Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Pitch Black  Complete Set and Product Guide

The lights are fading, the shadows are growing, and Mega Darkrai ex has arrived! Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Pitch Black brings a darker atmosphere, powerful new strategies, and striking artwork to the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Whether you collect sealed products, hunt for beautiful illustration cards, or build competitive decks, there is plenty hiding in the darkness.

What Is Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution Pitch Black?

Pitch Black is the fifth main expansion in the Pokémon TCG’s Mega Evolution Series. Its moody city-at-night theme places Mega Darkrai ex at the center of the action, while the lightning-fast Mega Zeraora ex fights back against the encroaching darkness. Mega Chandelure ex and Mega Excadrill ex also join the battle, giving the expansion an exciting mix of Darkness, Lightning, Psychic, and Metal strategies.

The complete checklist contains 120 cards: 84 cards in the numbered base set and 36 secret rares. The expansion includes six Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, four additional Pokémon ex, 11 Illustration Rares, 18 Ultra Rares, six Special Illustration Rares, and one golden Mega Hyper Rare.

The Mega-Evolved Stars of the Set

• Mega Darkrai ex — the mysterious face of the expansion and its biggest collector chase.
• Mega Zeraora ex — a fast, electrifying attacker that brings light to the darkness.
• Mega Chandelure ex — a spectral threat with a haunting design and intriguing battle potential.
• Mega Excadrill ex — a heavy-hitting Pokémon with massive HP and powerful attacks.
• Mega Slowbro ex — an unpredictable Psychic-type Mega with plenty of personality.
• Mega Delphox ex — a fiery, magical Mega Evolution that rounds out the six-card Mega lineup.

Mega Darkrai ex is especially dangerous when paired with cards that inflict Special Conditions. Its Abyss Eye attack can Knock Out an opponent’s Active Pokémon if that Pokémon is affected by a Special Condition, making cards such as Dark Bell especially interesting for deck builders.

What Products Are Available?

Pitch Black is available in several formats, from single booster packs to full displays and accessory-filled Elite Trainer Boxes. Here is what each major product offers and who it is best for.

1. Booster Display Box

The Booster Display Box contains 36 Pitch Black booster packs. Each pack contains 10 cards, one Basic Energy card, and one Pokémon TCG Live code card. The display includes packs featuring the expansion’s four headline Pokémon: Mega Darkrai, Mega Zeraora, Mega Chandelure, and Mega Excadrill.

Best for: collectors opening a large number of packs, group breaks, and fans trying to build a substantial portion of the set.

2. Standard Elite Trainer Box

The standard Elite Trainer Box is an all-in-one option for players and collectors. It includes:

• 9 Pitch Black booster packs
• 1 full-art foil promo card featuring Zarude
• 65 Mega Darkrai-themed card sleeves
• 40 Pokémon TCG Energy cards
• A player’s guide to the expansion
• Damage-counter dice and a competition-legal coin-flip die
• A plastic coin, collector’s box, dividers, and a Pokémon TCG Live code card

Best for: new players, collectors who want the exclusive Zarude promo, and anyone who needs sleeves, dice, Energy cards, and storage.

3. Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box

The Pokémon Center edition upgrades the standard ETB with 11 booster packs and two full-art Zarude promo cards. One of those promos carries the special Pokémon Center logo. It also includes the sleeves, Energy cards, guide, dice, coin, dividers, storage box, and code card found in the standard version.

Best for: sealed collectors and fans who want the exclusive Pokémon Center-stamped Zarude promo.

4. Booster Bundle

The Booster Bundle keeps things simple: six Pitch Black booster packs with no extra accessories or promo cards. It is a compact way to open several packs without purchasing a full Booster Display or Elite Trainer Box.

Best for: casual openings, gifts, and collectors who only want booster packs.

5. Build & Battle Box

Designed for Prerelease-style play, the Build & Battle Box includes four Pitch Black booster packs and a 40-card ready-to-play deck. Each deck features one of four unique foil promo cards: Miraidon, Slowbro, Dhelmise, or Bastiodon.

Best for: players who want to start battling quickly, attend casual events, or collect the stamped Prerelease promos.

6. Three-Pack and Checklane Blisters

Three-pack blisters combine three Pitch Black booster packs with a foil promo card. Smaller checklane blisters generally include one booster pack, a promo card, and a coin. These products are a fun choice for collectors who enjoy exclusive promotional cards as much as opening packs.

Best for: budget-friendly openings, promo-card collectors, and quick gifts.

Cards Collectors Will Be Chasing

Mega Darkrai ex is the star, but it is not the only card worth watching. The six Special Illustration Rares feature Mega Zeraora ex, Mega Chandelure ex, Mega Darkrai ex, Morpeko ex, Gladion’s Final Battle, and Gwynn. The expansion also includes one golden Mega Hyper Rare: Mega Darkrai ex.

Illustration Rare fans also have plenty to enjoy, with cards featuring Pokémon such as Primarina, Slowbro, Dhelmise, Zarude, and Silvally. Pulls are random, of course, so opening packs should always be about the fun of collecting—not a guarantee of finding a specific card.

Why Pitch Black Stands Out

• A strong theme: dark city skies, nightmares, ghostly artwork, and electric flashes give the set a memorable visual identity.
• Six Mega Evolution Pokémon ex: collectors and players receive a varied Mega lineup instead of a single headliner.
• Interesting new strategies: Special Conditions, Hide ’n’ Sneak Pokémon, Fossil support, and powerful Energy cards open new deck-building possibilities.
• A focused checklist: 120 cards makes the set more approachable than many oversized expansions, although completing every rarity is still a serious challenge.
• Products for every kind of fan: the lineup offers inexpensive blisters, player-focused Build & Battle Boxes, collector-friendly ETBs, and full Booster Displays.

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Pokémon TCG: Pitch Black released?

The expansion officially released on July 17, 2026. It arrived in Pokémon TCG Live on July 16, one day before the physical release.

How many cards are in Pitch Black?

Pitch Black has 120 cards on its complete checklist: 84 cards in the numbered base set and 36 secret rares.

What is the main chase Pokémon?

Mega Darkrai ex is the expansion’s mascot and biggest headliner, with both a Special Illustration Rare and a golden Mega Hyper Rare.

How many cards are in a Pitch Black booster pack?

Each booster pack contains 10 cards, one Basic Energy card, and one Pokémon TCG Live code card. The cards inside vary by pack.

Which Pitch Black product is best for beginners?

The standard Elite Trainer Box is a great all-around starting point because it combines nine booster packs with sleeves, Energy cards, dice, a player’s guide, storage, and a full-art Zarude promo.

Final Thoughts

Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black delivers exactly what its name promises: a shadow-filled expansion packed with powerful Mega Evolution Pokémon, dramatic illustrations, and new ideas for players. Mega Darkrai ex may command the spotlight, but Mega Zeraora ex, Mega Chandelure ex, Mega Excadrill ex, and the rest of the set make every pack feel like a trip into the unknown.

Will you embrace the darkness, or battle your way back into the light? Either way, Pitch Black is an exciting chapter in the Mega Evolution Series—and a fun set to open, collect, trade, and play.

Official resources

• Official Pokémon announcement
• Official Pitch Black expansion overview
• Official card gallery and checklist
• Official Build & Battle Box guide

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