} brought the addition of both Three Pack Blisters and Two Pack Blisters. Released April 25th, 2011, the Three Pack Blisters came in three varieties: each one featuring one of the three [[Unova]] starters as a promotional card, three {{TCG|Black & White}} booster packs, a Black & White preview pack containing three Common cards from the set, and a coin featuring the starters. The Two Pack Blisters contain one Black & White booster pack, one preview pack, and one of four promotional cards. The three starter Pokémon were the same as those in the Three Pack Blisters, but the {{p|Ducklett}} promotional card could only be found in two pack blisters.
The release of {{TCG|Black & White}} brought the addition of both Three Pack Blisters and Two Pack Blisters. Released April 25th, 2011, the Three Pack Blisters came in three varieties: each one featuring one of the three [[Unova]] starters as a promotional card, three {{TCG|Black & White}} booster packs, a Black & White preview pack containing three Common cards from the set, and a coin featuring the starters. The Two Pack Blisters contain one Black & White booster pack, one preview pack, and one of four promotional cards. The three starter Pokémon were the same as those in the Three Pack Blisters, but the {{p|Ducklett}} promotional card could only be found in two pack blisters.


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==Victini Box==
==Victini Box==
{{bulbanews|Wealth of American Black & White TCG set announced}}
In addition to the set release on April 25th, 2011, a promotional box set named the '''Victini Box''' was released. The {{p|Victini}} Box continues the trend of releasing a figure with the trading card promotional merchandise, and includes a new figure of the Victory Pokémon. Also included in this box are five Black & White booster packs, as well as a Cosmos Holofoil promotional card featuring {{p|Zoroark}}.
In addition to the set release on April 25th, 2011, a promotional box set named the '''Victini Box''' was released. The {{p|Victini}} Box continues the trend of releasing a figure with the trading card promotional merchandise, and includes a new figure of the Victory Pokémon. Also included in this box are five Black & White booster packs, as well as a Cosmos Holofoil promotional card featuring {{p|Zoroark}}.


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==Black & White Collector's Album Box==
==Black & White Collector's Album Box==
{{bulbanews|Wealth of American Black & White TCG set announced}}
Alongside the Victini Box on April 25th came another promotional box set, the '''Black & White Collector's Album Box'''. This box set brings a sixty card Black & White mini-collector's album, as well as two additional booster packs from the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion. Also, a promotional card featuring {{p|Axew}} was included.
Alongside the Victini Box on April 25th came another promotional box set, the '''Black & White Collector's Album Box'''. This box set brings a sixty card Black & White mini-collector's album, as well as two additional booster packs from the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion. Also, a promotional card featuring {{p|Axew}} was included.


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==Black & White booster two-packs==
==Black & White booster two-packs==
{{bulbanews|Mystery Egg event coming stateside}}
In conjunction with the {{n|Mystery Egg event coming stateside|Mystery Egg event}}, available exclusively at {{wp|Toys "R" Us}} starting April 27th, 2011 were the ''Black & White booster two-packs.'' These two pack boosters included two boosters from the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion, as well as one of three secret promotional cards featuring one of the three Pokémon that may hatch from the [[Pokémon Egg]]s distributed at the event. These Pokémon are {{p|Pansage}}, {{p|Pidove}}, and {{p|Axew}}.
In conjunction with the {{n|Mystery Egg event coming stateside|Mystery Egg event}}, available exclusively at {{wp|Toys "R" Us}} starting April 27th, 2011 were the ''Black & White booster two-packs.'' These two pack boosters included two boosters from the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion, as well as one of three secret promotional cards featuring one of the three Pokémon that may hatch from the [[Pokémon Egg]]s distributed at the event. These Pokémon are {{p|Pansage}}, {{p|Pidove}}, and {{p|Axew}}.


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==New Legends Tins==
==New Legends Tins==
{{bulbanews|Wealth of American Black & White TCG set announced}}
Continuing the tradition of releasing tins featuring reprints with alternate artwork brings the addition of the '''New Legends Tins.''' Released on May 2nd, 2011, these tins feature {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}}, the mascots for {{game|Black and White|s}}. These tins come with either a Reshiram or a Zekrom Tinsel Holofoil promotional card, in addition to four booster packs from the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion.
Continuing the tradition of releasing tins featuring reprints with alternate artwork brings the addition of the '''New Legends Tins.''' Released on May 2nd, 2011, these tins feature {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}}, the mascots for {{game|Black and White|s}}. These tins come with either a Reshiram or a Zekrom Tinsel Holofoil promotional card, in addition to four booster packs from the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion.


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==Black & White Trainer Kit==
==Black & White Trainer Kit==
{{bulbanews|Black & White Trainer Kit announced for August}}
{{main|Black & White Trainer Kit (TCG)}}
{{main|Black & White Trainer Kit (TCG)}}
In order to teach beginning players how to play the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]], Trainer Kits with two preconstructed {{TCG|half deck}}s are released. The Black & White Series brings the '''Black & White Trainer Kit'''. This kit was originally due for release August 3rd, 2011, but was held back for unknown reasons. The Black & White Trainer Kit features {{p|Zoroark}} and {{p|Excadrill}} as holographic cards with artwork exclusive to the Trainer Kit. It also contains two booklets to guide players through the game, a coin, an exclusive deck box, a Black & White Series booster pack, and a code card to unlock the cards in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]].
In order to teach beginning players how to play the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]], Trainer Kits with two preconstructed {{TCG|half deck}}s are released. The Black & White Series brings the '''Black & White Trainer Kit'''. This kit was originally due for release August 3rd, 2011, but was held back for unknown reasons. The Black & White Trainer Kit features {{p|Zoroark}} and {{p|Excadrill}} as holographic cards with artwork exclusive to the Trainer Kit. It also contains two booklets to guide players through the game, a coin, an exclusive deck box, a Black & White Series booster pack, and a code card to unlock the cards in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]].
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==Emerging Powers Theme Decks==
==Emerging Powers Theme Decks==
{{bulbanews|Black & White: Emerging Powers expansion announced}}
As with almost every expansion, the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion features two theme decks, which are named {{TCG|Toxic Tricks}} and {{TCG|Power Play}}. These two theme decks feature the Pokémon {{p|Scolipede}} and {{p|Krookodile}}, respectively, whose cards were, at the time, English exclusive. Much like with Black & White, the theme decks were released earlier than the main expansion: being released on August 17th, 2011. These theme decks each contain a code for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]], allowing players to use these theme decks while battling in the game.
As with almost every expansion, the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion features two theme decks, which are named {{TCG|Toxic Tricks}} and {{TCG|Power Play}}. These two theme decks feature the Pokémon {{p|Scolipede}} and {{p|Krookodile}}, respectively, whose cards were, at the time, English exclusive. Much like with Black & White, the theme decks were released earlier than the main expansion: being released on August 17th, 2011. These theme decks each contain a code for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]], allowing players to use these theme decks while battling in the game.


