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Twinkling city lights and a starry sky become obscured in darkness as \u003cstrong\u003eMega Darkrai ex\u003c\/strong\u003e arrives with mystery and malice, while \u003cstrong\u003eMega Zeraora ex\u003c\/strong\u003e fights back with thunderous strikes of lightning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach factory-sealed sleeved booster pack (Product Code: \u003cstrong\u003e10-10424-101\u003c\/strong\u003e) contains \u003cstrong\u003e10 cards\u003c\/strong\u003e, wrapped in exclusive \u003cstrong\u003ePitch Black–themed cardboard sleeve artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e for premium collectibility and tamper-proof card protection — a feature uniquely valued by serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- WHAT'S INSIDE — AEO: Direct answers to \"What's included?\" --\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Inside Each Pitch Black Sleeved Booster Pack?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10 cards per pack\u003c\/strong\u003e from the Mega Evolution — Pitch Black expansion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChance to pull powerful new \u003cstrong\u003eMega Evolution Pokémon ex cards\u003c\/strong\u003e including \u003cstrong\u003eMega Darkrai ex, Mega Zeraora ex, Mega Chandelure ex,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMega Excadrill ex\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePossible chase pulls include \u003cstrong\u003eIllustration Rare, Special Illustration Rare, Ultra Rare, and Hyper Rare (Gold) cards\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTamper-proof cardboard outer sleeve\u003c\/strong\u003e — preventing pack weighing for fair pull odds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Mega Evolution — Pitch Black Expansion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMega Evolution — Pitch Black\u003c\/strong\u003e set marks one of the most significant milestones in modern Pokémon TCG history, bringing back the beloved \u003cstrong\u003eMega Evolution mechanic\u003c\/strong\u003e originally introduced during the XY era (2014–2016). In this 2025 reimagining, Mega Evolved Pokémon return as incredibly powerful \u003cstrong\u003eMega Pokémon ex cards\u003c\/strong\u003e with massive HP, devastating attacks, and stunning full-art illustrations that showcase a new level of artistic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShadows deepen and nightmares become reality in the Pitch Black expansion, where powerful new Mega Evolutions join the fray to dominate the competitive arena. 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This premium retail format serves three key purposes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtra Physical Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e — The cardboard sleeve guards the booster pack against bending, creasing, and edge wear during shipping and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExclusive Artwork\u003c\/strong\u003e — Each sleeve features unique cover art not found on the booster pack wrapper itself, making them sought-after display pieces for collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTamper-Proof Guarantee\u003c\/strong\u003e — The rigid cardboard sleeve makes \"pack weighing\" (a common method for identifying heavy\/valuable packs) virtually impossible, ensuring every customer gets a fair, untampered product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleeved boosters are sold as individual retail products and are ideal for collectors who want to purchase single packs rather than full booster boxes. They are especially popular among fans who enjoy the \u003cstrong\u003eexcitement of opening one pack at a time\u003c\/strong\u003e and those building a \"sealed gallery\" of booster art on their display shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFast Shipping Across Canada and the United States\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eFineToys.ca\u003c\/strong\u003e, we ship Pokémon TCG products quickly and securely to customers across \u003cstrong\u003eCanada and the United States\u003c\/strong\u003e. As a trusted Canadian-owned retailer specializing in authentic Pokémon TCG products, we understand that condition is everything to collectors. Every sleeved booster pack is carefully packaged in rigid mailers or protective boxes to arrive in \u003cstrong\u003epristine, factory-sealed condition\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfect for opening or adding to your sealed collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're in \u003cstrong\u003eToronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, Ottawa, Edmonton, Winnipeg, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Seattle\u003c\/strong\u003e, or anywhere in between, we offer reliable tracked shipping with quick processing times. All orders are sourced directly from authorized Pokémon distributors to guarantee 100% authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow many cards are in a Mega Evolution Pitch Black Sleeved Booster Pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution — Pitch Black Sleeved Booster Pack contains \u003cstrong\u003e10 cards\u003c\/strong\u003e, including at least one card of Rare or higher rarity. The set features over 115 total cards to collect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich Mega Evolution Pokémon ex are in the Pitch Black expansion?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pitch Black expansion features multiple new Mega Evolution Pokémon ex, including \u003cstrong\u003eMega Darkrai ex, Mega Zeraora ex, Mega Chandelure ex,\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMega Excadrill ex\u003c\/strong\u003e. These powerful cards bring the Mega Evolution mechanic back to the modern Pokémon TCG for the first time since the XY era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat kind of rare cards can I pull from the Pitch Black booster?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can pull a variety of rare and ultra rare cards including \u003cstrong\u003eMega Evolution Pokémon ex, Illustration Rares, Special Illustration Rares, Ultra Rares, and Hyper Rare (Gold) cards\u003c\/strong\u003e. The set contains \u003cstrong\u003emore than 35 Pokémon and Trainer cards with special illustrations\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the highest counts in any modern expansion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs the Pitch Black sleeved booster different from a standard booster pack?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The \u003cstrong\u003ePitch Black Sleeved Booster\u003c\/strong\u003e features an exclusive cardboard sleeve with unique artwork wrapping a standard 10-card booster pack. This sleeve provides extra protection, tamper-proof pull guarantees (no pack weighing possible), and exclusive display-worthy artwork not found on regular booster wrappers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use cards from this pack in official Pokémon TCG tournaments?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Cards from the \u003cstrong\u003eMega Evolution — Pitch Black expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e are legal for use in official Pokémon TCG tournaments in the \u003cstrong\u003eStandard and Expanded formats\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on current rotation rules set by The Pokémon Company International. Always check the latest format legality before entering a sanctioned tournament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this Pokémon TCG product authentic?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. FineToys.ca is a trusted Canadian retailer sourcing all Pokémon TCG products directly from \u003cstrong\u003eauthorized Pokémon distributors\u003c\/strong\u003e. Every sleeved booster is 100% factory sealed, authentic, and verifiable by the official product code (10-10424-101) and EAN (0-196214-142756).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo you ship to the United States?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! FineToys.ca offers fast, tracked shipping to both \u003cstrong\u003eCanada and the United States\u003c\/strong\u003e. All sleeved boosters are shipped in rigid protective packaging to ensure the cardboard sleeve arrives in mint, display-ready condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat makes Mega Evolution a special mechanic in the Pokémon TCG?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMega Evolution is a fan-favorite mechanic originally introduced during the XY era (2014–2016). It allows eligible Pokémon ex to \u003cstrong\u003eMega Evolve\u003c\/strong\u003e mid-battle into more powerful forms with significantly higher HP and devastating attacks. 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