5 Things I Wish I Knew as a Beginner Pokemon Card Collector

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[@pokenord7635]

My girlfriend keeps telling me that it’s not about the size of the collection, it’s about the motion of the binder.

[@EL-em3mn]

As long as that card sits snug against one side wall, it should be ok.

[@thermalrain_yt9725]

@@EL-em3mn gotta have that tight fit you dont want it to fall out

[@Maart18x]

Why doesn't Jake give these comment a like?😂

[@BT-su1yf]

The funniest thing about this comment is a pokemon card collector having a girlfriend

[@sponsored_hobbies8233]

Lmao, my virgen eyes lol.

[@patflynn]

My two takeaways: 1. Size doesn’t matter. 2. Always use protection. Got it. 👊🏼

[@mr.stacker347]

🤣😂

[@snoopanoop7705]

😂🤣

[@tuts1237]

And always join in groups... LOL 😂

[@patflynn]

@@tuts1237 Haha! And go Japanese! 😅

[@reynaldoray7539]

Clowninnnn patt

[@RocSandy]

Jake "size doesn't matter..." Me looking at the thousands of cards I collected "my life was a lie!"

[@givemethebestmortgage3070]

0:55 hahah "it's not the size of the collection". Jake has good jokes

[@victorblas3483]

haha was good

[@mikedavis6228]

I peeped that too lmao

[@chochtray7153]

Lmao, I thought about making a reference but preferred to keep it coo.

[@thermalrain_yt9725]

Lol yeah that's what his girlfriend told him. Size matters but you dont need every master set and promo you just need enough to make you happy...

[@redredmon8833]

*Tip one* : you don't have enough money to pull an entire master set. Use the single method to save thousands. TRUST ME

[@JustDaTips]

Hold my beer...

[@mattreef3379]

Honestly I have just been buying singles. Saves the headache of buying $20 worth of cards and getting nothing

[@Katiegames69]

But opening them is the best part!

[@Bishopbabydaddy]

This is one I had to (Re) remember when I got back into Pokémon TCG back in February (with a lot more money than I had back 20 years ago). After opening far too many packs of Vivid Voltage and pulling so many of the same cards, I realized I could piece together the master set by buying the remaining 70ish cards on TCG Player.

[@redredmon8833]

@@mattreef3379 Agreed. it's not nearly as fun but at the end of the day I'm only going for a masterset so doubles are not necessary in my collection

[@WillTheEngineer]

Number 6: Avoid FOMO! It's so easy to get caught up in what everyone else has. Make sure to enjoy what you already have, instead of focusing on what you don't. Great video, Jake.

[@solarflaredragoon]

FOMO?

[@JohnnyVasquez8]

@@solarflaredragoon Fear Of Missing Out. 👍🏾

[@cliffharvey3043]

You are trying to think of a think a great person would think 😎

[@TagTab637]

I appreciate Jake over other Pokemon influencers because he is so informative, cares about the community, and is all-around holistic when it comes to TCG collecting. I appreciate watching and subscribing to this man. Jake, keep up the great work bud and I hope subscribers keep pouring on in.

[@joshlopez8562]

Moved to Florida about 3 years ago and started collecting Pokémon cards again recently. I didn’t know anyone who collected until I found some good friends who I met out hunting for cards and now have card opening parties weekly ☺️

[@JohnnyVasquez8]

THIS is so cool!!! I’ve met some cool collectors too. I usually go crazy with singles in a case so I let them choose first so I’m not the jerk that takes a handful of cards that they were eyeballing. It’s a great way to make friends within the hobby.

[@jon33709]

I haven’t met a single cool collector. I have met a whole lot of scalpers tho lol.

[@JohnnyVasquez8]

@@jon33709 damn. 💀 The sad part bro is they have no shame in buying up all the product.

[@Samurai-sp5vi]

Thanks for the heads up on these things! I’ve recently gotten back into Pokémon cards this year, and you’re my favorite Pokémon youtuber so far. I can see that you’re really passionate about the hobby. You’re a real inspiration and thanks!

[@indeliblemakes5359]

I just started again after 20 year break last week. SOLID ADVICE.

[@AntiJewluminati]

Lmk if you wanna add to your collection:]

[@indeliblemakes5359]

@@AntiJewluminati whatcha got?! I am looking for psa 10 first edition team rocket or compete sets

[@AntiJewluminati]

@@indeliblemakes5359 I have a few first Eds. Jungle Set flareon, jolteon and fossil Moltres

[@AntiJewluminati]

@@indeliblemakes5359 add me on SC @ outer_spaze if you're interested

[@phil_8367]

Same, 23 years!!