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==Emerging Powers Blisters==
==Emerging Powers Blisters==
{{bulbanews|Cards and merchandise for Emerging Powers surface}}
The {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion brings an additional Three Pack Blisters and Two Pack Blisters. Released with the set on August 31st, 2011, three different promotional cards were made available within the products. The Three Pack Blisters have two varieties: one with a {{p|Pansage}} promotional card, and one with a {{p|Zorua}} promotional card. These Blisters also include three Emerging Powers booster packs, an Emerging Powers preview pack containing three Common cards from the set, and a coin featuring both {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}}. The Two Pack Blisters feature a {{p|Minccino}} promotional card, in either a Cracked Ice Holofoil print or a Cosmos Holofoil print, one Emerging Powers booster pack, and one Emerging Powers preview pack.
The {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion brings an additional Three Pack Blisters and Two Pack Blisters. Released with the set on August 31st, 2011, three different promotional cards were made available within the products. The Three Pack Blisters have two varieties: one with a {{p|Pansage}} promotional card, and one with a {{p|Zorua}} promotional card. These Blisters also include three Emerging Powers booster packs, an Emerging Powers preview pack containing three Common cards from the set, and a coin featuring both {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}}. The Two Pack Blisters feature a {{p|Minccino}} promotional card, in either a Cracked Ice Holofoil print or a Cosmos Holofoil print, one Emerging Powers booster pack, and one Emerging Powers preview pack.


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==Emerging Powers Collector's Album Box==
==Emerging Powers Collector's Album Box==
{{bulbanews|More BW TCG merchandise has been announced}}
Much like the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion, {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} also featured a Collector's Album Box. The '''Emerging Powers Collector's Album Box''', released on August 31st, 2011, the same day as the set, contained a sixty card Black & White mini-collector's album, as well as two additional booster packs from the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion. The promotional card included in this box is a Cosmos Holofoil {{p|Darumaka}} card.
Much like the {{TCG|Black & White}} expansion, {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} also featured a Collector's Album Box. The '''Emerging Powers Collector's Album Box''', released on August 31st, 2011, the same day as the set, contained a sixty card Black & White mini-collector's album, as well as two additional booster packs from the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion. The promotional card included in this box is a Cosmos Holofoil {{p|Darumaka}} card.


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==Starter Figure Boxes==
==Starter Figure Boxes==
{{bulbanews|TCG Starter Figure Boxes announced}}
Released September 2011 were the Starter Figure Boxes. Featuring the [[Unova]] [[Region]] [[Starter Pokémon]], these boxes were appropriately named the '''Super Snivy Box''', the '''Terrific Tepig Box''', and the '''Outstanding Oshawott Box'''. Each box contained a Cosmos Holofoil reprint of either {{TCG ID|Black & White|Snivy|1}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Tepig|15}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Oshawott|27}}, and a 3D Jumbo promotional card featuring the starters' evolutionary families: {{TCG ID|Super Snivy|_____'s Snivy|Promo}}, {{TCG ID|Terrific Tepig|_____'s Tepig|Promo}}, or {{TCG ID|Outstanding Oshawott|_____'s Oshawott|Promo}}, respectively. Each box also included one of the three starter figures previously released in the Sneak-Peek Tins, as well as three booster packs from the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion and a code card to unlock these items in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]].
Released September 2011 were the Starter Figure Boxes. Featuring the [[Unova]] [[Region]] [[Starter Pokémon]], these boxes were appropriately named the '''Super Snivy Box''', the '''Terrific Tepig Box''', and the '''Outstanding Oshawott Box'''. Each box contained a Cosmos Holofoil reprint of either {{TCG ID|Black & White|Snivy|1}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Tepig|15}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Oshawott|27}}, and a 3D Jumbo promotional card featuring the starters' evolutionary families: {{TCG ID|Super Snivy|_____'s Snivy|Promo}}, {{TCG ID|Terrific Tepig|_____'s Tepig|Promo}}, or {{TCG ID|Outstanding Oshawott|_____'s Oshawott|Promo}}, respectively. Each box also included one of the three starter figures previously released in the Sneak-Peek Tins, as well as three booster packs from the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion and a code card to unlock these items in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]].


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==Zoroark-Illusions Collection==
==Zoroark-Illusions Collection==
{{bulbanews|New BW TCG merchandise announced for Fall}}
Released October 5th, 2011, the '''Zoroark-Illusions Collection''' was a promotional box featuring the Illusion Fox Pokémon, {{p|Zoroark}}. Each Zoroark-Illusions Collection includes a {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Zoroark|19}} promotional card as both a regular-sized Cosmos Holofoil print and a 3D Jumbo print, three booster packs, and a code card for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]]. This code card unlocks one booster pack online, the promotional card, and a Zoroark themed Item online. This is the first promotional item since the release of {{TCG|Black & White}} to include booster packs from expansions before [[Generation V]].
Released October 5th, 2011, the '''Zoroark-Illusions Collection''' was a promotional box featuring the Illusion Fox Pokémon, {{p|Zoroark}}. Each Zoroark-Illusions Collection includes a {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Zoroark|19}} promotional card as both a regular-sized Cosmos Holofoil print and a 3D Jumbo print, three booster packs, and a code card for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]]. This code card unlocks one booster pack online, the promotional card, and a Zoroark themed Item online. This is the first promotional item since the release of {{TCG|Black & White}} to include booster packs from expansions before [[Generation V]].


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==Reshiram Box==
==Reshiram Box==
{{bulbanews|More BW TCG merchandise has been announced}}
Similar to the {{merch|Black & White|Victini Box}} released in April, a box dedicated to {{p|Reshiram}} was also released. On October 19th, 2011, the '''Reshiram Box''' included four {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} Series booster packs, a Reshiram figure, a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|Black & White|Reshiram|26}} card from {{TCG|Black & White}}, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online.  
Similar to the {{merch|Black & White|Victini Box}} released in April, a box dedicated to {{p|Reshiram}} was also released. On October 19th, 2011, the '''Reshiram Box''' included four {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} Series booster packs, a Reshiram figure, a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|Black & White|Reshiram|26}} card from {{TCG|Black & White}}, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online.  


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==Zekrom Box==
==Zekrom Box==
{{bulbanews|More BW TCG merchandise has been announced}}
Also released October 19th, 2011 is the '''Zekrom Box'''. It has the same contents as the Reshiram Box, but contains a Zekrom figure and a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|Black & White|Zekrom|47}} card from {{TCG|Black & White}} instead of the Reshiram themed merchandise.  
Also released October 19th, 2011 is the '''Zekrom Box'''. It has the same contents as the Reshiram Box, but contains a Zekrom figure and a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|Black & White|Zekrom|47}} card from {{TCG|Black & White}} instead of the Reshiram themed merchandise.  


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==Evolved Battle Action Tins==
==Evolved Battle Action Tins==
{{bulbanews|Cards and merchandise for Emerging Powers surface}}
{{bulbanews|New BW TCG merchandise announced for Fall}}
Released November 2nd, 2011 were the '''Evolved Battle Action Tins'''. Each tin features one of the three final evolutions of the [[Unova]] [[Region]] Starter Pokémon, the Grass Pokémon {{p|Serperior}}, the Fire Pokémon {{p|Emboar}}, and the Water Pokémon {{p|Samurott}}, in the form of both a promotional reprint and a figure. The tins also include a special code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online, as well as five booster packs: two from {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}, one from {{TCG|Black & White}}, one from {{TCG|Call of Legends}}, and one from {{TCG|Triumphant}}.
Released November 2nd, 2011 were the '''Evolved Battle Action Tins'''. Each tin features one of the three final evolutions of the [[Unova]] [[Region]] Starter Pokémon, the Grass Pokémon {{p|Serperior}}, the Fire Pokémon {{p|Emboar}}, and the Water Pokémon {{p|Samurott}}, in the form of both a promotional reprint and a figure. The tins also include a special code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online, as well as five booster packs: two from {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}, one from {{TCG|Black & White}}, one from {{TCG|Call of Legends}}, and one from {{TCG|Triumphant}}.


