Black Bolt is a recent, highly sought-after set. Here's how to interpret its pull rates and which purchase formats to prioritize.
What to expect from set zsv10pt5
The set offers beautiful cards but variance stays high on small volumes. The more you open, the closer your results get to the expected average.
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Black Bolt pull rates by purchase format
Black Bolt pull rates by purchase format
| Product | Boosters | Expected SIRs | Exclusive promo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Bolt 6-booster bundle | 6 | ~0.03 (rare) | No |
| Unova Poster Collection | 4 | ~0.02 | Poster + promos |
| Symbios Sticker Collection | 3 | ~0.015 | Symbios (not pullable) |
| Victini Illustration Collection | 4 | ~0.02 | Victini promo |
Premium hit expectations based on chosen zsv10pt5 sealed product.
FAQ
What are typical pull rates on Black Bolt (zsv10pt5)?
Black Bolt follows the standard Scarlet & Violet distribution: ~24% Double Rare, ~14% Ultra Rare, ~10% Illustration Rare, ~4–5% SIR per pack. Chase card Zekrom ex SIR has an individual probability of roughly ~0.5–0.6% per pack.
Is the 6-booster bundle enough to evaluate the set?
6 packs give a first read but variance stays high. Statistically, expect 1–2 interesting rare+ cards on average, but a 6-pack run can just as easily yield zero premium hits.
Does the Symbios promo affect booster pull rates?
No. The Symbios promo is a separate card, exclusive to the Sticker Collection box. It doesn't change the odds of Black Bolt boosters included in that box or the 6-booster bundle.
Black Bolt vs Mega Evolution: which set has better pull rates?
Rare+ slot distributions are comparable (~4–5% SIR each). Mega Evolution has more iconic chase cards (Charizard), Black Bolt offers immediately competitive cards (Serperior ex, Zekrom ex) and exclusive promos.
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