Pokémon TCG - Scarlet & Violet - Future Flash - Booster Box - (Japanese)

The "Future Flash" expansion is a set in the Pokémon Trading Card Game that was released in Japan on October 27, 2023. This expansion focuses on Future Pokémon, primarily featuring future Paradox Pokémon from the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet video games. These Future Pokémon cards are distinguished by a technological "Future" label on the top right corner of the card art and a pixelated background on the right half of the card. They often possess abilities and attacks with extra effects, allowing for strategic gameplay.

The Future Flash set includes various Future Pokémon and Trainer cards that interact specifically with Future cards. Notable cards in this expansion are Iron Hands ex, Iron Valiant ex, and Iron Jugulis. Additionally, the set introduces new Trainer cards like Techno Radar and Professor Turo's Scenario, which support Future Pokémon strategies.

For players outside Japan, the English equivalent of Future Flash is the "Paradox Rift" expansion, which combines both the "Ancient Roar" and "Future Flash" sets from Japan. This allows international players to access the new cards and mechanics introduced in these expansions.

Overall, the Future Flash expansion brings innovative gameplay elements and a fresh array of cards to the Pokémon TCG, enhancing both the strategic depth and collectibility of the game.