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==Next Destinies Blisters==
==Next Destinies Blisters==
{{bulbanews|New Next Destinies information surfaces}}
Released together with the {{TCG|Next Destinies}} expansion, various Blister Packs hit store shelves on February 8th, 2012. In an unprecedented move by [[The Pokémon Company International]], the Blister Packs for North America began to include different assortments of products compared to the international blisters. The familiar Three Pack Blisters, released internationally, came in two varieties: one with an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil {{p|Riolu}} promotional card, and one with an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil {{p|Luxio}} promotional card. These Blisters included three {{TCG|Next Destinies}} booster packs, and a coin featuring {{p|Munna}}.
Released together with the {{TCG|Next Destinies}} expansion, various Blister Packs hit store shelves on February 8th, 2012. In an unprecedented move by [[The Pokémon Company International]], the Blister Packs for North America began to include different assortments of products compared to the international blisters. The familiar Three Pack Blisters, released internationally, came in two varieties: one with an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil {{p|Riolu}} promotional card, and one with an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil {{p|Luxio}} promotional card. These Blisters included three {{TCG|Next Destinies}} booster packs, and a coin featuring {{p|Munna}}.


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==Dark Explorers Theme Decks==
==Dark Explorers Theme Decks==
{{bulbanews|PokéCollection reveals Dark Explorers merchandise}}
Much like many other expansions, {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} brought with it two more {{TCG|Theme Deck}}s: {{TCG|Raiders}} and {{TCG|Shadows}}, on May 9th, 2012. Raiders features the Coffin Pokémon, {{p|Cofagrigus}}, while Shadows features the Illusion Fox Pokémon, {{p|Zoroark}}. Their featured cards, {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Cofagrigus|52}} and {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Zoroark|71}}, return to the Cracked Ice Holofoil, after the {{TCG|Next Destinies}} Theme Decks featured the Tinsel Holofoil. Each Theme Deck included a [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]] code that allows the deck to be unlocked online.
Much like many other expansions, {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} brought with it two more {{TCG|Theme Deck}}s: {{TCG|Raiders}} and {{TCG|Shadows}}, on May 9th, 2012. Raiders features the Coffin Pokémon, {{p|Cofagrigus}}, while Shadows features the Illusion Fox Pokémon, {{p|Zoroark}}. Their featured cards, {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Cofagrigus|52}} and {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Zoroark|71}}, return to the Cracked Ice Holofoil, after the {{TCG|Next Destinies}} Theme Decks featured the Tinsel Holofoil. Each Theme Deck included a [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]] code that allows the deck to be unlocked online.


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==Dark Explorers Blisters==
==Dark Explorers Blisters==
{{bulbanews|PokéCollection reveals Dark Explorers merchandise}}
Accompanying the {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} expansion on May 9th, 2012, various Blister Packs were released in stores to promote the expansion. Continuing the pattern set by {{TCG|Next Destinies}}, the Blister Packs for North America include different assortments of products compared to the international Blisters. The international Three Pack Blisters came in two varieties: one with a Cracked Ice Holofoil {{p|Luxray}} promotional card, and one with a Cracked Ice Holofoil {{p|Krookodile}} promotional card. These Blisters included three {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} booster packs, and a coin featuring {{p|Zekrom}} and {{p|Reshiram}} first released in the Next Destinies Theme Decks.
Accompanying the {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} expansion on May 9th, 2012, various Blister Packs were released in stores to promote the expansion. Continuing the pattern set by {{TCG|Next Destinies}}, the Blister Packs for North America include different assortments of products compared to the international Blisters. The international Three Pack Blisters came in two varieties: one with a Cracked Ice Holofoil {{p|Luxray}} promotional card, and one with a Cracked Ice Holofoil {{p|Krookodile}} promotional card. These Blisters included three {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} booster packs, and a coin featuring {{p|Zekrom}} and {{p|Reshiram}} first released in the Next Destinies Theme Decks.


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==Kyurem Box==
==Kyurem Box==
{{bulbanews|New Kyurem Box TCG merchandise announced}}
To finish off the [[Tao trio]]'s collection of promotional boxes, the '''Kyurem Box''' was made available starting June 2012. Similar to the {{merch|Black & White|Reshiram Box}} and {{merch|Black & White|Zekrom Box}} released in October 2011, the Kyurem Box included four booster packs, a Kyurem figure, a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|Noble Victories|Kyurem|34}} card from {{TCG|Noble Victories}}, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online that unlocks the exclusive promotional card. Unlike the Reshiram and Zekrom Boxes, however, the booster packs included in this box were one {{TCG|Black & White}} booster pack, two {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} booster packs, and one {{TCG|Next Destinies}} booster pack.  
To finish off the [[Tao trio]]'s collection of promotional boxes, the '''Kyurem Box''' was made available starting June 2012. Similar to the {{merch|Black & White|Reshiram Box}} and {{merch|Black & White|Zekrom Box}} released in October 2011, the Kyurem Box included four booster packs, a Kyurem figure, a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|Noble Victories|Kyurem|34}} card from {{TCG|Noble Victories}}, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online that unlocks the exclusive promotional card. Unlike the Reshiram and Zekrom Boxes, however, the booster packs included in this box were one {{TCG|Black & White}} booster pack, two {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} booster packs, and one {{TCG|Next Destinies}} booster pack.  


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==Evolved Starter Boxes==
==Evolved Starter Boxes==
{{bulbanews|Pokémon TCG BW6 English expansion given release date}}
Released July 2012 were the Evolved Starter Boxes. Featuring the [[Unova]] [[Region]] [[Starter Pokémon]]'s final evolutions, these boxes are appropriately named the '''Superb Serperior Box''', the '''Excellent Emboar Box''', and the '''Spectacular Samurott Box'''. Each box contains a Cracked Ice Holofoil reprint of either {{TCG ID|Black & White|Servine|3}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Pignite|17}}, or {{TCG ID|Black & White|Dewott|29}}, and one of the three {{merch|Black & White|Black & White Theme Decks}}. Each box also includes one of the three evolved starter figures previously released in the {{merch|Black & White|Evolved Battle Action Tins}}, as well as two booster packs: one from the {{TCG|Call of Legends}} expansion and another from the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion.
Released July 2012 were the Evolved Starter Boxes. Featuring the [[Unova]] [[Region]] [[Starter Pokémon]]'s final evolutions, these boxes are appropriately named the '''Superb Serperior Box''', the '''Excellent Emboar Box''', and the '''Spectacular Samurott Box'''. Each box contains a Cracked Ice Holofoil reprint of either {{TCG ID|Black & White|Servine|3}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Pignite|17}}, or {{TCG ID|Black & White|Dewott|29}}, and one of the three {{merch|Black & White|Black & White Theme Decks}}. Each box also includes one of the three evolved starter figures previously released in the {{merch|Black & White|Evolved Battle Action Tins}}, as well as two booster packs: one from the {{TCG|Call of Legends}} expansion and another from the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion.


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==Dragons Exalted Theme Decks==
==Dragons Exalted Theme Decks==
{{bulbanews|Dragons Exalted decks to feature Hydreigon, Garchomp}}
The {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} expansion features two theme decks, which are named {{TCG|DragonSnarl}} and {{TCG|DragonSpeed}}, that were released August 15th, 2012. These two theme decks feature the {{ct|Dragon}}, and contain the Brutal Pokémon {{p|Hydreigon}} and the Mach Pokémon {{p|Garchomp}}, respectively, as exclusive Cracked Ice Holofoils. Each Theme Deck includes a [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]] code that allows the deck to be unlocked online.
The {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} expansion features two theme decks, which are named {{TCG|DragonSnarl}} and {{TCG|DragonSpeed}}, that were released August 15th, 2012. These two theme decks feature the {{ct|Dragon}}, and contain the Brutal Pokémon {{p|Hydreigon}} and the Mach Pokémon {{p|Garchomp}}, respectively, as exclusive Cracked Ice Holofoils. Each Theme Deck includes a [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]] code that allows the deck to be unlocked online.


