POKEMON WHAT IF WEDNESDAY! Weekly Investing & Collecting Q&A!

[@Bvillsown]

WOW!!! COLLECTR is all I've ever used and they are the best!!!! Congratulations 🎉🔥

[@SilverSoulZ58]

I’ve had them for at least 3 years and I’ve never looked at another app! They are great

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Thank you!

[@cholax5063]

The fact that someone commented they would rather support big box stores over lgs is the hottest take I’ve heard this week.

[@SnorPacks151]

Collectr is great

[@MisterSam28]

High class sets are $36 msrp boxes. So depending on when you bought they outpace English products. Vstar universe is $72 but if you bought at msrp it’s already double while cz just went to 20%.

[@cwright1407]

Small soldiers!! What a memory!!

[@Skrxpt]

Best pokemon review channel right now on youtube❤

[@jamespugliese1543]

100%

[@dustinnwallander6223]

💯

[@PokeBeardTCG]

That seriously means a ton!

[@Skrxpt]

@PokeBeardTCG no problem, do you think in 10 years or so a black label becketts umbreon from evolving skies will be worth over 100,000?

[@Samurai_Lad]

Yo son! Nice beard, quick Q: what’s the best way to be “in the know” when it comes to new sets being dropped or available for preorder?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@Sherrod79]

151 is always fun to open. That dragonair is beautiful! Great content as always. THANKS MATT!

[@supermiguelYT]

Crazy there was 151 booster bundles live at the Pokemon center for 5 minutes today lol 😂

[@melissavangassen6017]

Repeat Question: Love your channel! 😊 My question is about sealed promos. Do you leave the promos in the plastic wrapper they came in, or do you rip the wrapper and put them in a penny sleeve instead? My husband and I opened a lot of 151 UPCs and ETBs and have a ton of promos still in the original wrapper. We have been storing them in a binder. Thanks!😊

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you!

[@joerotar2613]

Thanks for answering my question PB! Greatly appreciate you.

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I appreciate you!

[@SomesvillainAJ]

Thank you for answering another question for me! I’m definitely a collector more than an investor, so I’d rather have those cards for a great price, especially since I’m planning on keeping the them. I appreciate you and all you do for the community!

[@ArchMageYamiPauly]

Hey Beard, Love the content as always. I have a hypothetical question for you today. If pokemon approached you to come up with a set for an upcoming tcg release what would you base it around and what would you want to see as the SAR/ARs? Personally I think we will see a time jump soon with ASH as a professor so I think a Johto themed set in the future would be incredible. SAR professor Ash SAR Typhlosion/Meganium Whitneys Miltank AR would just love to hear you play around with this idea like I do in my car at work 😅

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@crzy4racing]

I feel like you are the most trustworthy person for Pokémon. THANK YOU

[@PokeBeardTCG]

That means a ton!

[@Towwny]

Repeat Question, I have a sealed case of Surging PC ETB's... Only problem is, the sticker on the side, where the product's name is on, is gone becuase how how the Center ships... Now, If I keep this case as investment, wouldn't that give me problems later on to sell the case without any info on the case? Or would you open them, and keep them seperatly then? Thanks! Love the Content!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you

[@DeadCloud03]

Thank you for waking up so early to give us your beautiful point of view and advice

[@XShadowfoxxmoonX]

Thank you for answering my question! I'll definitely check out those sets to try and collect with my kid.

[@bluebanisters2889]

Your videos are so calming and part of my daily routine. Thank you!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Thank you

[@aussboss1]

Hello! I’m big into collecting Japanese Piakchu promo cards (in PSA 10’s). Do you know of any sleeper ones that you’d recommend picking up. Just picked up the Luigi half art pikcahu myself! Thanks

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@machine_man1897]

Question: When i get certain promos (especially cards in etbs) that come in the plastic wrapper, and im looking to resell. Is it better to sell it with the plastic wrapper still in place? Or take it out if the wrapper? Sometimes the wrapper feels kind of janky around the card, but i know objects in their original packaging can be worth more. Thanks

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@MattMills-g2d]

Not sure how you feel about Shrouded Fable…. As we can see, everyone else thinks the set is no so good from how cheap it is. But I enjoy the artwork, and there are several decent TCG playable cards in the set. Any thoughts on if now is the time to invest since it’s so cheap before the “print run” ends?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@mikeTCGtrader]

Awesome video! 👏

[@ibaitalot4287]

collectr is KING awesome sponsor, and small soldier movie is an all time fav

[@PokeBeardTCG]

