Ruler of the Black Flame from the Scarlet & Violet series
Ruler of the Black Flame is an expansion from the Scarlet & Violet series and carries the set designation SV3 in Japan. The Japanese edition was released on July 28, 2023, and contains five randomly assembled cards per Booster Pack. The set combines the Terastal mechanic with popular Pokémon and is particularly aimed at fans of Asian Pokémon cards.
Terastal Charizard ex at the center
The set’s central Pokémon is Charizard ex as a Darkness-type Terastal Pokémon. Although the card is classified as a Darkness Pokémon, it uses Fire Energy for its attacks. The extraordinary combination of a black card design, crystal-like appearance, and one of the most popular Pokémon makes Charizard ex a special highlight of the expansion.
New Terastal Pokémon with altered types
Ruler of the Black Flame introduces Terastal Pokémon ex whose card type differs from their original Pokémon type for the first time. In addition to Charizard ex, the set contains other Terastal Pokémon such as Tyranitar ex and Mabosstiff ex. These type changes create new possibilities both visually and strategically within the Pokémon Trading Card Game.
Additional Pokémon ex and special illustrations
In addition to the Terastal Pokémon, Ruler of the Black Flame contains other Pokémon ex such as Pidgeot ex and Revavroom ex. They are complemented by intricately illustrated cards depicting Pokémon, Trainers, and scenes from the Paldea region. As a result, the set offers not only powerful Playing cards but also numerous interesting motifs for Collectors.