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==Dragons Exalted Blisters==
==Dragons Exalted Blisters==
{{bulbanews|New merchandise for Dragons Exalted revealed}}
{{bulbanews|Two new Dragons Exalted Blisters revealed}}
Released with the {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} expansion on August 15th, 2012, four different Blister Packs appeared in stores, because the Stage 2 Blisters were discontinued in between the release of {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} and {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}. The Three Pack Blisters came in two varieties: one with a Cracked Ice Holofoil {{p|Chandelure}} promotional card and one with a Cracked Ice Holofoil {{p|Scolipede}} card. These Blisters included 3 Dragons Exalted booster packs, and a coin featuring {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}}, originally included in the Next Destinies Theme Decks. Also released were the Stage 1 Blisters, each containing either the {{p|Excadrill}} family or the {{p|Lilligant}} family, with the final stage as an exclusive Holofoil, as well as one booster pack, and one preview pack of three Commons.
Released with the {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} expansion on August 15th, 2012, four different Blister Packs appeared in stores, because the Stage 2 Blisters were discontinued in between the release of {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} and {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}. The Three Pack Blisters came in two varieties: one with a Cracked Ice Holofoil {{p|Chandelure}} promotional card and one with a Cracked Ice Holofoil {{p|Scolipede}} card. These Blisters included 3 Dragons Exalted booster packs, and a coin featuring {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}}, originally included in the Next Destinies Theme Decks. Also released were the Stage 1 Blisters, each containing either the {{p|Excadrill}} family or the {{p|Lilligant}} family, with the final stage as an exclusive Holofoil, as well as one booster pack, and one preview pack of three Commons.


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==Double Album Box==
==Double Album Box==
{{bulbanews|'Double Album Box' TCG merchandise revealed}}
The month of August 2012 brings another promotional box set, the '''Double Album Box'''. This box set includes two sixty card Black & White Series mini-collector's albums, as well as five booster packs from the {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} Series, the {{TCG|Call of Legends}} Series, and the {{TCG|Black & White}} Series, and three exclusive holo promotional cards, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Pansage|7}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Pansear|21}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Panpour|33}}, all done in the Energy Reverse Holofoil introduced in the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion.
The month of August 2012 brings another promotional box set, the '''Double Album Box'''. This box set includes two sixty card Black & White Series mini-collector's albums, as well as five booster packs from the {{TCG|HeartGold & SoulSilver}} Series, the {{TCG|Call of Legends}} Series, and the {{TCG|Black & White}} Series, and three exclusive holo promotional cards, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Pansage|7}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Pansear|21}}, {{TCG ID|Black & White|Panpour|33}}, all done in the Energy Reverse Holofoil introduced in the {{TCG|Emerging Powers}} expansion.


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==Legendary EX Tins==
==Legendary EX Tins==
{{bulbanews|Dragons Exalted decks to feature Hydreigon, Garchomp}}
Shortly after the release of the {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} expansion, the '''Legendary EX Tins''' were released on September 12th, 2012. In some international countries, the tins were released as early as August 15th, the release date of {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}. These tins featured three of the most powerful {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} at the time: {{TCG ID|Next Destinies|Mewtwo-EX|54}}, {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Darkrai-EX|63}}, and {{TCG ID|Dragons Exalted|Rayquaza-EX|85}}. Included in the tins were four Black & White Series booster packs—2 from {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}, 1 from {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}, and 1 from {{TCG|Black & White}}—and an online code card to unlock the promotional card online.
Shortly after the release of the {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} expansion, the '''Legendary EX Tins''' were released on September 12th, 2012. In some international countries, the tins were released as early as August 15th, the release date of {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}. These tins featured three of the most powerful {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} at the time: {{TCG ID|Next Destinies|Mewtwo-EX|54}}, {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Darkrai-EX|63}}, and {{TCG ID|Dragons Exalted|Rayquaza-EX|85}}. Included in the tins were four Black & White Series booster packs—2 from {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}, 1 from {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}, and 1 from {{TCG|Black & White}}—and an online code card to unlock the promotional card online.


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==Dragon Vault Blisters==
==Dragon Vault Blisters==
{{bulbanews|New blister pack announced}}
In order to promote the mini set releasing October 5th, various Blister Packs will be released to promote {{TCG|Dragon Vault}}, a 20 card mini expansion containing all Holofoil cards. Each Blister Pack will contain 3 booster packs, each containing only 5 cards, an code card for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]], as well as one of five unique promotional cards. The promotional cards each have an exclusive Dragon Vault stamp on the image, similar to current {{TCG|Prerelease cards}}. The promotional cards are {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Latias|9}}, {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Latios|10}}, {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Rayquaza|11}}, {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Haxorus|16}}, and {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Druddigon|17}}.
In order to promote the mini set releasing October 5th, various Blister Packs will be released to promote {{TCG|Dragon Vault}}, a 20 card mini expansion containing all Holofoil cards. Each Blister Pack will contain 3 booster packs, each containing only 5 cards, an code card for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game Online]], as well as one of five unique promotional cards. The promotional cards each have an exclusive Dragon Vault stamp on the image, similar to current {{TCG|Prerelease cards}}. The promotional cards are {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Latias|9}}, {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Latios|10}}, {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Rayquaza|11}}, {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Haxorus|16}}, and {{TCG ID|Dragon Vault|Druddigon|17}}.


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==Keldeo Box==
==Keldeo Box==
{{bulbanews|Keldeo Box TCG merchandise releasing October}}
During the month of October 2012, specifically on October 8th, a promotional box named the '''Keldeo Box''' was released. This product features the newly released Colt Pokémon, {{p|Keldeo}}, as both a new promotional card, Jumbo card, and figure of Keldeo's [[Form differences#Keldeo|Resolution Forme]]. The Keldeo Box included these three promotional items, as well as three booster packs from the Black & White Series expansions of the Pokémon Trading Card Game—specifically, 2 from {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} and 1 from {{TCG|Noble Victories}}. It did not include an online code card for the online game.
During the month of October 2012, specifically on October 8th, a promotional box named the '''Keldeo Box''' was released. This product features the newly released Colt Pokémon, {{p|Keldeo}}, as both a new promotional card, Jumbo card, and figure of Keldeo's [[Form differences#Keldeo|Resolution Forme]]. The Keldeo Box included these three promotional items, as well as three booster packs from the Black & White Series expansions of the Pokémon Trading Card Game—specifically, 2 from {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} and 1 from {{TCG|Noble Victories}}. It did not include an online code card for the online game.


