Mega Evolution—Pitch Black at a Glance
Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black released on July 17, 2026. The official expansion page identifies it as part of the Mega Evolution Series and confirms that it is legal for Standard-format decks.
The expansion centres on Mega Darkrai ex and Mega Zeraora ex, with Mega Chandelure ex and Mega Excadrill ex also joining the set. Its visual theme combines city lights, a starry sky, shadows, and nightmare imagery.
Confirmed Set Size and Composition
Pokémon’s official expansion information confirms:
- Over 115 cards
- More new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex
- More than 20 Trainer cards
- More than 35 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations
- Standard-format legality
The official page also provides a downloadable Pitch Black card checklist, which is the most reliable reference for exact card numbers and set completion.
Elite Trainer Box Contents
According to the official Pitch Black Elite Trainer Box listing, the ETB includes:
- 9 Mega Evolution—Pitch Black booster packs
- 1 full-art foil promo card featuring Zarude
- 65 card sleeves
- 40 Energy cards
- A player’s guide to the expansion
- Damage-counter dice, a competition-legal coin-flip die, and a plastic coin
- A collector’s box with 6 dividers
- A Pokémon TCG Live code card
Use the official contents list when comparing retailer bundles; third-party listings may include extra accessories or use images that do not represent the standard ETB.
How to Research Pitch Black Cards
Start with the official checklist to identify the exact card, number, and rarity. For pricing, compare multiple recent completed sales for the same language and condition. Do not compare a regular Mega Evolution Pokémon ex directly with its special-illustration version, and keep raw and professionally graded sales separate.
New-set prices can be volatile as more product enters circulation. A high launch-week asking price does not establish market value; repeated completed sales provide stronger evidence.