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The Most Expensive New Pokemon Cards (2024)
The Most Expensive New Pokemon Cards (2024)
15 Most Expensive Cards in Surging Sparks
15 Most Expensive Cards in Surging Sparks
How to Upgrade the Charizard ex League Battle Deck
How to Upgrade the Charizard ex League Battle Deck
The 10 Best Pokemon TCG Decks (November 2024)
The 10 Best Pokemon TCG Decks (November 2024)
Pokemon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions Preview
Pokemon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions Preview
Ceruledge ex Deck List and Guide
Ceruledge ex Deck List and Guide
Surging Sparks Battle Pass Decks Strategy and Upgrade Guide
Surging Sparks Battle Pass Decks Strategy and Upgrade Guide
Hydreigon ex Deck List and Guide
Hydreigon ex Deck List and Guide
Archaludon ex Deck List and Guide
Archaludon ex Deck List and Guide
Pokemon TCG Pocket: Genetic Apex Chase Cards
Pokemon TCG Pocket: Genetic Apex Chase Cards
Pikachu ex Special Illustration Rare Sells for $300 Online
Pikachu ex Special Illustration Rare Sells for $300 Online
Pokemon TCG: Surging Sparks Card List and Spoilers in English
Pokemon TCG: Surging Sparks Card List and Spoilers in English
Surging Sparks Booster Box Early Opening and Review
Surging Sparks Booster Box Early Opening and Review
19 Best Pokemon Packs to Buy in 2024, Ranked
19 Best Pokemon Packs to Buy in 2024, Ranked
Stellar Tera Pikachu ex Deck List and Guide
Stellar Tera Pikachu ex Deck List and Guide
Pokemon TCG: Surging Sparks Prerelease Promos & Decks
Pokemon TCG: Surging Sparks Prerelease Promos & Decks
Lisia’s Appeal and Pikachu ex Revealed from Surging Sparks
Lisia’s Appeal and Pikachu ex Revealed from Surging Sparks
Greninja vs Terapagos ex Ultra Premium Collections – Which is Best?
Greninja vs Terapagos ex Ultra Premium Collections – Which is Best?
Surging Sparks Latios and Latias Secret Rare Cards Revealed
Surging Sparks Latios and Latias Secret Rare Cards Revealed
Charizard ex Super Premium Collection Review
Charizard ex Super Premium Collection Review
1st Place Raging Bolt ex Deck List and Guide
1st Place Raging Bolt ex Deck List and Guide
Pokemon TCG: Surging Sparks Release Date and Preview
Pokemon TCG: Surging Sparks Release Date and Preview
Pokemon TCG Pocket Overview: Release Date and Cards
Pokemon TCG Pocket Overview: Release Date and Cards
The Best Pokémon Movies, Ranked
The Best Pokémon Movies, Ranked
Pokemon TCG Rogue Decks – Anti-Meta (2024)
Pokemon TCG Rogue Decks – Anti-Meta (2024)
Terapagos ex Deck List and Guide
Terapagos ex Deck List and Guide
Best Charizard ex Deck List and Guide (2024)
Best Charizard ex Deck List and Guide (2024)
Pokemon TCG: Stellar Crown Most Expensive Cards
Pokemon TCG: Stellar Crown Most Expensive Cards
Hydrapple ex Deck List and Guide
Hydrapple ex Deck List and Guide
Pokemon TCG: Stellar Crown Pull Rates – Are They Good?
Pokemon TCG: Stellar Crown Pull Rates – Are They Good?

Top Pokemon TCG Resources

Whether you are a recent collecter, or want to learn how to play competatively, these articles will help you get started in the exciting world of the Pokemon Trading Card Game!

