Twinkling city lights and a starry sky fade into shadow as Mega Darkrai ex emerges with mystery and malice — and before the darkness can take hold, Mega Zeraora ex strikes back with thunderous lightning, leading the charge for Mega Chandelure ex, Mega Excadrill ex, and more into the fray. The Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Booster Bundle delivers six booster packs from the fifth expansion in the Mega Evolution Series — and first-ever Mega Evolution cards for some of Pokémon's most beloved and fan-requested Pokémon.

With over 115 cards, more than 35 cards with special illustrations, and four Mega Evolution Pokémon ex all making their first-ever English TCG debut, Pitch Black arrives as one of the darkest and most atmospheric sets in the entire Mega Evolution era. Each bundle contains 6 packs (10 cards + 1 Basic Energy + 1 Pokémon TCG Live code card each) — your entry into a set that has collectors and competitive players alike watching closely since announcement.

📦 Product Specifications

🌑 All Four Mega Evolution Pokémon ex — All First-Ever English Debuts

Every Mega Evolution Pokémon ex in Pitch Black is making its first-ever appearance in the English Pokémon TCG, drawn from Pokémon Legends: Z-A's Mega Dimension DLC:

🃏 Full Set Contents at a Glance

Each pack draws from the full Pitch Black set pool of 115+ cards — giving every pack a genuine chance at every rarity in the set:

*Full card list and exact rarity counts to be confirmed on July 17, 2026 release date. Set information based on official announcements and Japanese Abyss Eye counterpart data.

⚡ Why Pitch Black Is a Must-Open Set

💡 Booster Bundle vs. Other Pitch Black Formats

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is in the Pitch Black Booster Bundle?

Each Pitch Black Booster Bundle contains 6 booster packs, with each pack including 10 randomly assorted cards, 1 Basic Energy card, and 1 Pokémon TCG Live code card — approximately 60 cards and 6 digital codes in total.

What is the set name and code for Pitch Black?

The official name is Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black, set code ME05 — the fifth expansion in the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Series.

When does Pitch Black release?

Mega Evolution—Pitch Black releases worldwide on July 17, 2026. Prerelease events at participating local game stores run July 4–12, 2026, and digital cards are available one day early on Pokémon TCG Live from July 16, 2026.

How many cards are in the Pitch Black set?

Pitch Black features over 115 cards, including more than 20 Trainer cards and more than 35 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations. Final card counts will be confirmed at release on July 17, 2026.

What is the Japanese counterpart to Pitch Black?

Pitch Black is the English-language version of Japan's Abyss Eye set, which releases in Japan on May 22, 2026 — approximately two months before the English release. The English set adds a small number of additional cards to the Japanese base count.

What Mega Evolution Pokémon ex are in Pitch Black?

Pitch Black introduces 4 headline Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, all making their first-ever English TCG appearance: Mega Darkrai ex, Mega Zeraora ex, Mega Chandelure ex, and Mega Excadrill ex. The set also includes Mega Slowbro ex and Mega Delphox ex. All are inspired by the Mega Dimension DLC from Pokémon Legends: Z-A.

Are the Mega Pokémon in Pitch Black from a video game?

Yes — all four headline Mega Evolution Pokémon ex in Pitch Black are from the Mega Dimension DLC for Pokémon Legends: Z-A. These Mega Evolutions exist exclusively within the Legends: Z-A game and its DLC — making Pitch Black the first TCG set to bring these DLC-exclusive Mega forms to the card game.

Is the Booster Bundle the same as the Booster Bundle Box?

The Pitch Black Booster Bundle is a single product containing 6 booster packs. It is different from a Booster Bundle Box, which would be a display case of multiple Booster Bundles. The 6-pack bundle is the standard single-unit retail format for this product type.

City lights fade. Shadows deepen. Nightmares become reality — and the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Booster Bundle puts you right in the middle of it. Mega Darkrai ex emerges for the first time. Mega Zeraora ex strikes back. And 35+ special illustration cards across 115+ total cards make every pack an atmospheric, high-stakes opening. Pre-order your Pitch Black Booster Bundle today — releasing July 17, 2026.