[@CasualReader14]

"Don't feel like you're just off on an island by yourself." Me being on an island where there are no trading card stores or opportunities.

[@infinite_tsukuyomi1836]

At least there’s Amazon,hopefully

[@burninglink85]

Narrowing your collection down is great advice. I started collecting just the base set of each generation and it makes me appreciate each individual card so much more.

[@senku1396]

what is the base set of each generation?

[@juanespinoza4264]

​@Senku For Example the new one releasing March 31st the Base set is Just Scarlet and Violet. They have already announced the next sub set to be released in June I believe called Scarlet & Violet: Paldea Evolved. Every three months you can expect a new sub set. But the 1st is the Base set.

[@joelh90]

This video really helped me. Especially the first point about narrowing down what your collecting. I realised the cards that got me back into the hobby were the alternate arts 2021-2022. There is so much depth to those cards they are basically small pieces of art. So my goals is when i get some expendable money purchase one i have my eyes on. Learnt what they were worth too and always checking ebay for good deals.

[@kigas24]

Man I had completely forgot about that time Collectibles Guru didn't have sleeves for the 1st edition Base Set cards....I was watching it happen and the live chat went absolutely insane over the lack of sleeves.

[@christophergomez5131]

I didn’t know that, and I cringed just listening about it in this video

[@gregbullock9315]

Love the video man. I’m new to this whole collecting thing, but this video gave me the information I need to start. I can tell you really care about the community and that’s dope as hell 😁

[@mr.stacker347]

"as my girlfriend says, size doesn't matter" 🤣😂

[@alexo1256]

“Is not really about the size of your collection that matters” lol u quoted the man wrong

[@simbajon]

@@alexo1256 woooosh

[@twon00bzonecup]

I have no idea how he said this with a straight face and no hesistation 😂

[@XENOS_Indie_Game_Dev]

Proof he has no girlfriend.... heh.

[@victorblas3483]

Woosh indeed

[@awholemewworld4799]

This is a great list for people. Definitely had to learn some of these things the hard way. Something else I've been saying a lot lately when I start catching that FOMO feeling is that there will ALWAYS be something else to collect. So if I don't have it in my budget, even if it seems like the best product in the world, I remind myself there's going to be another product, set or single that I will want to buy just as much in the future.

[@charliecruz1580]

I just got into Pokémon cards. I want to start two collections. One will be to have a deck for each typing and the second is just a binder of the cutest/funniest cards I find 👍🏼

[@jambacito8790]

It’s nice that you mention collecting what you like When I got into the hobby (Christmas 2020) I was just trying to get my hands on any sealed product not knowing half of the new Pokémon since diamond & pearl. Now, I’m a Meowth collector and clay art collector and it’s way more fun coming across singles or buying them and getting them in the mail....plus it’s way cheaper lol

[@ianmorales2960]

"become an expert on one type of card" Oh, for sure... *throws some more random holos into cart*

[@EL-em3mn]

My luck i would go all in on something that has 30 million copies and only goes up in value 50% over have course of 20 years.

[@ianmorales2960]

@@EL-em3mn With my luck, I'd go all in on something that would devalue to pennies over the course of 20 years.

[@Matrix7329]

Hearing the tip about always having sleeves/top loaders at the ready really resonates with me. I had purchased a Evolutions booster box (the first time I have every purchased a pokemon product for myself in over a decade) and we ended up pulling the holo Charizard. At the time I had didn't even think to buy sleeves/top loaders so instead we kept the cards in an old photo album for safe keeping until some sleeves/top loaders came in the mail lol

[@beelertv5650]

I’m just getting started and I’ve already fallen into a few of these traps. Thanks for the video, it definitely helps clear some things up.

[@doctordrip1270]

Thank you for making these videos they're very informative and I appreciate as I am getting back in to collecting pokemon.

[@pikabreww]

I collect Raichu cards! Trying to make it my niche.

