Pitch Black: Chase Cards, Products & Buying Guide
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Quick answer
The newest Mega Evolution era main set, one week old — headlined by the Mega Darkrai ex Special Illustration Rare with the Morpeko ex SIR close behind. Singles markets are still thin and early prices are settling.
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Top chase cards
Packs & boxes for this set
Pitch Black Booster Box
Pitch Black
$205 · 36 packs
Pitch Black Elite Trainer Box
Pitch Black
$79.52 · 9 packs
Pitch Black Booster Bundle
Pitch Black
$41.05 · 6 packs
Prices, availability and market trends can change. Always check current listings before buying.
Rarity structure
- Common / Uncommon / Rare
- Double Rare (ex) — Playable ex Pokémon
- Ultra Rare — Full-art Pokémon and Trainers
- Illustration Rare — Alternate-art scene cards
- Special Illustration Rare — Top chase tier for most sets
- Mega Hyper Rare — Gold secret rares of the Mega era
Estimated pull rates
Small sample · 320 packsDemo dataObserved per-pack rates for Pitch Black hit tiers, one week after release.
| Category | Estimated rate | Per pack | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any Special Illustration Rare | ~1 in 125 packs | 0.80% | Very small early sample |
| Any Illustration Rare | ~1 in 13 packs | 7.69% | Very small early sample |
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Singles or sealed?
If your goal is a specific card like Mega Darkrai ex (Special Illustration Rare) ($307 snapshot), buying the single is usually more predictable than opening product. Sealed products make sense when you enjoy opening packs, want broad set exposure, or are gifting.
Frequently asked questions
›What are the chase cards in Pitch Black?
The most sought-after cards include Mega Darkrai ex (Special Illustration Rare), Mega Darkrai ex (Mega Hyper Rare), Morpeko ex (Special Illustration Rare). Prices are snapshots — check current listings before buying.
›Does any Pitch Black product guarantee a chase card?
No. Pack contents are random, and no booster product guarantees a specific card unless explicitly stated on the product.
›Should I buy Pitch Black singles or sealed products?
If you want specific cards, singles are usually more predictable and often cheaper overall. Sealed products suit collectors who enjoy opening packs or want broad exposure to the set.
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Sources
- TCG Comp editorial analysis — Editorial assessments (chase scores, best-for labels) are opinions, not facts or advice.
- TCGplayer marketplace listings — Linked for current listings. Prices shown on TCG Comp are snapshots, not live TCGplayer data.