The Top 10 Pokémon Cards You NEED from the White Flare Set

The release of the Pokémon TCG "split" sets, Black Bolt and White Flare, on July 18, 2025, marks a monumental occasion for collectors and players alike. Featuring every single one of the 156 Gen V Pokémon, hailing from the beloved Unova region, these sets promise a treasure trove of stunning cards. But which set deserves your hard-earned money? Let's dive into the White Flare set and uncover the 10 Pokémon cards that will undoubtedly make you the envy of every collector online. Get ready to add some serious heat to your collection when you open that White Flare Booster Box!

A Sneak Peek at the White Flare Cards

Before we begin, please note that The Pokémon Company International has yet to unveil all the English versions of these cards. To give you a taste of what's to come, we'll be showcasing the Japanese versions from the equivalent Japanese sets, Black Bolt and White Flare, allowing you to appreciate the incredible art that awaits us in the English releases.

#10: The Elusive Master Ball Reverse Holo

Just like its counterpart, the black bolt set, White Flare introduces two captivating Reverse Holo variants. Beyond the standard Poké Ball foil pattern, the truly special one is the Master Ball Reverse Holo. Found on Rare, Uncommon, and Common cards, these feature a Master Ball foil pattern and are exceptionally rare. Initial data suggests White Flare pull rates for these mirrors those of Prismatic Evolutions, with perhaps only one Master Ball card appearing in every 20 packs. While they may not command the same prices as the Illustration Rare cards or Special Illustration Rare finds, Master Ball cards will be coveted by completionists and those dedicated to collecting all the variants of their favorite Unova region cards. Keep an eye out for the most valuable Japanese Master Ball cards such as Archeops and Sawk, with Samurott hot on their heels. When you pull one, remember: “M” stands for "Might wanna sleeve that immediately."

#9: Zoroark - The Star of the Show

Fame changes everything, and Zoroark's cinematic presence within the Pokémon franchise makes its Illustration Rare card a surefire hit. Regardless of its competitive viability, this Zoroark illustration rare oozes spooky charm. Players should note its Foul Play attack can be fueled by a single Energy attachment with Reversal Energy or Ignition Energy, a new card from White Flare, making it a potentially sneaky play.

#8: SIR Jellicent ex – The Bubblicious Menace

Narano, the undisputed master of drawing shiny, floating globules, brings their unique talent to Jellicent, one of the most bubble-shaped Pokémon around. This Special Illustration Rare Jellicent ex is deceptively dangerous. Its Oceanic Curse ability, a chillingly effective power, cripples opponents by preventing the use of Item cards or Pokémon Tool cards while Jellicent ex remains in the Active Spot. This oceanic curse ability is no joke.

#7: Samurott – The Water-Type Warrior

Inspired by the fervor surrounding the Special Illustration Rare versions of Venusaur, Blastoise, and Charizard from Scarlet & Violet—151, expect the final evolutions of the Gen V starters, such as Samurott, to be highly sought after. This Samurott single prize card boasts a Hyper Blower-like Ability and a scaling attack, offering appeal to both players and collectors. While requiring significant investment to evolve and power up, this card has the potential to lead rogue decks to victory.

#6: Emboar – The Fiery Force

Emboar's Illustration Rare card depicts it practicing martial arts near a volcano. The card's popularity is boosted by its visually stunning, anime-esque art. Its ability to accelerate Fire Energy from hand makes it a powerhouse similar to Baxcalibur, but for Fire-type decks. Emboar fire energy acceleration is a huge boon!

#5: Hilda – The Trainer's Touch

Hilda, the Gen V female player character, makes her Pokémon card debut ready for action. Her ability allows you to grab essential cards needed to set up after using a Buddy-Buddy Poffin, including any Energy card, not just Basic Energy. This opens up possibilities for decks like Dragapult to retrieve Luminous Energy and encourages the use of Special Energy in new strategies. This hilda trainer card has potential to shake up the meta.

#4: Hydreigon ex – The Brutal Pokémon

Despite recent Hydreigon cards, this Hydreigon ex brutal iteration is a welcome addition. Its Greed Eater Ability mirrors the Prize-card-grabbing power of Iron Hands ex, while its Dark Bite attack delivers even more damage. While its Stage 2 status and high Energy cost may limit its playability, Hydreigon ex will undoubtedly dominate games in which it appears.

#3: Victini – The Elusive Enigma

As previously discussed, the victini chase card is expected to be a top chase card in both Black Bolt and White Flare. This is due to the new "Black White Rare" rarity, symbolized by a two-star rarity symbol (one dark, one light) and a monochromatic color scheme. Originally distributed as tournament prizes in Japan, the English versions of the BWR Victini, numbered 171 in Black Bolt and 172 in White Flare, promise to be exceptionally rare and highly coveted. Keep your eyes peeled for official confirmation from The Pokémon Company.

#2: Reshiram ex – The Fiery Phoenix

White Flare's namesake, Reshiram ex, blazes brilliantly in its Special Illustration Rare card. Artist kawayoo deviates from the black/white theme to create a vibrant, colorful masterpiece. Reshiram ex features an attack that scales with the number of Prize cards your opponent has taken. Blaze Burst can deal a devastating 380 damage in the late game, enough to one-shot even the upcoming Mega Evolutions Series Pokémon.

#1: The Ultimate Chase: Reshiram ex (Black White Rare)

The ultimate prize in White Flare is the super, super-rare Reshiram ex 174. This Black White Rare Reshiram embodies the Unova region celebration with its monochromatic color palette. While the aesthetic may not appeal to everyone, it signifies undeniable mastery of the white flare set. Depending on White Flare pull rates compared to Prismatic Evolutions, BWR Reshiram could be the most coveted card of Pokémon TCG 2025.

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