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The 10 Best Pokemon TCG Decks (November 2024)
The 10 Best Pokemon TCG Decks (November 2024)
19 Best Pokemon Packs to Buy in 2024, Ranked
19 Best Pokemon Packs to Buy in 2024, Ranked
Pokemon TCG: Twilight Masquerade Release Date & Guide
Pokemon TCG: Twilight Masquerade Release Date & Guide
Meta Changing Decks and Cards in Twilight Masquerade
Meta Changing Decks and Cards in Twilight Masquerade
The 15 Most Valuable Pokemon Cards Right Now – 2024
The 15 Most Valuable Pokemon Cards Right Now – 2024
Pokemon Temporal Forces Release Date, Cards, Products
Pokemon Temporal Forces Release Date, Cards, Products
How to Build a Pokemon TCG Deck in 2024 – The Complete Guide
How to Build a Pokemon TCG Deck in 2024 – The Complete Guide
Meta Changing Cards in Temporal Forces
Meta Changing Cards in Temporal Forces
Pokemon Prerelease Tournaments – Tips and Tricks
Pokemon Prerelease Tournaments – Tips and Tricks
The 12 Strongest Pokemon Cards Right Now
The 12 Strongest Pokemon Cards Right Now
What are ACE SPEC Pokemon Cards?
What are ACE SPEC Pokemon Cards?
Pokemon TCG 2024 Rotation Strategy Guide
Pokemon TCG 2024 Rotation Strategy Guide
Ultimate Pokemon TCG Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Ultimate Pokemon TCG Holiday Gift Guide 2023
Meta Changing Cards from Paradox Rift, Explained
Meta Changing Cards from Paradox Rift, Explained
The Best Places to Buy Pokemon Cards in Store and Online, Ranked
The Best Places to Buy Pokemon Cards in Store and Online, Ranked
Scarlet & Violet – 151 Guide | Product Release Dates & Rare Cards
Scarlet & Violet – 151 Guide | Product Release Dates & Rare Cards
Pokemon Card Condition Guide – 2023
Pokemon Card Condition Guide – 2023
How to Sell Pokemon Cards in 2023 – Guide
How to Sell Pokemon Cards in 2023 – Guide

Interested in learning how to sell Pokemon Cards? Here’s everything you need to know.

Popular Pokemon TCG Standard Deck Lists

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The 10 Best Pokemon TCG Decks (November 2024)
The 10 Best Pokemon TCG Decks (November 2024)
Ceruledge ex Deck List and Guide
Ceruledge ex Deck List and Guide
Surging Sparks Battle Pass Decks Strategy and Upgrade Guide
Surging Sparks Battle Pass Decks Strategy and Upgrade Guide
Hydreigon ex Deck List and Guide
Hydreigon ex Deck List and Guide
Archaludon ex Deck List and Guide
Archaludon ex Deck List and Guide
Stellar Tera Pikachu ex Deck List and Guide
Stellar Tera Pikachu ex Deck List and Guide
1st Place Raging Bolt ex Deck List and Guide
1st Place Raging Bolt ex Deck List and Guide
Terapagos ex Deck List and Guide
Terapagos ex Deck List and Guide
Best Charizard ex Deck List and Guide (2024)
Best Charizard ex Deck List and Guide (2024)
Hydrapple ex Deck List and Guide
Hydrapple ex Deck List and Guide
Stellar Crown Battle Pass Deck Upgrade Guide: Galvantula ex
Stellar Crown Battle Pass Deck Upgrade Guide: Galvantula ex
Dragapult ex Deck List and Guide – Stellar Crown
Dragapult ex Deck List and Guide – Stellar Crown
Terapagos ex Battle Pass Deck Strategy & Upgrade Guide
Terapagos ex Battle Pass Deck Strategy & Upgrade Guide
Festival Grounds Deck List and Guide
Festival Grounds Deck List and Guide
Ancient Box Deck List and Strategy Guide
Ancient Box Deck List and Strategy Guide
Palkia VSTAR/Terapagos ex Deck Guide – Stellar Crown
Palkia VSTAR/Terapagos ex Deck Guide – Stellar Crown
Miraidon ex Deck List and Strategy (3rd at Worlds 2024)
Miraidon ex Deck List and Strategy (3rd at Worlds 2024)
Chien-Pao ex Deck List and Guide (Worlds Top 16)
Chien-Pao ex Deck List and Guide (Worlds Top 16)