[@santiagogalvis9057]

@Arnold Alaniz mine too

[@Lilpeep4ever]

I collect pikachu and Riachu cards as well lol. And a couple polygons cause I always see him for like .25 cents and I feel bad. He needs love too

[@MrAiias]

Mine is Blastoise 🔥💦

[@EL-em3mn]

I am a straight dude but rapidash just keeps calling my name. I don't want to like him/her but damn it have you all seen the newer alt art full art rapidash cards lately. They are top notch

[@morrowcody]

Gengar over here

[@ShinobiBonomo]

Thank you and enjoy your tips more than every other Chanel ! Not my fav Pokémon Chanel but definitely my go to ! 🎉

[@Augors]

I started collecting again the top of this year- I’m glad I went Japanese. I manage to get a lot of seal XY era booster boxes, Some really good hits with Modern hit and my most recent purchase is CP2 and CP5(the price was too good to pass). They are raw, very mint and the sets are almost complete with a 2-3 missing cards. If you do you’re research and keep a open mind , you can find some cool stuff.

[@ptc2307]

Wait so size doesn't matter? *throws jumbo card collection onto the floor*

[@reynaldoray7539]

Throw those away. I hope your not seriously collecting jumbos lmao clown

[@ptc2307]

​@@reynaldoray7539Someone didn't get the sarcasm implied

[@cate3675]

@@reynaldoray7539 it was a joke kinda like my life

[@toooydoeur]

@@reynaldoray7539 tf is wrong with you

[@__-_]

To be honest. I collect jumbo cards. I’m probably the only person.

[@Tiangox]

Mate Thanks for your videos! Yous starting look into get in this hobbies. And you videos help me a lot.

[@vivianvanhek9562]

Thanks for your advice! I think it’s also important to determine in advance what your budget is. And I ageer with you: have fun with the hobby.

[@Bryant_P]

I love your channel man. I have learned so much from your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@alank5359]

Thanks for the great advice bro, I've switched up my ethos on collecting lately and I'm gona be picking up alot more Japanese sealed product, the artwork is just so much nicer then the English equivalents, great channel bro👍

[@iq_onn5445]

I'm old school I guess and I just love the art on the wotc sets. Been working on completing them slowly as money allows and I started a Dragonite collection. I've had Japanese since the base set and those are some of my favorites so I completely agree with collecting Japanese. Happy collecting everyone!

[@OhShootKid]

Nice man! I just got a dragonite T promo Japanese card the other day. Wasn’t even the card I ordered though 😳 I love the Japanese 2002 McDonald’s promo cards. Totally agree about the WOTC ones, those are a big part of my collection rn too

[@seanread3356]

This is good advice. I’m getting into collecting and sticking to ex era cards because those are the cards I enjoy the most. Also i think they have the highest upside and are slept on today.

[@CommanderJona]

Great Vid as always! I would have loved to collect jpn cards 10 years ago but was scared of buying stuff outside of my comfort zone. Due to your tips I started collecting jpn products last year your tips helped mea lot, thanks!

[@fkk7899]

Great points. I just started at the beginning of the year and its awesome to know that I have picked up on these things so early. Japanese cards are superior after collecting a set in both Japanese and english to begin with. Will be proceeding with Japanese sets from now on while also buying some sealed english product for the long term on the way.

[@MLGProMaster-tu9tz]

I just got into it with a friend and I already have some V cards I'm pretty content with, I love the art on them and am hoping to get somewhere great just like my friend who has a huge EX and hollow collection.

[@EL-em3mn]

Hey Jake i have started to collect some really beautiful Japanese full arts simply based on their beauty. I think that was a great tip in the past. I think the Japanese alternate art cards are absolutely stunning and often don't have an English counterpart. Unfortunately they are very expensive on eBay. I swear they have predetermined price negotiations amongst their sellers, because of very little price volatility and neatly no auctions, which is genius but frustrating as a buyer. Thank you for another great video.

[@JMAN320]

Road to 100K Jake ! Thanks for the video as usual! I just picked up those posters like you have in the background .

[@BigMACC_]

Its not about the money its about how much you enjoy the card! Like if you agree!

[@shreddybrek]

Don't agree completely. Its good to be able to make money in the hobby to fund the hobby. Thats what my channel is all about and is how i've been able to grow a 6 figure collection!

[@Card_Asylum]

Quick way to go broke.🤦

[@jon33709]

I agree 100%. I already have a couple sources of income, so I don’t need to make money off of Pokémon.

[@solarflaredragoon]

I agree! Have a Japanese Reshiram&Charizard GX Tag Team and its by far my favorite card in the collection.

