Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution— Pitch Black Build and Battle Box

Get ready to build, battle, and explore the darkness of the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black expansion with the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box. Designed around the Pokémon TCG Prerelease format, this collection combines a 40-card ready-to-play deck, four Mega Evolution—Pitch Black booster packs, and one of four unique foil promo cards.

The Build & Battle Box gives Pokémon TCG players an introduction to the cards and strategies found in Mega Evolution—Pitch Black while providing booster packs that can be used to modify and strengthen the included deck. It is also a product associated with Prerelease events at participating local game stores.

Whether you’re preparing for a Prerelease-style game, collecting the four exclusive promo cards, or opening Pitch Black booster packs, this Build & Battle Box offers several ways to enjoy the latest Mega Evolution expansion. Pitch Black Build and Battle Box

What’s Included in the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box?

Each Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Build & Battle Box contains:

• 1 ready-to-play 40-card deck
• 1 of 4 unique foil promo cards
• 4 Mega Evolution—Pitch Black booster packs
• 1 deck-building tip sheet

The 40-card deck is designed for the Prerelease format and contains key cards from current and previous Pokémon TCG expansions. The four booster packs can then be opened and used to customize the deck.

The exact promo card and contents of the seeded deck can vary, so opening multiple boxes may result in different deck configurations and promo cards. Pitch Black Build and Battle Box

Explore the Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Expansion

Mega Evolution—Pitch Black launched on July 17, 2026, as part of the Mega Evolution Series. The expansion contains more than 115 cards and features Mega Evolution Pokémon emerging from the shadows, including Mega Darkrai ex, Mega Zeraora ex, Mega Chandelure ex, and Mega Excadrill ex.

The Build & Battle Box provides an early way to experience the expansion through its Prerelease format and then becomes more widely available when the expansion officially launches. Pitch Black Build and Battle Box

Four Possible Pitch Black Promo Cards

One of the standout features of the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box is the inclusion of one of four unique foil promo cards. The four possible Prerelease promos are:

Miraidon

Miraidon brings Lightning-type pressure to the Prerelease format. Its Thunder attack can deal 90 damage for two Lightning Energy while also placing 30 damage on Miraidon itself.

Its Photon Cord Ability can help power up Vikavolt after Miraidon is Knocked Out in the Active Spot. The included deck can feature Miraidon alongside Vikavolt and its Evolution line.

Slowbro

Slowbro takes a different approach, featuring the All Out attack that can deal 210 damage when you have no cards in your hand.

The associated deck can include cards such as Ultra Ball and Prism Tower to help reduce the cards in your hand, while Slowpoke provides an additional attack for setting up the strategy.Pitch Black Build and Battle Box

Dhelmise

Dhelmise focuses on its Vengeful Anchor attack. The attack can deal additional damage when enough Pokémon with the Hide ’n’ Sneak Ability are in your discard pile.

The associated deck can include Banette, Poltchageist, and Sinistcha, giving players cards that work together around the Hide ’n’ Sneak mechanic.

Bastiodon

Bastiodon provides a defensive option through its Ancient Bulwark Ability. While Bastiodon is on the Bench, the Ability protects your Pokémon from attacks by an opponent’s Pokémon that have two or fewer Energy attached.

Its deck can also make use of Antique Armor Fossil and Fossil Quarry to help establish the Evolution line.

Four Booster Packs to Customize Your Deck

Every Pitch Black Build & Battle Box includes four Mega Evolution—Pitch Black booster packs. These packs give you additional cards that can be used to modify the included 40-card Prerelease deck.

The cards you open can provide additional Pokémon, Trainer cards, and Energy options for your deck. Because booster pack contents are randomized, specific cards or rarities are not guaranteed. Pitch Black Build and Battle Box

The combination of a seeded deck and four booster packs is what makes a Build & Battle Box different from a standard booster bundle or booster display.

How Does the Build & Battle Format Work?

The Build & Battle format is designed around 40-card decks rather than the standard 60-card Pokémon TCG deck. Players also begin with four Prize cards instead of six.

Players begin with the 40-card deck supplied by the Build & Battle Box and use their booster packs to make adjustments before playing. The limited card pool and randomized contents mean that players may need to make creative deck-building decisions based on what they open.

This makes Build & Battle events different from ordinary Standard-format games and provides a way to experience a new expansion before building a full 60-card deck.

Pitch Black Build & Battle Box vs. Booster Bundle

Both products contain Mega Evolution—Pitch Black booster packs, but they serve different purposes.

The Pitch Black Booster Bundle contains six booster packs and is focused primarily on opening packs from the expansion.

The Pitch Black Build & Battle Box contains four booster packs plus a 40-card ready-to-play Prerelease deck and one of four foil promo cards. It is therefore specifically designed around the Build & Battle/Prerelease experience.

