{"product_id":"larvesta-099-086-sv-black-bolt-blk-pokemon","title":"Larvesta - 099\/086 - SV: Black Bolt (BLK) Pokemon","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eLarvesta 099\/086 Illustration Rare\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cem\u003eScarlet \u0026amp; Violet—Black Bolt\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the standout chase singles from what collectors are already calling a generational set. \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Bolt\u003c\/strong\u003e, released July 18, 2025, is the \u003cstrong\u003efifth and final special expansion of the Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet series\u003c\/strong\u003e, built around all 156 Pokémon from the Unova region — the same nostalgic Gen 5 lineup that defined Pokémon Black \u0026amp; White. Every single Unova Pokémon in the set received either an Illustration Rare or Special Illustration Rare treatment, making this a collector-first release in the same spirit as \u003cem\u003ePokémon Card 151\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Larvesta is numbered \u003cstrong\u003e099\/086\u003c\/strong\u003e — a secret rare slot above the base set, confirming its Illustration Rare (IR) status — and carries a striking full-art holofoil treatment illustrated by \u003cstrong\u003eKatsunori Sato\u003c\/strong\u003e, an artist who has earned a loyal following since debuting in the Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet era. The artwork leans into Larvesta's lore as a fire-born Pokémon destined to transform into the sun-wreathed Volcarona, and the holo finish elevates it further on display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet — Black Bolt (BLK), July 18, 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCard Number \/ Rarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 099\/086 — Illustration Rare (IR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType \/ Stage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fire \/ Basic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtist:\u003c\/strong\u003e Katsunori Sato\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarket value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Near Mint raw copies trading around \u003cstrong\u003e$15–$20\u003c\/strong\u003e on TCGplayer and eBay, with graded PSA 9 slabs actively circulating the market\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Black Bolt sold exclusively through products like Elite Trainer Boxes and Booster Bundles — \u003cstrong\u003eno booster boxes exist\u003c\/strong\u003e — pack access is limited by design, keeping supply tight and IR pulls competitive. Larvesta's beloved Unova roots, Katsunori Sato's clean and distinctive style, and the set's landmark status as the Scarlet \u0026amp; Violet swan song all point in the same direction: this is a card that rewards collecting now, before the nostalgia wave fully prices it in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvailable at Collector Station, Easley, SC. Local pickup available. \u003cstrong\u003eAll sales final.\u003c\/strong\u003e Shipping damage must be reported within 48 hours of delivery with photos.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collector Station","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51222382936316,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1387\/2892\/files\/85580FC2-97C8-4593-B7A2-AEC46744DC66.jpg?v=1788501915","url":"https:\/\/thecollectorstation.com\/products\/larvesta-099-086-sv-black-bolt-blk-pokemon","provider":"Collector Station","version":"1.0","type":"link"}