You have great taste

[@slayerzerg]

just sold gengar on ebay over $900 should've waited but i didn't think it would sell in 12 hours of listing. it's going up fast and people are buying it for whatever. it's going to be a $1200 by christmas

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Yep

[@jacobmiller6316]

Hey Pokebeard! A few weeks into this journey of pokemon investing and collecting, love the content and advice you share! As somebody who has limited knowledge about this market, its refreshing to find somebody who isnt trying to clickbait and gives logical advice! My question: When it comes to buying singles, what are some tips and tricks you would give somebody whose only knowledge of singles is based off your videos? Im a bulk shopper in general but I've found it hard to find bulk sellers on Ebay (of the same card) I hope my question makes sense!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@Noblecreature]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts!

[@yaboidaryl1]

I got 5 battle styles packs last night and got gold octillery, tyranitar v (97), victini v max and single strike style MUSTARD!!! Battle styles is slept on

[@dirtsquids9854]

Yes Because you got lucky with 5 packs battle styles is a sleeper

[@samersalama6275]

I have a few LGSs near me but I only buy from one. The one near me I play at and they always have amazing prices vs other other LGS that sell over market.

[@G4L_Trixster]

Repeat question: I have recently started a KZbin channel opening packs for my collection ( i have pack cracking issues and no i will not be doing rip and ships) however im having a difficult time with editing and was wondering if you had any tips thank you again for the wonderful content

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you

[@IneptCardCollector]

Urshifu alt art is peak!

[@J_gaming2005]

Thanks for answering my question! definetly best KZbinr out there

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Thank you!

[@fl0reo]

Might be something interesting as it's under the radar! 👀🔥 The S-Chinese Lottery Gengar Vmax S-P-211 Promo Almost no data out there but it's limited to 2000 copies and quiet exclusive! Got a copy for $400 ish. Any thoughts on the future price development?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@wrsaez]

Great content as always!

[@victorcai7213]

Hi Beard, Enjoying your content! I have a question: I have a master set of Pokemon 151. It has almost doubled in value in the last couple of month due to the 151 craze. However, since a new reprint is coming (although New Zealand hasn't been confirmed to get the Blooming Waters Collection Box yet), single prices are likely to fall. Do you think I should sell my set for a profit now and build a new master set with the lower single prices?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@Wargasm509]

Repeat question "****POKE BEARD***** I am a pretty big Scarlet & Violet 151 Collector/investor. My question is, I have quite a bit of 151 sealed products (bundles, poster boxes, etc...), I'm looking at price per pack value, and future ease of shipping. Poster collection boxes and booster bundles broken down into packs are a minor loss if anything. I want to put the sealed booster packs in a nice acrylic case. Do you think it's a smart move if I break those products down? Space is almost becoming a little limited. (I wont break down alakazam boxes, sealed booster bundle displays, due to their PPP being a big loss if I break those down)."

[@dustinnwallander6223]

My 2cents is keep sealed unless opening for your personal collection

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you

[@Pokeaaronz]

Hello Mr Beard. I have arrived again to hopefully make you laugh your beard off 😂🎉 So quick question, are you and DaTruthDT [dokkan battle youtuber] secretly brothers? Can you do the opening for the next what if Wednesday as one of his video openings? Alllllriggggght guys we are back!!! 😂😂😂 Well if you arent blood and only beard brothers do you have siblings? I think you mentioned sharing a storage unit with someone. Have a great day 🎉

[@PokeBeardTCG]

😂 we sound nothing alike

[@Pokeaaronz]

@PokeBeardTCG do it 😂

[@JPbreakstcg]

Hey Beard, REPEAT QUESTION Bought a Pretty beat up Legendary Collection reverse holo squirtle for $40 my Question to you is, should I keep it raw and try to resell it or should I send it to psa and hope for a PSA 1 so I can resell it to PSA1 colletors? The thing is that I now myself and if I grade it I'll probably keep it. I made a Short on my channel in case you want to see the condition yourself

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you

[@miguelguzman8657]

Question . Do you think prismatic english when released will be above msrp? Me and my kids are trying to buy sell trade pokemon for hobby and profit .

[@AntonioLaPlaca]

Yes, I would get what you can at the stores. Just don't buy more than you can afford. I would recommend against using this as a vehicle for a quick flip.