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==Boundaries Crossed Blisters==
==Boundaries Crossed Blisters==
{{bulbanews|Boundaries Crossed blister packs announced}}
Released alongside the {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} expansion on November 7th, 2012, were a collection of Blister Packs to promote the expansion. Included in the Three Pack Blisters were a Black Star Promotional Empoleon as well as the Black Star Promotional Haxorus. These Blister Packs included 3 packs from the Boundaries Crossed expansion, and a coin. Also released were the Stage 1 Blisters, each containing either the {{p|Raichu}} family or the {{p|Beheeyem}} family, with the final stage as an exclusive Holofoil, one booster pack, and one preview pack. Both the Pikachu and the Elgyem included in the Stage 1 Blisters were exclusive BW Black Star Promotional cards.
Released alongside the {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} expansion on November 7th, 2012, were a collection of Blister Packs to promote the expansion. Included in the Three Pack Blisters were a Black Star Promotional Empoleon as well as the Black Star Promotional Haxorus. These Blister Packs included 3 packs from the Boundaries Crossed expansion, and a coin. Also released were the Stage 1 Blisters, each containing either the {{p|Raichu}} family or the {{p|Beheeyem}} family, with the final stage as an exclusive Holofoil, one booster pack, and one preview pack. Both the Pikachu and the Elgyem included in the Stage 1 Blisters were exclusive BW Black Star Promotional cards.


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==Plasma Storm Theme Decks==
==Plasma Storm Theme Decks==
{{bulbanews|Plasma Storm blister packs announced}}
The {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion features two Theme Decks, named {{TCG|Plasma Shadow}} and {{TCG|Plasma Claw}}, which were released on February 6th, 2013. Plasma Shadow features {{p|Giratina}}, while Plasma Claw features {{p|Druddigon}}, both as an exclusive Cracked Ice Holofoil. Each Theme Deck contains a code for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online, allowing players to unlock the deck online, as well as damage counters, a custom coin, a rule sheet, and a deckbox featuring their respective Pokémon.
The {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion features two Theme Decks, named {{TCG|Plasma Shadow}} and {{TCG|Plasma Claw}}, which were released on February 6th, 2013. Plasma Shadow features {{p|Giratina}}, while Plasma Claw features {{p|Druddigon}}, both as an exclusive Cracked Ice Holofoil. Each Theme Deck contains a code for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online, allowing players to unlock the deck online, as well as damage counters, a custom coin, a rule sheet, and a deckbox featuring their respective Pokémon.


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==Plasma Storm Blisters==
==Plasma Storm Blisters==
{{bulbanews|Plasma Storm blister packs announced}}
Accompanying the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion on February 6th, 2013 were two different Three Pack Blisters and two different Stage 1 Blisters. The Three Pack Blisters feature either a {{p|Ninetales}} or an {{p|Ampharos}} Cosmos Holofoil Black Star Promotional card and include 3 {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} booster packs, and one of the two coins included in the [[Black & White TCG Series merchandise#Boundaries Crossed Theme Deck|Boundaries Crossed Theme Decks]]. Also released were the Stage 1 Blisters, featuring either the {{p|Drifblim}} evolutionary family or the {{p|Wigglytuff}} evolutionary family. Both the Drifblim and Jigglypuff promotional cards were exclusive Black Star Promos, while the Wigglytuff was an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil from the {{TCG|Next Destinies}} expansion, and the Drifloon was from {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}. Both varieties also include one booster pack, and one preview pack.
Accompanying the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion on February 6th, 2013 were two different Three Pack Blisters and two different Stage 1 Blisters. The Three Pack Blisters feature either a {{p|Ninetales}} or an {{p|Ampharos}} Cosmos Holofoil Black Star Promotional card and include 3 {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} booster packs, and one of the two coins included in the [[Black & White TCG Series merchandise#Boundaries Crossed Theme Deck|Boundaries Crossed Theme Decks]]. Also released were the Stage 1 Blisters, featuring either the {{p|Drifblim}} evolutionary family or the {{p|Wigglytuff}} evolutionary family. Both the Drifblim and Jigglypuff promotional cards were exclusive Black Star Promos, while the Wigglytuff was an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil from the {{TCG|Next Destinies}} expansion, and the Drifloon was from {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}. Both varieties also include one booster pack, and one preview pack.


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==Legends of Justice Box==
==Legends of Justice Box==
{{bulbanews|Legends of Justice promo cards surface}}
Two weeks after the release of the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion on February 20th, 2013, the '''Legends of Justice Box''' was released. This Box featured the three main members of the [[Swords of Justice]]: {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, and {{p|Virizion}}. The box included the three Pokémon as Cracked Ice Holofoil cards, and also included three Black & White Series booster packs: 1 {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} pack, 1 {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} pack, and 1 pack from either {{TCG|Black & White}}, {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}, or {{TCG|Noble Victories}}.
Two weeks after the release of the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion on February 20th, 2013, the '''Legends of Justice Box''' was released. This Box featured the three main members of the [[Swords of Justice]]: {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, and {{p|Virizion}}. The box included the three Pokémon as Cracked Ice Holofoil cards, and also included three Black & White Series booster packs: 1 {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} pack, 1 {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} pack, and 1 pack from either {{TCG|Black & White}}, {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}, or {{TCG|Noble Victories}}.


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==Plasma Storm Elite Trainer Box==
==Plasma Storm Elite Trainer Box==
{{bulbanews|Elite Trainer Box has been revealed for Plasma Storm}}
During the month of February 2013, a special product like no other was released: the '''Plasma Storm Elite Trainer Box'''. Contained in this Elite Trainer Box were seven booster packs from the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion, as well as 5 basic Energy cards from each of the 8 types, an acrylic {{TCG|Poison}} marker and {{TCG|Burn}} marker, 6 blue Plasma Storm themed dice, 1 transparent Plasma Storm themed dice for flipping, and a player's guide with tips about all the newly released cards in the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion.  
During the month of February 2013, a special product like no other was released: the '''Plasma Storm Elite Trainer Box'''. Contained in this Elite Trainer Box were seven booster packs from the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion, as well as 5 basic Energy cards from each of the 8 types, an acrylic {{TCG|Poison}} marker and {{TCG|Burn}} marker, 6 blue Plasma Storm themed dice, 1 transparent Plasma Storm themed dice for flipping, and a player's guide with tips about all the newly released cards in the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion.  


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==EX Power Tins==
==EX Power Tins==
{{bulbanews|Plasma Storm booster packs, tins unveiled}}
A month after the release of the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion on March 6th, 2013, the '''EX Power Tins''' were released. These tins featured reprints of three {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} from the {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} expansion: {{TCG ID|Boundaries Crossed|Keldeo-EX|49}}, {{TCG ID|Boundaries Crossed|Black Kyurem-EX|101}}, and {{TCG ID|Boundaries Crossed|White Kyurem-EX|103}}. Included in the tins were four Black & White series booster packs (1 Plasma Storm, 1 Boundaries Crossed, and 2 packs in any combination from either Emerging Powers, Dragons Exalted, or Next Destinies), 1 of 2 special cards featuring the Mythical Pokémon {{p|Meloetta}}, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online.
A month after the release of the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} expansion on March 6th, 2013, the '''EX Power Tins''' were released. These tins featured reprints of three {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} from the {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} expansion: {{TCG ID|Boundaries Crossed|Keldeo-EX|49}}, {{TCG ID|Boundaries Crossed|Black Kyurem-EX|101}}, and {{TCG ID|Boundaries Crossed|White Kyurem-EX|103}}. Included in the tins were four Black & White series booster packs (1 Plasma Storm, 1 Boundaries Crossed, and 2 packs in any combination from either Emerging Powers, Dragons Exalted, or Next Destinies), 1 of 2 special cards featuring the Mythical Pokémon {{p|Meloetta}}, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online.