[@CapitonnePlanet]

I love your videos! You and Deep pocket monsters are the GOATS at the Poketuber game. Hopefully you guys can do a callob one day, maybe a poke podcast.

[@poke-holo-sports]

Great video as always. Thank you, you are the #1 Pokemon youtuber.

[@Bishopbabydaddy]

Rejoined the Pokémon collecting community in February and decided to focus on collecting cards and merch for my all-time favorite Pokémon: Gengar. I also rip new sets and try for master sets (just completed Champion’s Path!) but Gengar is the focus. It feels good.

[@mhcreativejourney5113]

I just started collecting like a month ago and this advise is good. Hal you so much for this content!

[@nz_aroha]

I’m interested in getting started not necessarily to collect rares but more because I love some of the art! I’m just confused about what one does with all their dupes 👀

[@mimikyuman5679]

Store them in a box

[@PronghornPunk]

sell/trade em for stuff u dont have!

[@StrangeAzz]

Same here, the art is awesome but theres so many different varieties of cards to keep up with. Silver bullion coins are fun to collect aswell

[@goose5180]

Jake dude you're the reason I'm getting in the hobby. Great information as always!

[@MeshTheSnake]

Appreciate this video, I just started collecting again and my goal is to complete base set 1!

[@MontyOwesARibeye]

Another great video. Thanks for the tips!

[@B-radPT]

New subscriber so Going back on some of your older videos some great tips that I use currently so you were bang on 👍

[@mrsurferguy]

Make sure your niche / specialty card is a popular Pokemon. My father who collects stamps said the popular ones increased in value over the years while his rare unique sets really didn't increase much.

[@jorgemedina8083]

I really took to heart your first suggestion and I think I would stick to Pokémon from the first 3 generations. I like watching Rusty open vintage packs, and I like full arts, so I would collect older Pokémon In their new full art form etc. Thanks, Jake!

[@steelheadpizzaradiofuzzmud9841]

This has been the most educational Pokemon video I’ve seen. Thank you!

[@lusciousluie]

great tips! i have put my focus on magnemite/magneton graded cards!

[@kb6530]

Wish I knew about sleeves 24 years ago lol Straight into top loaders , scratch city on all my base set holos..

[@dodge_dabs7106]

I'm currently 16 I stopped collecting cards 5 years ago after being a collector for almost 3-4 years I just got back into it a few months ago and I plan to have a sealed collection instead of opening them so I can show my future children how far the game and TCG has come in the decades it's been out and explain how much it meant to me growing up.

[@SociaI_]

Wow that's acctualy a very smart idea I think I'm gonna do that too , so I can also show my future children

[@airbudpf6099]

I just started collecting pokemon cards and was definitely lost in the beginning. Thanks for the info! 😁

[@drb3atz]

Great video as always and solid points. 👍

[@tony_cgivfx]

i really love these tips, i think i just need to figure out how to sell my extras / bulk. the thing I enjoy most is pulling the cards i'm chasing myself, so it's a bit of an expensive hobby that way but to me the most fulfilling.

[@skilled_05]

i have officially watched more than 50 videos of jake and i didnt regret it and thanks for being a great guy in the hobby

[@piplup10203854]

This is super handy :) I'm just getting started but I'll be honest, I'm not huge on opening packs, I really like just collecting the booster boxes, because for me, the thing I'm drawn to the most is the acrylic cases that people put their booster boxes in and displaying the cards. I love the booster box and elite trainer boxes artwork. I want to collect just those things. I'm sure I'd love if it I did open them but recently my sister got me a small box and I found myself just wanting to keep the box in the shrink wrap all nice for a display. I don't know what to do with the excess cards if I'm not playing them and I don't consider myself a trader/flipper so they just take up space. I just like the boxes, I think I'll just sit on keeping the booster boxes for display and maybe someday my niece can sell them if she wants to :)

[@Djaystoopkidd]

That is great “size doesn’t matter” with a straight face go Jake lol

[@Andre-mh1pp]

Hey Jake great content here! Especially like the suggestion about Japanese cards but .... where’s the best place to pick them up?