[@miguelguzman8657]

@ thanks. Me and my kids do this as a hobby and was wondering if the cases i have preordered were worth it or not . I was told this set was going to be crazy so i dont want to miss out.

[@davidleedom2683]

To be fair to LGS's, if online scalpers are selling at 150 an etb, and the LGS charges 60, scalpers will be the ones buying the majority. Then they have more product and can charge 200 an etb and the LGS goes out of business. Easy to hate on the stores because they're public facing but they are not the villains

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Yep

[@tinav7117]

Can people who has collector participate

[@lanevo5699]

Just Subbed to support a fellow Minnesotan! Great vid with great info!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I appreciate that!

[@LocknShift]

Woooo !! Great start to the day !

[@Pancakes476]

I want the umbreon ex from terastal festival, but I can’t justify paying $300 for a single card right now. But I’m afraid if I wait it’ll shoot up instead of down. Should I bite the bullet and buy it now? Or wait a couple of weeks and see how it plays out

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@beachside_Reptiles]

My local card shop is selling battle style ETB’s for $20 a pop and I bought seven of them unfortunately, I opened all of them which I regret

[@PokeBeardTCG]

😂

[@ObserverDriftMusic]

What do you think going in on GX rainbow rares? I’ve been patiently waiting to pick up a psa 10 charizard and the Mewtwo & Mew GX

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@ObserverDriftMusic]

@ I’d also include certain vmax rainbows like champs path which was impossible to pull and had no significant reprints. These cards are my focus since no one seems to be buying them up at the moment

[@krashoutkai]

i look forward to ur videos every morning

[@JacobEvesYoutube]

Question: I use collectr alot but the price of the psa 10 obsidian flames pokemon stamped charmander is much higher on the app, if I were to sell it would I use the collectr price,price charting or ebay recent sales?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@tianpan8710]

Repeat Question: Should I trade/sell my (2) evolving skies booster boxes (either one or two) + cash on top for a PSA10 Moonbreon? Given, it might be better to just wait a little since the card is so hot rn, but what are the thoughts behind sealed evolving skies vs. the top hit?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you

[@dudex765]

Hey PokeBeard, I just got into pokemon cards in June of this year, since then I’ve been collecting a lot. Currently I’m working on my second 151 master set. My question is, Do you see master sets being a valuable long term investment?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@Ned-bw5tt]

Do you think Pokemon will continue with the pokeball/masterball reverse Holos? How will the Prismatic Evolutions RH's affect sv2a?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@PokéGeeksTrading]

Do you think the new moonbreon is a great pickup ( in English ), at a price of 1,000, in a psa 10 when it comes out?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@PokéGeeksTrading]

@PokeBeardTCG can't wait. Just a thought. I know it'll be pricey

[@PokeBeardTCG]

​@@PokéGeeksTradingmight use this for the thumbnail

[@naelmumtaz6494]

Hey Pokebeard, thanks for answering my question last week I really appreciate it ! And absolutely love the content. I wanted to know if you had the chance to buy any of the sword and shield booster boxes out of Astral radiance, silver tempest and brilliant stars, what would you choose ? Or if you could buy 2 of the three which would you pick up ?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@zzisco69]

Favorite pokemon KZbin video of the week!!! What items would you recommend NOT selling right now?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@TaylorIX-gs2zq]

Lets goo 🎉

[@jordanvass4100]

Repeat Question: The hype for upcoming sets is really making online pre orders difficult. For a set such as Prismatic Evolutions, do you have any advice for people looking to get products in big box retailers on release day? Do you recommend waiting at the store until open on the day of at a place like Target? Do certain places stock their pokemon before open on release? or maybe some throughout the day? I know Prismatic will stagger their releases with ETBs, Booster Bundles, UPCs, etc. and I would like to grab a couple of each when they release in-store. Thanks as always!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you

[@PokesaucePulls]

Another awesome video!