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==Black Kyurem Box==
==Black Kyurem Box==
{{bulbanews|New English TCG box revealed}}
{{bulbanews|Boundaries Crossed blister packs announced}}
{{bulbanews|Black Kyurem Box, White Kyurem Box to be released}}
Similar to the {{merch|Black & White|Reshiram Box}} released in October 2011, a box dedicated to Black {{p|Kyurem}} was also released. On April 24, 2013, the '''Black Kyurem Box''' included four Black & White Series booster packs: 1 from {{TCG|Plasma Storm}}, 1 from {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}}, 1 from {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}, and 1 from {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}, a Black Kyurem figure, a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Black Kyurem|58}} card from {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}}, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online.  
Similar to the {{merch|Black & White|Reshiram Box}} released in October 2011, a box dedicated to Black {{p|Kyurem}} was also released. On April 24, 2013, the '''Black Kyurem Box''' included four Black & White Series booster packs: 1 from {{TCG|Plasma Storm}}, 1 from {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}}, 1 from {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}}, and 1 from {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}, a Black Kyurem figure, a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Black Kyurem|58}} card from {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}}, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online.  


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==White Kyurem Box==
==White Kyurem Box==
{{bulbanews|New English TCG box revealed}}
{{bulbanews|Boundaries Crossed blister packs announced}}
{{bulbanews|Black Kyurem Box, White Kyurem Box to be released}}
Also released April 24, 2013 is the '''White Kyurem Box'''. It has the same contents as the Black Kyurem Box, but contains a White Kyurem figure and a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|BW Promo|White Kyurem|59}} card from {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} instead of the Black Kyurem themed merchandise.  
Also released April 24, 2013 is the '''White Kyurem Box'''. It has the same contents as the Black Kyurem Box, but contains a White Kyurem figure and a new promotional reprint of the {{TCG ID|BW Promo|White Kyurem|59}} card from {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} instead of the Black Kyurem themed merchandise.  


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==Plasma Freeze Theme Decks==
==Plasma Freeze Theme Decks==
{{bulbanews|Theme decks, booster packs revealed for Plasma Freeze}}
The {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} expansion features two Theme Decks, released May 8, 2013. The Theme Decks featured {{p|Leafeon}} and {{p|Glaceon}}, which were the features of the {{merch|Diamond & Pearl|Majestic Dawn Theme Decks}}. Both cards are given an exclusive Cracked Ice Holofoil. Each Theme Deck also contains damage counters, a custom coin, a rule sheet, a deckbox featuring their respective Pokémon, and a code for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online, allowing players to unlock the deck online.
The {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} expansion features two Theme Decks, released May 8, 2013. The Theme Decks featured {{p|Leafeon}} and {{p|Glaceon}}, which were the features of the {{merch|Diamond & Pearl|Majestic Dawn Theme Decks}}. Both cards are given an exclusive Cracked Ice Holofoil. Each Theme Deck also contains damage counters, a custom coin, a rule sheet, a deckbox featuring their respective Pokémon, and a code for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online, allowing players to unlock the deck online.


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==Plasma Freeze Blisters==
==Plasma Freeze Blisters==
{{bulbanews|Landorus blister pack unveiled for Plasma Freeze}}
{{bulbanews|Moltres, Electrode Plasma Freeze Blisters unveiled}}
{{bulbanews|Druddigon Plasma Freeze Blister unveiled}}
Released with the {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} expansion on May 8, 2013 were multiple Blister Packs promoting the expansion. The Three Pack Blisters feature a [[Team Plasma]] {{p|Landorus}} promotional card and a Team Plasma {{p|Druddigon}} promotional card, later released again in the {{merch|Black & White|Deoxys Box}}. Each of these Blisters contains three booster packs from the Plasma Freeze expansion, as well as the promotional card and a Team Plasma coin. Also released were two different Single Pack Blisters, or Checklane Blisters, featuring either {{p|Electrode}} or {{p|Moltres}}. These Blister Packs differ from similar Blister Packs from previous expansion in that they only contain one card instead of a typical {{TCG|Stage 1 Pokémon}} evolutionary line, as well as a back stock {{TCG|coin}}. The possible coins for this Blister Pack are either {{p|Chikorita}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, or {{p|Totodile}}, all of which were included in the {{merch|HeartGold & SoulSilver|HeartGold & SoulSilver Theme Decks}}.
Released with the {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} expansion on May 8, 2013 were multiple Blister Packs promoting the expansion. The Three Pack Blisters feature a [[Team Plasma]] {{p|Landorus}} promotional card and a Team Plasma {{p|Druddigon}} promotional card, later released again in the {{merch|Black & White|Deoxys Box}}. Each of these Blisters contains three booster packs from the Plasma Freeze expansion, as well as the promotional card and a Team Plasma coin. Also released were two different Single Pack Blisters, or Checklane Blisters, featuring either {{p|Electrode}} or {{p|Moltres}}. These Blister Packs differ from similar Blister Packs from previous expansion in that they only contain one card instead of a typical {{TCG|Stage 1 Pokémon}} evolutionary line, as well as a back stock {{TCG|coin}}. The possible coins for this Blister Pack are either {{p|Chikorita}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, or {{p|Totodile}}, all of which were included in the {{merch|HeartGold & SoulSilver|HeartGold & SoulSilver Theme Decks}}.


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==Team Plasma Box==
==Team Plasma Box==
{{bulbanews|Team Plasma Box to be released May 29}}
Released May 29, 2013 was the '''Team Plasma Box''', a special promotional box featuring {{p|Darkrai}} and {{p|Giratina}}. Within this promotional product came 3 Black & White Series booster packs, 2 {{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} promotional cards, a Jumbo Darkrai Promotional card, and a Team Plasma {{TCG|coin}}. The two Full Art cards originate from the Japanese {{TCG|Team Plasma Battle Gift Set}}, whose other cards were released in the English {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} expansion.
Released May 29, 2013 was the '''Team Plasma Box''', a special promotional box featuring {{p|Darkrai}} and {{p|Giratina}}. Within this promotional product came 3 Black & White Series booster packs, 2 {{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} promotional cards, a Jumbo Darkrai Promotional card, and a Team Plasma {{TCG|coin}}. The two Full Art cards originate from the Japanese {{TCG|Team Plasma Battle Gift Set}}, whose other cards were released in the English {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} expansion.


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==Black & White Knock Out Collection==
==Black & White Knock Out Collection==
{{bulbanews|Black & White Knock Out Collection released to Rite Aid Pharmacies}}
Much like the two previous Knock Out Collections, the '''Black & White Knock Out Collection''' was a repackaged box released exclusively at {{wp|Rite Aid}} pharmacies. Released May 2013, this Knock Out Collection featured either {{p|Groudon}} or {{p|Kyogre}}, and contained a promotional card in addition to three booster packs. The two promotional cards are the Cosmos Holofoil {{TCG ID|Call of Legends|Groudon|6}} and {{TCG ID|Call of Legends|Kyogre|12}} from the {{TCG|Call of Legends}} expansion, without any differences from the original prints. The boxes contain one pack from {{TCG|Supreme Victors}}, one from {{TCG|Undaunted}}, and one from {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}.
Much like the two previous Knock Out Collections, the '''Black & White Knock Out Collection''' was a repackaged box released exclusively at {{wp|Rite Aid}} pharmacies. Released May 2013, this Knock Out Collection featured either {{p|Groudon}} or {{p|Kyogre}}, and contained a promotional card in addition to three booster packs. The two promotional cards are the Cosmos Holofoil {{TCG ID|Call of Legends|Groudon|6}} and {{TCG ID|Call of Legends|Kyogre|12}} from the {{TCG|Call of Legends}} expansion, without any differences from the original prints. The boxes contain one pack from {{TCG|Supreme Victors}}, one from {{TCG|Undaunted}}, and one from {{TCG|Emerging Powers}}.


