Hey Pokémon trainers and collectors! The Black Bolt set, released on July 18, 2025, as part of the Scarlet & Violet series, is an electrifying homage to Pokémon Black with 173 cards (86 main, 87 secret rares), celebrating Unova’s Pokémon with illustration rares, special variants, and exclusive Black & White Rares. Featuring Pokémon ex like Zekrom ex and Serperior ex, this set’s prices have surged 10-20% since launch, with SIRs leading as collectors chase the thunderous artwork and meta staples. At CardChill.com, we’re thrilled to share the top 10 valuable cards based on November 2025 TCGPlayer data, including price behavior. Whether you’re deck-building or curating, these trends highlight Black Bolt’s shocking spark. Check our Pokémon TCG sets for more, or browse Pokémon cards for listings!
Why Black Bolt Prices Are Trending Up
Black Bolt’s Unova focus and Black & White Rares have fueled steady appreciation, with the master set at ~$2,600. Prices rose 20% in Q3 2025 with Zekrom ex hype but stabilized at 8-12% monthly for SIRs. BWR like Victini lead with 18% yearly gains, while full-art Supporters like N’s Plan hold 10% monthly, per TCGPlayer. Expect 12% growth in 2025 with anniversary tie-ins.
Top 10 Valuable Cards & Price Behavior
Based on raw market prices (November 2025), here’s the ranking with trends since release:
- Victini BWR #171 ($453.74)
Fire ex (250 HP, Searing Soul) – Up 25% since July 2025; monochromatic BWR art with electric aura captivates, monthly +5%. - Zekrom ex BWR #172 ($393.67)
Electric ex (340 HP, Bolt Strike) – 20% growth; dragon BWR with thunder wings, up from $330. - Seismitoad SIR #105 ($211.51)
Water/Ground ex (280 HP, Earthquake) – 18% appreciation; seismic SIR art, +4% monthly. - Zekrom ex SIR #166 ($210.94)
Electric ex – 15% steady gains; majestic SIR with lightning, from $183. - N’s Plan SIR #170 ($70.55)
Full-art Supporter – 12% rise; dynamic Alolan pose, up from $63. - Kyurem ex SIR #165 ($65.31)
Ice/Dragon ex (300 HP, Glaciate) – 10% monthly; icy SIR art, from $59. - Genesect ex SIR #169 ($63.93)
Bug/Steel ex (280 HP, Techno Blast) – 8% growth; multi-headed SIR, up from $58. - Meloetta ex SIR #167 ($44.69)
Psychic/Normal ex (260 HP, Hyper Voice) – 6% consistent, from $42. - Serperior ex SIR #164 ($43.18)
Grass ex (290 HP, Leaf Storm) – 5% appreciation; leafy SIR art, up from $41. - Haxorus ex SIR #147 ($39.80)
Dragon ex (310 HP, Dragon Claw) – 4% monthly; draconic SIR, from $38.
Price Behavior Trends
Black Bolt prices peaked 20% in August 2025 with Victini BWR hype but dipped 5% with reprints, stabilizing at 8-12% monthly for SIRs. BWR like Zekrom ex lead with 18% yearly gains, while full-art Supporters like N’s Plan hold 10% monthly, per TCGPlayer. Expect 12% growth in 2025 with anniversary tie-ins.
Friendly Tips for Collectors
- Buy Rising: Snag Seismitoad SIR ($211) now—up 18% monthly.
- Trade Smart: Swap bulk for Kyurem ex SIR ($65) in communities.
- Hold Long: BWR like Victini ($453) could double by 2026.
For more forecasts, visit our Pokémon TCG sets or Pokémon cards. What’s your Black Bolt top card?