Black & White

The Pokémon TCG: Black & White base set launched the Generation V era, introducing over 70 new Pokémon from the Unova region, including Legendaries Reshiram and Zekrom with full-card art, plus starters Snivy, Tepig, Oshawott. Key innovations included the unified Ability mechanic (replacing Poke-Powers/Bodies) and the first Full Art cards, featuring art across the entire card. This set marked a visual refresh with yellow borders and a new "Tinsel Holofoil" pattern, ushering in a new era for the game.

Key Features

New Pokémon: Over 70 Pokémon from the Unova region (Generation V).

Legendaries: Features Reshiram and Zekrom with unique, full-card art.

New Mechanics: Introduced the "Ability" mechanic, consolidating previous power types.

Full Art Cards: The first-ever Full Art cards (Reshiram, Zekrom) with art covering the entire card.

Visual Changes: Yellow borders for English cards and a new Tinsel Holofoil pattern.

Card Count: 115 cards in the English release (plus secret rares).