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==Mewtwo Figure Blister==
==Mewtwo Figure Blister==
{{bulbanews|Mewtwo Figure Blister has been unveiled}}
The '''Mewtwo Figure Blister''' was released in July 2013. It comes with two random packs from the {{TCG|Black & White}} Series, and also provides another opportunity to collect the Mewtwo Figure previously released in the {{merch|Black & White|Mewtwo Collection}}. The Figure included in this product, however, utilizes different bases than those previously released in the Mewtwo Collection: they lack the "Mewtwo" written on the side of the base.
The '''Mewtwo Figure Blister''' was released in July 2013. It comes with two random packs from the {{TCG|Black & White}} Series, and also provides another opportunity to collect the Mewtwo Figure previously released in the {{merch|Black & White|Mewtwo Collection}}. The Figure included in this product, however, utilizes different bases than those previously released in the Mewtwo Collection: they lack the "Mewtwo" written on the side of the base.


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==Deoxys Box==
==Deoxys Box==
{{bulbanews|Deoxys Box has been unveiled}}
Initially announced for August 2013, but then released in July 2013, is a promotional box named the '''Deoxys Box'''. The Deoxys Box features the DNA Pokémon as both a new Jumbo promotional card of its recently released {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Deoxys-EX|53}} card, and a figure of Deoxys's [[Form differences#Deoxys|Attack Forme]]. Also included is an alternate Holofoil print of the recently released {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Druddigon|80}} {{TCG|BW Black Star Promos|BW Black Star Promo}}, as well as three booster packs from the Black & White Series expansions of the Pokémon Trading Card Game—specifically, 1 from {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}}, and either 2 {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} packs, or 1 {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} pack and 1 {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} pack.
Initially announced for August 2013, but then released in July 2013, is a promotional box named the '''Deoxys Box'''. The Deoxys Box features the DNA Pokémon as both a new Jumbo promotional card of its recently released {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Deoxys-EX|53}} card, and a figure of Deoxys's [[Form differences#Deoxys|Attack Forme]]. Also included is an alternate Holofoil print of the recently released {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Druddigon|80}} {{TCG|BW Black Star Promos|BW Black Star Promo}}, as well as three booster packs from the Black & White Series expansions of the Pokémon Trading Card Game—specifically, 1 from {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}}, and either 2 {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} packs, or 1 {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} pack and 1 {{TCG|Boundaries Crossed}} pack.


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==Plasma Blast Blisters==
==Plasma Blast Blisters==
{{bulbanews|New Team Plasma TCG merchandise surfaces}}
{{bulbanews|Krookodile, Lucario Blister Packs revealed for Plasma Blast}}
{{bulbanews|Lucario, Genesect Blister Pack Promos surface}}
In addition to the {{merch|Black & White|Plasma Blast Theme Decks}}, alongside the expansion on August 14, 2013, the Plasma Blast Blisters were released in order to promote {{TCG|Plasma Blast}}. There were four Blister Packs total: two Three Pack Blisters and two Single Pack Blisters. Each Three Pack Blister comes with three {{TCG|Plasma Blast}} booster packs, a custom coin (either a repackaged Gold {{p|Palkia}} coin or a repackaged Silver {{p|Dialga}}), and an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil {{TCG|BW Black Star Promos|BW Black Star Promotional card}}, either {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Lucario|85}} or {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Genesect|86}}. Each Single Pack Blister comes with one Plasma Blast booster pack, a repackaged custom coin from any of the Theme Decks of the first three Black & White Series expansions, and an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil promotional card, either of {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Blaziken|17}} or Dark Explorers {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Krookodile|66}}.
In addition to the {{merch|Black & White|Plasma Blast Theme Decks}}, alongside the expansion on August 14, 2013, the Plasma Blast Blisters were released in order to promote {{TCG|Plasma Blast}}. There were four Blister Packs total: two Three Pack Blisters and two Single Pack Blisters. Each Three Pack Blister comes with three {{TCG|Plasma Blast}} booster packs, a custom coin (either a repackaged Gold {{p|Palkia}} coin or a repackaged Silver {{p|Dialga}}), and an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil {{TCG|BW Black Star Promos|BW Black Star Promotional card}}, either {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Lucario|85}} or {{TCG ID|BW Promo|Genesect|86}}. Each Single Pack Blister comes with one Plasma Blast booster pack, a repackaged custom coin from any of the Theme Decks of the first three Black & White Series expansions, and an exclusive Cosmos Holofoil promotional card, either of {{TCG|Dark Explorers}} {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Blaziken|17}} or Dark Explorers {{TCG ID|Dark Explorers|Krookodile|66}}.


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==Plasma Blast Elite Trainer Box==
==Plasma Blast Elite Trainer Box==
{{bulbanews|Plasma Blast Elite Trainer Box has been unveiled}}
After the success of the first {{merch|Black & White|Plasma Storm Elite Trainer Box}}, [[The Pokémon Company International]] believed that Elite Trainer Boxes should become an integral part of the TCG merchandise line up. Two sets later came the '''Plasma Blast Elite Trainer Box'''. It came with much of the same contents as the first, but featured a few improvements after official representatives asked for feedback from the community on [[The PokéGym]]. The box added Card Sleeves, as well as an additional booster pack, bring the total to eight. Also included are 5 basic Energy cards from each of the 8 types, an acrylic {{TCG|Poison}} marker and {{TCG|Burn}} marker, 6 orange Plasma Blast themed dice, 1 transparent Plasma Blast themed dice for flipping, and a player's guide with tips about all the newly released cards in the {{TCG|Plasma Blast}} expansion.  
After the success of the first {{merch|Black & White|Plasma Storm Elite Trainer Box}}, [[The Pokémon Company International]] believed that Elite Trainer Boxes should become an integral part of the TCG merchandise line up. Two sets later came the '''Plasma Blast Elite Trainer Box'''. It came with much of the same contents as the first, but featured a few improvements after official representatives asked for feedback from the community on [[The PokéGym]]. The box added Card Sleeves, as well as an additional booster pack, bring the total to eight. Also included are 5 basic Energy cards from each of the 8 types, an acrylic {{TCG|Poison}} marker and {{TCG|Burn}} marker, 6 orange Plasma Blast themed dice, 1 transparent Plasma Blast themed dice for flipping, and a player's guide with tips about all the newly released cards in the {{TCG|Plasma Blast}} expansion.  


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==Team Plasma Tins==
==Team Plasma Tins==
{{bulbanews|Fall 2013 tins have been revealed}}
{{bulbanews|Team Plasma Tins leaked early}}
About a month after the release of the {{TCG|Plasma Blast}} expansion on September 11, 2013, the '''Team Plasma Tins''' will be released. These tins will feature reprints of three [[Team Plasma]] {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} from the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} and {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} expansions: {{TCG ID|Plasma Storm|Lugia-EX|108}}, {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Deoxys-EX|53}}, and {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Thundurus-EX|38}}. Included in the tins will be four Black & White Series booster packs, all of which are currently unknown, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online.
About a month after the release of the {{TCG|Plasma Blast}} expansion on September 11, 2013, the '''Team Plasma Tins''' will be released. These tins will feature reprints of three [[Team Plasma]] {{TCG|Pokémon-EX}} from the {{TCG|Plasma Storm}} and {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} expansions: {{TCG ID|Plasma Storm|Lugia-EX|108}}, {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Deoxys-EX|53}}, and {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Thundurus-EX|38}}. Included in the tins will be four Black & White Series booster packs, all of which are currently unknown, and a code card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game Online.


