Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Obsidian Flames released on August 11, 2023, with 230 cards headlined by a Darkness-type Tera Charizard ex. It has 15 Pokémon ex, including 6 Tera Pokémon ex, plus 6 Special Illustration Rares and 3 gold etched Hyper Rares. Booster boxes have 36 packs, and the Elite Trainer Box has 9 packs and a Charmander promo for $49.99 MSRP. The top chase is the Special Illustration Rare Charizard ex. Obsidian Flames is out of regular production, so sealed boxes are getting harder to find.
Every Obsidian Flames Product, Compared
| Product | Packs | Extras | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Trainer Box | 9 | Charmander promo, 65 Charmander sleeves, 45 Energy, dice, markers | $49.99 |
| Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box | 11 | Pokémon Center exclusive version | Varies |
| Booster Display Box | 36 | None | Varies |
| Booster Bundle | 6 | None | Varies |
| Build & Battle Box | 4 | 40-card ready-to-play deck, promo | Varies |
| 3-Pack Blister (Eevee or Houndstone) | 3 | Promo card | Varies |
| Charizard ex and Tyranitar ex Premium Collections | Varies | Promo cards and accessories | Varies |
Card Chase Math: Which Obsidian Flames Product Gives You the Most Packs?
Booster packs per product
More is better.
What’s in an Obsidian Flames Booster Pack?
10 cards
Every pack has 10 cards from the set, plus a Pokémon TCG Live code card.
1 rare or better
Each pack has at least one rare. That slot can be a Pokémon ex, an Ultra Rare or a Hyper Rare.
Reverse holo slots
Illustration Rares and Special Illustration Rares turn up in the reverse holo slots.
Tera Pokémon ex
Six Tera Pokémon ex, including Charizard ex.
Obsidian Flames Rarities
Top Chases in Obsidian Flames
Charizard ex (223/197)
The Special Illustration Rare Tera Charizard ex is the set’s top card.
Charizard ex (228/197)
The gold etched Hyper Rare Charizard ex.
Charizard ex (215/197)
The full-art Ultra Rare Charizard ex.
Pidgeot ex (225/197)
A Special Illustration Rare, and a key card for players too.
Cleffa (202/197) and Ninetales (199/197)
Two of the most popular Illustration Rares in the set.
Gloom (198/197)
A fan-favorite Illustration Rare.
Is Obsidian Flames Good for Kids?
Elite Trainer Box
Nine packs, a Charmander promo and everything to start playing.
Build & Battle Box
A ready-to-play deck plus four packs. A great way to learn the game.
Booster Box
Out of print and priced well above MSRP now.
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Pokémon Obsidian Flames FAQ
When did Pokémon Obsidian Flames come out?
Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Obsidian Flames released in English on August 11, 2023. It’s based on the Japanese set Ruler of the Black Flame.
How many cards are in Obsidian Flames?
230 cards: 197 main set cards plus 33 secret rares, with 15 Pokémon ex, 6 Tera Pokémon ex, 6 Special Illustration Rares and 3 gold etched Hyper Rares.
What is the best card in Obsidian Flames?
The Special Illustration Rare Charizard ex (223/197) is the top chase. The gold Charizard ex (228/197), Pidgeot ex Special Illustration Rare and the Cleffa and Ninetales Illustration Rares are also popular.
Why is the Obsidian Flames Charizard dark?
Obsidian Flames’ Charizard ex is a Tera Pokémon ex with the Darkness type instead of Fire, which gives the cards their black-and-gold look.
What is in an Obsidian Flames Elite Trainer Box?
9 booster packs, a full-art foil Charmander promo, 65 Charmander sleeves, 45 Energy cards, dice, condition markers, a player’s guide, a collector’s box and a Pokémon TCG Live code card. MSRP was $49.99.
Where can I buy Obsidian Flames near Cincinnati?
The Card Chase truck carries Obsidian Flames Elite Trainer Boxes at events across Cincinnati, Dayton and Columbus. Check our events calendar for the next stop.
Last updated October 20, 2026. Set and product details come from The Pokémon Company’s announced product information. MSRPs are The Pokémon Company’s suggested prices at release. Out-of-print sets usually sell above MSRP.