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(JP) Ruler of the Black Flame Booster Box

(JP) Ruler of the Black Flame Booster Box

$129.99 USD

🔥 Pokémon TCG – Ruler of the Black Flame Booster Box

“Darkness, embers, and power beyond fire…”


✅ What’s in the Box

  • Sealed factory box contains 30 booster packs, each with 5 cards. This is the Japanese SV3 set (Ruler of the Black Flame, released 28 July 2023)

  • The set includes 108 base cards + secret/alternate art variants. It introduces Terastal Type ex mechanics, allowing certain ex Pokémon to change types (or take on new type interaction) via the Terastal phenomenon.


🎯 Guaranteed Hits & Pull Expectations

While Japanese “normal” booster boxes don’t always have the ultra‑tier guarantees of “High Class” sets, here’s what collectors expect / report when ripping one:

  • It’s commonly claimed that each box guarantees at least one Secret Rare (SR) or better. (Though this is more of a community expectation than a stated rule.) 

  • Many openers report pulling SARs / Ultra Rares from Ruler of the Black Flame in their box. 

  • Because this is a “normal tier” Japanese box, the guaranteed SR threshold is less consistent than in premium sets. Some boxes may yield more high rares; others may stick closer to the floor. 

  • Community reports suggest that boxes often include multiple high rarities (Art Rares, Secret Rares, alternate art exes) — though results vary. 

So: expect at least one SR-level hit, but be pleasantly surprised if you land two or more ultra/alternate art picks.


⭐ Top Hits & Fan Favorites

These are among the most sought-after / talked-about cards in Ruler of the Black Flame. If you see these pop out, it’s a major flex.

  • Charizard ex (SAR / alt art / secret variants) — the fiery dragon always draws the spotlight in shadow.

  • Pidgeot ex (SAR / alt art) — a fan favourite for elegant flight and potential gameplay synergy.

  • Poppy (SAR) — this Trainer card gets a lot of love for its art and utility.

  • Absol ex — darker types get extra flavor in this set, and Absol’s aesthetic is a hit.

  • Tyranitar / Eiscue / Vespiquen (Terastal ex variants) — especially those with altered types thanks to the new mechanic.

  • Others generating buzz: Revavroom ex, Melmetal ex, Greedent ex, Dragonite ex — any ex variants with alternate arts or full art finish tend to be chase cards. 

When pulling any of these in SR / alt / SAR form, you’ve got yourself something truly noteworthy.


🎉 Why Grab This Box?

  • Unique Mechanic: Terastal Type ex is one of the more exciting mechanics introduced so far — being able to shift types or access unexpected interactions is a compelling gameplay layer.

  • Strong Aesthetic Appeal: The dark + ember motif gives cards a moody, dramatic vibe. Alternate art exes and secret variants here are visually striking and great for displays.

  • Classic Appeal: Charizard continue to dominate collector mindshare — having a fresh Charizard ex in a newer set is always a high-demand pull.

  • Potential Upside: While Japanese normal boxes can be more volatile in hit guarantees, the upside is real — some boxes have multiple high-tier hits.