Set Overview
Boundaries Crossed, released in November 2012, was the largest Black & White set and introduced ACE SPEC Trainer cards, of which only one may be used per deck. It carries Keldeo-EX and Black & White Kyurem-EX among its Pokémon-EX.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | November 7, 2012 (English) |
| Publisher | Nintendo / The Pokémon Company |
| Total Cards | 149 numbered + 4 secret rares |
| Full Art | 9 cards |
| Pokémon-EX | 6 cards |
| ACE SPEC | 4 cards |
| Secret Rares | 4 cards (150–153) |
| Key Chase Card | Celebi-EX 141/149, Keldeo-EX 142/149 |
About the Set
Boundaries Crossed, released in November 2012, was the largest Black & White set and introduced ACE SPEC Trainer cards, of which only one may be used per deck. It carries Keldeo-EX and Black & White Kyurem-EX among its Pokémon-EX.
How to identify it: numbered cards read N/149. Secret rares read above the total (150/149 onward).
Rarities & Chase Cards
Boundaries Crossed had a single print run. Its structure breaks down as follows.
| Type | What it means |
|---|---|
| Main set (1–149) | Commons, uncommons, rares and holo rares that make up the bulk of the set. |
| Pokémon-EX | High-HP Pokémon-EX, each also printed as a Full Art within the numbered set. |
| ACE SPEC | Powerful Trainer cards limited to one per deck. |
| Secret rares (150–153) | Numbered beyond the set total of 149. |
Complete Card Gallery
All 153 cards from Boundaries Crossed. Click any card to view it full size — use the arrow keys (or swipe) to move through the set.
Key Cards
The cards below lead Boundaries Crossed on the secondary market.
| Card | Name | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
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Celebi-EX 141/149 Full Art | A full art card and one of Boundaries Crossed’s headline pulls. |
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Keldeo-EX 142/149 Full Art | A full art card and one of Boundaries Crossed’s headline pulls. |
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Cresselia-EX 143/149 Full Art | A full art card and one of Boundaries Crossed’s headline pulls. |
Promo Cards
The BW Black Star Promos ran alongside the era’s expansions.
BW Black Star Promos use their own numbering (BW01 onward) and carry a black star where a set symbol would be.
Collecting & Where to Buy
Boundaries Crossed is out of print and trades on the secondary market. Common singles are inexpensive, while the ACE SPEC cards and secret rares carry the strongest premiums.
Collector tip: the Full Art and secret cards are the prize — check borders and edges closely on any graded copy.
Note: external links are provided for reference only. Always confirm a card's printing, condition and authenticity before purchasing.