If you’re collecting the four Pitch Black Prerelease promos, the Build & Battle Box is the relevant product to look for.

Why Collect the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box?

Four Possible Exclusive Promos

Each box contains one of four unique foil promo cards: Miraidon, Slowbro, Dhelmise, or Bastiodon. This gives collectors a four-card promo group to look for.Pitch Black Build and Battle Box

A Ready-to-Play 40-Card Deck

The included deck lets you begin with a foundation for Prerelease play instead of starting entirely from scratch.

Four Pitch Black Booster Packs

The four included packs provide additional cards that can be incorporated into the seeded deck.

A Prerelease Product

Build & Battle Boxes are associated with Pokémon TCG Prerelease events and provide players with a way to experience an expansion through a limited deck-building format.

Useful for Sealed Product Collectors

The box can also be kept unopened as part of a Pokémon TCG sealed collection. If sealed condition is important to you, inspect the packaging and confirm its condition before purchasing.

No particular booster pull, promo card combination, or future resale value is guaranteed. Pitch Black Build and Battle Box

Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Build & Battle Box — Product Details

Product specification	Details
Product name	Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Build & Battle Box
Expansion	Mega Evolution—Pitch Black
Release date	July 31, 2026 for wider product availability
Prerelease availability	Beginning July 4, 2026 at select Play! Pokémon Stores
Ready-to-play deck	1 × 40-card deck
Booster packs	4 × Mega Evolution—Pitch Black
Promo card	1 of 4 unique foil promos
Possible promos	Miraidon, Slowbro, Dhelmise, Bastiodon
Format	Prerelease / Build & Battle
Deck-building sheet	1
Expansion size	More than 115 cards
Series	Mega Evolution Series

Pokémon announced that select Play! Pokémon Stores could begin selling the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box for Prerelease play starting July 4, 2026, while wider availability followed the expansion’s July 17 release. Pokémon’s July product announcement lists July 31 as the Build & Battle Box availability date.

Who Is the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box For?

This Pokémon TCG product may suit:

• Prerelease players looking to experience Mega Evolution—Pitch Black through the Build & Battle format.
• Pokémon TCG collectors searching for the four unique foil Prerelease promos.
• Mega Evolution fans interested in the Pitch Black expansion.
• Booster pack openers who want four Pitch Black packs alongside a ready-to-play deck.
• Deck-building fans who enjoy creating a playable deck from a limited card pool.
• Sealed Pokémon TCG collectors building a collection of Build & Battle products.
• Gift buyers looking for a Pokémon TCG product that combines a deck, booster packs, and a promo card.

Before ordering, check the product language, packaging condition, and retailer-specific availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box?

Each box contains a 40-card ready-to-play Prerelease deck, four Mega Evolution—Pitch Black booster packs, one of four unique foil promo cards, and a deck-building tip sheet.

How many booster packs are in a Pitch Black Build & Battle Box?

There are four Mega Evolution—Pitch Black booster packs in each Build & Battle Box.

Which promo cards can I get?

There are four possible unique foil promo cards: Miraidon, Slowbro, Dhelmise, and Bastiodon. The specific promo included in an individual box is not guaranteed.

How many cards are in the included deck?

The Build & Battle Box contains a 40-card ready-to-play deck designed for the Prerelease format.

Can I use the four booster packs to improve the included deck?

Yes. The Build & Battle format is designed for players to use the cards they receive from their booster packs to modify the supplied 40-card deck before playing.

Is Build & Battle the same as Standard Pokémon TCG?

No. Build & Battle Prerelease games use 40-card decks and four Prize cards, rather than the standard 60-card deck and six Prize cards used in regular Pokémon TCG play.

When was the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box released?

Select Play! Pokémon Stores began offering the product for Prerelease events from July 4, 2026. Pokémon’s July product release announcement lists July 31, 2026 for wider availability.

Is the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box the same as a Booster Bundle?

No. The Build & Battle Box contains four booster packs plus a 40-card deck and one of four foil promo cards, while the Pitch Black Booster Bundle contains six booster packs.

Does the Build & Battle Box guarantee a specific promo?

No. There are four possible promo cards, and the specific promo included in a box is not guaranteed.

Are specific rare cards guaranteed in the four booster packs?

No. Booster pack contents are randomized, so a particular card or rarity is not guaranteed.

Shop the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Build & Battle Box

Add the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution—Pitch Black Build & Battle Box to your collection and experience one of the expansion’s signature Prerelease products. With a 40-card ready-to-play deck, four Mega Evolution—Pitch Black booster packs, and one of four unique foil promo cards, this box combines deck building, collecting, and booster pack opening in one product.

Shop the Pitch Black Build & Battle Box at PokémonCardsWorldwide.com and expand your Mega Evolution—Pitch Black collection.

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