[@Cris-ld8zs]

Pulled the Lugia v alt art a while back. Do you recommend getting it graded now or keeping it raw?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Grade

[@bengreene1621]

Hi beard, if you could only invest 3 sets from Sword and Shield, and Scarlet and Violet, what would they be?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@G4L_Trixster]

Bro small soldiers was the best movie lets go!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

🎉

[@rants_n_rips]

I really enjoy your content! I recently got a full art set of Jungle Unlimited and found out these are No-Symbol Holo Error packs. I plan on holding onto them for now, but do you know if they’re a sought after by collectors or what their market value is? I am not well versed in error product at all...Thanks again for all the great content, I really appreciate everything you do!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@atreusriannon7627]

Hi beard, just want to let you know Marill IR and Maushold IR from paldea evolved are increasing 📈☝

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Thank you

[@1luckyviewer]

What if you needed to sell your entire collection? Mostly sealed and ungraded cards, valued more than $10K. What's the best way to go about selling it? Piece by piece or the collection as a whole? And what would be the best method? Thanks for all the help in these videos!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@erica1898]

Great info as always! 👍

[@meteor4565]

Been wanting the gengar vmax SIR but the price has been increasing so much recently do you think that it will go down at all or should I buy?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@allenwheeler5937]

Good morning beard! Thank you for all the sweet content. My question is how long would you wait after release to buy the new Umbreon after it's released. Should I scoop it up quickly or wait? The pikachu and greninja took off and haven't come back down to earth. Do you think the same thing will happen with the Umbreon? Thank you!

[@jonathanmorgan9417]

Love the channel! ❤

[@jy13249]

Repeat question: Are master sets worth selling? I enjoy pulling packs and then buying singles to complete the set but I’m unsure if the market for master sets is big/profitable. Right now I’m going after paradox rift, crown zenith, and 151. I was planning on flipping rift and zenith, holding onto 151 for personal collection, and then flipping other S&V sets as well in the meantime. Thanks again!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you

[@AnToeKnee43]

Hey @PokeBeard, love you videos! Are you going to the next card show at the heritage center in January?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@GardenStateSnooze]

Edited since my original question was answered. Hey beard absolutely love your videos. How do you feel about shrouded fable I know it's not the most popular set but it does appear to be selling out rather quickly. Would investing in a booster bundle case be a decent investment?

[@seb2142]

Hey Beard! I've been buying PC ETBs from Scarlet and Violet knowing that the stamped promos will add a tone of value to them. Some of the promos going for crazy money in PSA 10 right now, mainly charmander from OF and Pikachu from PE. Do you think is a good idea to open one of each and send out promos for grading? Or just hold on to the sealed product as they are doing great anyway? Thanks for the content!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@sheldonparsons7914]

Big sponsor nice

[@Malone2michael]

Love the content bro from uk! I’m a sealed collector but with prismatic evolutions I’ve got a big allocation secured so I’m in two minds whether to master the set or keep it sealed. Starting to get itchy to rip again.

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@alberturban5123]

Good morning Beard So I do got a question I have 19 mini booster boxes of 151 sealed one of them is a sealed case nine of them are loose also four Alakazam boxes should I hold or unload them to invest on something else? I’ve had them for a while now and have not opened them actually bought them to open but put them in the closet. And life pass time thank you for your answer. Funny thing I’ve never opened English 151 because they’re sitting in their sealed.😂

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@alberturban5123]

@ cool 😎

[@theveggiebeast]

Hello Beard. I found some Booster boxes of Surging Sparks in a store for $215 per box. Is it worth the investment to get it now? I heard there was a reprint coming out soon, so I don't know. Thanks for your time.

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@ethanyu2411]

Is the Paldea Adventure Chest a good investment? I found a couple at target today and picked them up for $20 each

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@brianzoo8941]

Thanks for answering my question Poke Beard, will take your advice into account for my Espeon.

[@Mountain_Peak_TCG]

Appreciate these❤

[@chamorroboy671ilg23]

Hey Beard love your content I watch more like listen to your videos on my way into work. I do have a couple questions #1- Do you think Twilight Masquerade sleeved boosters are a good hold I do have a good amount of them or should I rip them? #2- Do you think the Charizard EX Super-Premium Collection box will take off or is it a wash . I would love your input, keep up the great work and thank you.

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@eve_collects]

Hey PokeBeard! Love the content and have been really appreciating the advice you give. For What if Wednesday: everyone talks poorly about Shrouded Fable but it actually has some solid IR's and cards for the game. Seeing as though it's so widely available and for a good price, do you think getting the Pokemon Center ETB and other sealed product is a solid move for the future? Do you think down the line, interest will shift and it will become sought after?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@misho4445]

Hey Beard, I been back into collecting for about a year and been seeing a couple common trends (in my opinion) in the market. One I think is the gradual increases and spikes recently in promos for example with the Mew UPC Promos, Charizard UPC Promos, Zapdos Moltres Articuno Hidden Fates Promo, Charmander ETB Promo, Snorlax ETB Promo, all PC ETB Promos, most of the WOTC promos…the list goes on. This may because literally 80-85% of the market (cause it’s near the holidays?) is going up right now but I wouldn’t be surprised. My main point is I see some of the promos starting to dip (mainly PC) but do you think some of the cards will grow more than they already have or since everything is rising the market will soon crash?