[@mellisnerdecke7528]

I've been thinking about getting the Kanazawa box for a while, I'm pretty sure that I would be happy to have it sealed in my collection and would not regret it in the end, however, it's a hell of a lot of money for someone like me that would be the hobby budget money for 2-3 months to be honest. Jake would you recommend fetching them for me under the circumstances? by the way i love your content! You are authentically personable and it is always informative and fun to tune in. You can tell that you are passionate about your hobby and also have a clue of what you are talking about. I'm looking forward to the next upload, keep it up and watch out and stay safe and sound in these difficult times. Warm greetings from Germany :)

[@Kingflores150]

My GF doesn't talk about size, lol 😂

[@gizmoat17]

Must mean you're good then bro, cheers! lol

[@NostalgicDuelist]

I collect yugioh and Pokémon. The most important thing I think is to have an end. Pick something you love and stick to it with an end. For example recently I saw the amazing rares and collected for grading all of them, knowing that they won’t be printed until the end of time in every set.

[@pokebarn1]

Thanks for the video Jake!

[@ianwager6034]

God I love you, Jake!! Thanks for all of this info!!

[@danallsop3761]

I’ve been collecting all the varieties of Pichu that are out there. I got the hgss staff promo yesterday. Next up is the English expedition with Japanese back

[@hendrik9988]

Is it possible to see your collection as a 100k special? Would be pretty awesome!

[@EnviSnipes]

I 100 percent agree on buy what you like. I love the Sword and Shield full arts so much that I made my collecting goal to collect 1 of every sword and shield full art that releases

[@XrossfireOfficial]

Hi Jake, love the video! Just wanted to ask (and I believe you may have answered this before but just wanted to double-check!), is it worth grading Base Set or WOTC holo cards even if they may only achieve PSA 5 - 7 grades? I have a few Base Set/WOTC cards I'd like to submit, but they are a little on the played side, although they still look decent in general. Many thanks!

[@powercheif]

I joined a community soon after starting and have met a lot of nice people. I agree the community is welcoming

[@Mike-sp7zv]

I'm trying to get more familiar with the reverse hollow cards with the energy symbols in the background, but you can't tell on the tcgplayer. I also like the special energies with that background.

[@UltraSteelix]

I'm just collecting all steelix/trainers associated with steelix. My favorite card so far is my steelix from dream league. Hopefully soon I'll be able to grade that one because it honestly looks like at least a 9. It's so perfect. It will make my collection that much better P.s. I'm planing on getting a dream league sealed box soon so I can put in acrylic and keep it forever lol

[@stargazer2905]

How can I find specific cards with my favorite pokémon? Im very new to this and I mostly want roserade and grimmsnarl cards

[@puggy__4604]

i recently started collecting and i mainly collect mew, mewtwo, japanese versions of mewtwos, and i might start getting tag teams

[@magnificcenTCG]

To your first point i believe the anime says it all "Gotta catch em all!" so that's my mindset for the hobby : )

[@jroyero]

Just starting off. Enjoying it so far

[@testsieger...]

Interesting topic, definitely helpful for some Newcomers! :)

[@Fujibayashi85]

Thanks for the solid video Jake! I've been mostly trying to figure out what kind of sealed products would be best to acquire, so I really appreciate the advice there. I paid attention to the exclusive boxes in Japan, but I stupidly had never thought of looking at their boxes outside of those. Might have to snag a Shiny Star V now....

[@Fujibayashi85]

@@glass9437 Yeah I've been really wanting to own a box or two, just to showcase in my room and to hold onto. The Japanese boxes on top of it, well, as a part-time weeb, look far better than the English ones. That makes sense. Yeah I tend to forget how many good cards are in Shining Fates/Shiny Star V. Is there anywhere I can look up to see what sets are High Class, or is there an obvious way to tell? I wasn't aware that was a thing until you said it. This is what I get though for only really getting truly into Pokemon cards recently. Thanks for all the info!

[@Fujibayashi85]

@@glass9437 Wow, each pack!? That's pretty freaking good. October or November, cool. I'll be able to keep an eye out for the newer one coming later this year then too. I've been to Pokellector 30 times, and I never realized they had Japanese sets too. I can't believe I never noticed that. That helps a ton, and yeah you weren't kidding when you said they were huge sets. That's a ton of cards. Do you think the prices right now ($100-$120) are fair for a Shiny Star V box? Thanks again for all the help! I really appreciate it and I enjoy learning about this stuff.