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==Red Genesect Collection==
==Red Genesect Collection==
{{bulbanews|Red Genesect Collection coming in September}}
Featuring the {{Shiny}} {{p|Genesect}} from the [[M16|sixteenth movie]] is the '''Red Genesect Collection'''. The Red Genesect Collection, released September 25, 2013, contains an all Reverse Holofoil {{TCG|Theme Deck}} centered around Genesect, a Genesect promotional card, 1 metallic Genesect coin, 2-player playmat/rulesheet, deckbox, damage counters, strategy sheet, a Genesect pin, and 2 Black & White Series booster packs. The Theme Deck contains many of the same Pokémon as the {{TCG|Mind Wipe}} Theme Deck from the {{TCG|Plasma Blast}}, but with a much improved {{TCG|Trainer card}} line up.  
Featuring the {{Shiny}} {{p|Genesect}} from the [[M16|sixteenth movie]] is the '''Red Genesect Collection'''. The Red Genesect Collection, released September 25, 2013, contains an all Reverse Holofoil {{TCG|Theme Deck}} centered around Genesect, a Genesect promotional card, 1 metallic Genesect coin, 2-player playmat/rulesheet, deckbox, damage counters, strategy sheet, a Genesect pin, and 2 Black & White Series booster packs. The Theme Deck contains many of the same Pokémon as the {{TCG|Mind Wipe}} Theme Deck from the {{TCG|Plasma Blast}}, but with a much improved {{TCG|Trainer card}} line up.  


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==Legendary Treasures Blisters==
==Legendary Treasures Blisters==
{{bulbanews|Legendary Treasures artwork, Promo Blisters surface}}
The only merchandise set to promote the {{TCG|Legendary Treasures}} expansion are the '''Legendary Treasures Blisters''' releasing November 8th, 2013. There were four Blister Packs total: two Three Pack Blisters and two Single Pack Blisters. Each Three Pack Blister comes with three Legendary Treasures booster packs, a custom coin, and an exclusive Holofoil {{TCG|BW Black Star Promos|BW Black Star Promotional card}}, either {{TCG ID|BW-P Promo|Mew|220}} or a currently unknown Promotional card. Each Single Pack Blister comes with one Legendary Treasures booster pack, a currently unknown custom coin, and an exclusive Holofoil promotional card, either of {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} {{TCG ID|Dragons Exalted|Aggron|80}} or another currently unknown Promotional card.
The only merchandise set to promote the {{TCG|Legendary Treasures}} expansion are the '''Legendary Treasures Blisters''' releasing November 8th, 2013. There were four Blister Packs total: two Three Pack Blisters and two Single Pack Blisters. Each Three Pack Blister comes with three Legendary Treasures booster packs, a custom coin, and an exclusive Holofoil {{TCG|BW Black Star Promos|BW Black Star Promotional card}}, either {{TCG ID|BW-P Promo|Mew|220}} or a currently unknown Promotional card. Each Single Pack Blister comes with one Legendary Treasures booster pack, a currently unknown custom coin, and an exclusive Holofoil promotional card, either of {{TCG|Dragons Exalted}} {{TCG ID|Dragons Exalted|Aggron|80}} or another currently unknown Promotional card.


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==Legendary Dragons of Unova Collection==
==Legendary Dragons of Unova Collection==
{{bulbanews|Legendary Dragons of Unova Collection releasing November}}
Releasing November 2013 will be the '''Legendary Dragons of Unova Collection'''. Featuring {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, and {{p|Kyurem}}, the box will contain 4 booster packs from Black & White Series expansions, as well as a promotional card and promotional figure of each of the three Pokémon. The three promotional cards are Alternate Holofoils of {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Reshiram|17}} and {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Zekrom|39}} from {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}}, and {{TCG ID|Noble Victories|Kyurem|34}} from {{TCG|Noble Victories}}, although any number of these three cards could just be placeholders in the image for the actual promotional cards released. The three figures have been released previously in the {{merch|Black & White|Reshiram Box}}, {{merch|Black & White|Zekrom Box}}, and {{merch|Black & White|Kyurem Box}}.
Releasing November 2013 will be the '''Legendary Dragons of Unova Collection'''. Featuring {{p|Reshiram}}, {{p|Zekrom}}, and {{p|Kyurem}}, the box will contain 4 booster packs from Black & White Series expansions, as well as a promotional card and promotional figure of each of the three Pokémon. The three promotional cards are Alternate Holofoils of {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Reshiram|17}} and {{TCG ID|Plasma Freeze|Zekrom|39}} from {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}}, and {{TCG ID|Noble Victories|Kyurem|34}} from {{TCG|Noble Victories}}, although any number of these three cards could just be placeholders in the image for the actual promotional cards released. The three figures have been released previously in the {{merch|Black & White|Reshiram Box}}, {{merch|Black & White|Zekrom Box}}, and {{merch|Black & White|Kyurem Box}}.


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==2013 World Championships Decks==
==2013 World Championships Decks==
{{bulbanews|2013 World Championships Decks receive November release}}
Releasing in November 2013, a few months after the [[2013 World Championships]], will be the '''2013 World Championships Decks'''. These four decks ([[Jason Klaczynski]]'s {{TCG|Darkrai Deck}}, Yugo Sato's {{TCG|Ultimate Team Plasma Deck}}, Clement Lamberton's {{TCG|Anguille Sous Roche Deck}}, and Ian Whiton's {{TCG|American Gothic Deck}}) were used by Jason Klaczynski, who won the Masters Division; Yugo Sato, who was second in the Junior Division; Clement Lamberton, who was second in the Senior Division; Ian Whiton, who made it to the Semifinals in the Senior Division. Each Deck comes with a Worlds 2013 themed Deckbox, a booklet about the championships, a non tournament legal print of the sixty card deck, and the 2013 World Championships Pin.
Releasing in November 2013, a few months after the [[2013 World Championships]], will be the '''2013 World Championships Decks'''. These four decks ([[Jason Klaczynski]]'s {{TCG|Darkrai Deck}}, Yugo Sato's {{TCG|Ultimate Team Plasma Deck}}, Clement Lamberton's {{TCG|Anguille Sous Roche Deck}}, and Ian Whiton's {{TCG|American Gothic Deck}}) were used by Jason Klaczynski, who won the Masters Division; Yugo Sato, who was second in the Junior Division; Clement Lamberton, who was second in the Senior Division; Ian Whiton, who made it to the Semifinals in the Senior Division. Each Deck comes with a Worlds 2013 themed Deckbox, a booklet about the championships, a non tournament legal print of the sixty card deck, and the 2013 World Championships Pin.


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==Black & White Two Pack Blister==
==Black & White Two Pack Blister==
{{bulbanews|New 'Black & White Two Pack Blister' coming in December}}
Containing repackaged material from the Black & White Series, the '''Black & White Two Pack Blisters''' will be released December 2013. This Blister Pack contains two {{TCG|booster pack}}s from the Black & White Series, a repackaged coin, and a trio of Alternate Holofoil promotional cards. There are two sets of promotional cards available: {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, and {{p|Moltres}} from {{TCG|Next Destinies}}, or {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, and {{p|Virizion}} from a currently unknown origin.
Containing repackaged material from the Black & White Series, the '''Black & White Two Pack Blisters''' will be released December 2013. This Blister Pack contains two {{TCG|booster pack}}s from the Black & White Series, a repackaged coin, and a trio of Alternate Holofoil promotional cards. There are two sets of promotional cards available: {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, and {{p|Moltres}} from {{TCG|Next Destinies}}, or {{p|Terrakion}}, {{p|Cobalion}}, and {{p|Virizion}} from a currently unknown origin.