[@philpalmisano6564]

Always appreciate the content. It’s to the point and not based around straight hype. Thoughts on staff stamped promos? During the peak pandemic they skyrocketed in price. Do you see these as viable long term holds? Thanks beard!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@timmyb2239]

Hey beard love the content. I have just goten back into collecting after a few years and have decided on the Paldean fates master set( I love shiny pokemon and this set is perfect imo) I’ve ran into a road block with the pricing of the bubble mew and with etbs rising in price I’ve given up hope on geting it from a pack so should buying the bubble mew be a priority or do you think the price will drop in the next 6 months

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@michaelromero1546]

Hey! Just curious what kind of glasses are those? I’m looking for a pair now and those look awesome.

[@PokeBeardTCG]

@@michaelromero1546 not sure exact pair but they're nikes

[@bradspeckman813]

No updates on shipping yet

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Sounds good. Can't wait

[@bradspeckman813]

Same! Can i ask what your current most valuable card is? I have that gengar psa 10 ​@@PokeBeardTCG

[@PokeBeardTCG]

​@bradspeckman813 I have a lot of vintage so probably 1st ed lugia in a 10

[@bradspeckman813]

@PokeBeardTCG Sweet! Even tho I can't find any comps XD hopefully a nice chunk of change.

[@PokeBeardTCG]

​@@bradspeckman81350

[@rmgaminghq7670]

Repeat question is it too late to invest in lost origin

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you

[@dirtdigller9350]

Got hooked on for sure

[@PokeJoxx]

Love the content it has gotten me in the right direction. I'm curious what you think about terastral festival. Should I buy now or should I wait for the market to level off?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@BLTCollectibles]

What’s up brother WHOOP WHOOP

[@Moogeeto]

(Repeat Question) Would really love to know your thoughts on the future of the Japanese masterballs from 151. With the new release of masterballs in Prismatic, I’m hoping these Japanese 151’s shoot to the moon. I think they are super unique and love the new look from Prismatic even more than the originals in 151. I’m curious to know if you recommend holding for the longterm and where you see them going. Thanks for the continual great content, you’re my fav to watch on my way to work.

[@themingler441]

I have hella Masterballs too, but 151 JPN Boxes still aren't crazy expensive and they're supposed to be printing more. I got mine graded and I'm gonna be holding

[@Moogeeto]

@@themingler441 dang, glad to hear. I'm right there with you. I have about 15 master balls in a PSA 10. I'm holding for now too

[@IneptCardCollector]

I think long term they're going to do extremely well. I've bought a lot of certain ones raw and graded.

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I got you

[@Konohameha]

Question for members, are there any plans for member specific perks in 2025? Maybe like a monthly members only live Q&A or something similar on discord?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I'm working on some stuff

[@charlesgatrelle7202]

I’m sorry, it’s me. I bought both. I’m the $80 TF TCG buyer lol

[@AVnoswag]

Helloooo Pokebeard, what do you think the potential of the PSA 10 Lugia v alt art and Rayquaza vmax alt could be? Appreciate the vid!

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@Projects1.1]

Where do you go to buy your singles in bulk?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@snedzy1506]

Thanks legend. Appreciate the answer 👍

[@McDibbz]

Big fan of yours; I have been following you for the past year; upper echelon content and advice. Fellow Minnesotan as well! I really love the zapdos ex from 151; and I know you love it as well. How much could you see a psa 10 get up to a year or more down the road?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@pokemoncardsam7036]

Daaaang 17 collections 😮

[@TimBCampbell2]

Pokemon would be crazy NOT to reprint Surging Sparks IMO

[@jessemartinez367]

Hey pokebeard! I just got my Greninja Special illustration rare from TWM back from GameStop in a PSA 10. Question: should I sell it and buy a clean copy and use the extra for a couple boxes for investment? Or is this card going to appreciate in value enough to hold it?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@jensentsuruda8002]

What’s your 10 year plan for your Pokémon Investments?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

Great question. This might be in tomorrow's video!

[@brethernandez-o1u]

love your vids!!! was curious if anyone has seen some prices on a psa 10 okidogi SIR from shourded fable?

[@PokeBeardTCG]

I'll check it out