While product shortages and scalping remain persistent issues in the Pokémon TCG community, Walmart is testing a potential solution by offering exclusive early access to the White Flare & Black Bolt sets exclusively through its paid Walmart+ membership program.

Preorders for various White Flare and Black Bolt TCG products – including Elite Trainer Boxes, Poster Collection Boxes, and Booster Bundles – will launch on June 18 at 9 PM ET. However, only Walmart+ subscribers will have first access to purchase the first three item types while supplies last.

Pokémon TCG - Black Bolt Elite Trainer Box

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Pokémon TCG - White Flare Elite Trainer Box

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Pokémon TCG - Black Bolt Booster Bundle

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Pokémon TCG - White Flare Booster Bundle

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Pokémon TCG - Black Bolt Binder Collection

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Pokémon TCG - White Flare Binder Collection

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Pokémon TCG - Victini Illustration Collection

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Pokémon TCG - Poster Collection

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Pokémon TCG - Mini Tin

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Pokémon TCG - Booster Pack

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Pokémon TCG - Black Bolt Tech Sticker Collection

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Pokémon TCG - White Flare Tech Sticker Collection

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Any remaining inventory will then become available to non-members. While Walmart mentions a 30-day trial on its hub page, product pages for early-access items like the $60 Black Bolt Trainer Box clarify that only paid members qualify for preorder privileges during the exclusive window.

Standard Walmart+ memberships cost $12.95 monthly or $98 annually (about $8.17 monthly).

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Though paying for a membership solely to secure preorders may frustrate some collectors, Walmart+ offers additional benefits including: free shipping with no minimums, complimentary Paramount+ access, fuel and Burger King discounts, free tire repairs, and prescription delivery services.

Potential subscribers should note that while the sign-up process initially promotes the free trial, those wanting immediate access to preorder items should start their trial, cancel it, then immediately renew as a paid member.

Students and graduates qualify for a 50% discount, paying just $6.49 monthly or $49 yearly while receiving all standard perks. Verification typically works with existing .edu email addresses.

Some former Walmart+ members report receiving limited-time $1 rejoining offers, making this an exceptional deal for accessing the White Flare and Black Bolt collections early while enjoying other membership benefits.

Our Pokémon TCG preorder guide notes these sets have also appeared at other retailers like Amazon and Best Buy. While stock remains inconsistent, bookmarking the guide provides quick access to all available purchase options.