[@Fujibayashi85]

​@@glass9437 Truthfully, I'm not really sure if I stated it here or not, but I'm more of interested in purchasing it and just holding onto it sealed for a while. I might get a couple and maybe open up one, very much a maybe though. I'd honestly have pretty little attachment to the cards as well, besides maybe some of the shinies. That's pretty solid though overall for a box, and yeah being able to get a V card every pack is really nice. I might get addicted to it though if I bought a couple. That also would add to the addiction, if I hit a god pack LOL That's honestly insane and pretty smart on their part to do that. Now you're making me want to order 60 of these. Oh, well that's very interesting. Yeah so since those cards aren't considered SR, there's a lot of chances of getting some nice stuff. That is a pretty huge plus for Shiny Star V too, like you said. I've definitely seen the big ordeal with Eevee recently, but yeah that's good they're reprinting it in this case. It was absurdly popular, from what little I could tell, and that's an understatement. I'll be on the lookout for that and the exclusive still too. Would love to get the Eevee exclusive box but uh, kind of can't spend $600+ right now.

[@AstroGameSquad]

I love the artwork on your wall, where did you get that Pikachu?!

Informative video. Thank you!

[@rom-dozer3999]

When I started collecting Japanese cards its was a total game changer! My Japanese promo card of Eevee in a Sylveon poncho is my favourite card in the collection :)

[@cupid5050]

What site do you use to buy the Japanese cards ?

[@rom-dozer3999]

@@cupid5050 Just ebay, not a special site or anything :)

[@jakurttila]

The fifth reason was the point you got me😊 some of my friends ask me many times that what would be the best product to start collecting right now. When I answer that you should buy the ones you like, the answer is always: "but what gives me the best profit??" 😂

[@zenoc7]

i will say i really appreciated this video it gave me even more lvoe fo rthis youa re awesome man

[@haileyp320]

I love how welcoming you are!

[@mr.stacker347]

My favorite is Blastoise! Love your advice. I'm going niche on Blastoise! Watch me "catch them all!!"

[@jeffjuenemann2248]

I’m pretty new to this hobby, been doing it for about a month and a half now and really enjoying it! I didn’t have an interest in Japanese cards at first but the more I collect the more I realize the untapped potential I’m missing out on! And a resident of the United States, is there any good way to buy reliable Japanese packs?

[@cayetanolopezvazquez5713]

Thank u so much incredible video 🙌🙌

[@shadowknight4738]

I used to collect when i was a kid, for nostalgia reasons i bought a few packs and pulled mega charizard ex and mewtew ex so decided to start collecting again lol

[@hqgaming8870]

Thank you so much for the insight 🙏

[@cody3986]

I’ve spent too much money on so many different Pokémon products... wish I didn’t. I’m slowly collecting every full art trainer card there is. Just completed all the XY full arts including promos! Next up Black and white.

[@ClaytonClays]

I made alot of mistakes especially buying from Dollarama but I learned much more after from buying in eBay and doing research with much patience.

[@Lauren-zz6py]

gosh the collect what you love and not what other people love really burned me in the beginning. i dont really care too much about charizard either but when i got back into collecting i immediately spent a bunch of money on charizards and ive just been slowly selling them to get stuff i actually want haha

[@Youtubefan567]

Good list. Personally I wish I knew more about how to spot fake cards when I started collecting and sites like tcg player and troll and toad as they can be cheaper than eBay sometimes.

[@frankmazariego5186]

I bought everything when I started collecting 6 months ago and I’m glad I did. $8000 later I have mostly everything I need and what makes me happy and now I focus my time in what I want and that’s Japanese Pokémon cards. As for English cards since I have what I like, I only collect elite trainer boxes

[@JohnnyVasquez8]

I did the same with Yugioh back in 2016. It’s a lot of money upfront but totally worth it!

[@rootbeer543]

I’m focusing on first editions and shadowless rn. Luckily I kept my Venusaur shadowless in great shape, and I actually got it out of a quarter machine as a kid, so I would say that’s my crown jewel.

[@ac151485]

Hey Man, hope you are well. Was wondering for some friendly advice on what you think of the Warner brother promo of pokemon cards for the first movie, do you think they would be a good pick up investment wise?

[@redloops4364]

I'm no one card collector nor an expert in one card. I collect cards to fill up the pokedex essentially. I get the card art that I really love and that the one gets the spot (ok i lied. Sometimes i have more than one card art of a pokemon. One is usually nostalgia and the others are just pretty)

[@zenoc7]

i am working on getting back into collecting i have my old pikachu book cards a shining charizard and an original charizard with shadow

[@luemha6146]

Really liked your last point. ☺