Pokemon TCG Product Reviews and Guides

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How to Upgrade the Charizard ex League Battle Deck
How to Upgrade the Charizard ex League Battle Deck
Surging Sparks Booster Box Early Opening and Review
Surging Sparks Booster Box Early Opening and Review
Greninja vs Terapagos ex Ultra Premium Collections – Which is Best?
Greninja vs Terapagos ex Ultra Premium Collections – Which is Best?
Charizard ex Super Premium Collection Review
Charizard ex Super Premium Collection Review
The Best Pokemon Battle Decks to Buy, Ranked
The Best Pokemon Battle Decks to Buy, Ranked
Pokemon TCG Advent Calendar 2024 Review – Is It Worth It?
Pokemon TCG Advent Calendar 2024 Review – Is It Worth It?
Shrouded Fable ETB: is it Worth the Wait?
Shrouded Fable ETB: is it Worth the Wait?
Paldean Fates Premium Collection – is it Worth It?
Paldean Fates Premium Collection – is it Worth It?
Paldean Fates Elite Trainer Box: is it Worth it?
Paldean Fates Elite Trainer Box: is it Worth it?
Roaring Moon ex Box Review – Is it Worth It?
Roaring Moon ex Box Review – Is it Worth It?
Paradox Rift Elite Trainer Box is Here – Should You Buy It?
Paradox Rift Elite Trainer Box is Here – Should You Buy It?
Pokemon SV04 Paradox Rift Guide | Product Release Dates
Pokemon SV04 Paradox Rift Guide | Product Release Dates
Paradox Rift Booster Box Review and Pulls
Paradox Rift Booster Box Review and Pulls
Paradox Rift Build and Battle Box and Prerelease Guide
Paradox Rift Build and Battle Box and Prerelease Guide
Charizard ex Premium Collection – is it Worth it?
Charizard ex Premium Collection – is it Worth it?
Trick or Trade Booster Bundle 2023 – Buy it or Skip it?
Trick or Trade Booster Bundle 2023 – Buy it or Skip it?
Pokemon 151 Ultra Premium Collection – is it Worth It?
Pokemon 151 Ultra Premium Collection – is it Worth It?

The Pokemon 151 Ultra Premium Collection is a masterclass in delivery, showing itself and collectors the respect they deserve thanks to impeccable presentation, high quality products, and a Mew Gold Metal Card that shows just how beautiful a trading card can be when it is set in metal.

Pokemon Advent Calendar 2023 – is it Worth the Price?
Pokemon Advent Calendar 2023 – is it Worth the Price?

“The Pokemon advent calendar delivers the same holiday fun as last year at a good value that might appeal more to die-hard Pokemon fans than hardened collectors.”

Pokemon 151 Elite Trainer Box Review
Pokemon 151 Elite Trainer Box Review

“Pokemon Scarlet and Voilet 151 Elite Trainer Box comes with beautiful packaging, the chance to pull gorgeous illustration rares from the original 151 Pokemon while delivering good value, but doesn’t quite pack the kind of nostalgic punch we had hoped for.”

Is Crown Zenith Unown V & Lugia V Special Collection Worth It?
Is Crown Zenith Unown V & Lugia V Special Collection Worth It?

Resources for Pokemon Card Collectors

Excited about bagging your next rare card? These resources help you understand trends in the Pokemon TCG market, and give helpful info on the Pokemon hottest cards you should be watching.

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The Most Expensive New Pokemon Cards (2024)
The Most Expensive New Pokemon Cards (2024)
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15 Most Expensive Cards in Surging Sparks
15 Most Expensive Cards in Surging Sparks
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Pokemon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions Preview
Pokemon TCG: Prismatic Evolutions Preview
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Pikachu ex Special Illustration Rare Sells for $300 Online
Pikachu ex Special Illustration Rare Sells for $300 Online
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Pokemon TCG: Surging Sparks Release Date and Preview
Pokemon TCG: Surging Sparks Release Date and Preview
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Pokemon TCG: Stellar Crown Most Expensive Cards
Pokemon TCG: Stellar Crown Most Expensive Cards
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Pokemon TCG: Stellar Crown Pull Rates – Are They Good?
Pokemon TCG: Stellar Crown Pull Rates – Are They Good?
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Pokemon TCG: Stellar Crown Card List and Spoilers in English
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Pokémon TCG: Stellar Crown Review and Buying Guide
Pokémon TCG: Stellar Crown Review and Buying Guide
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Shrouded Fable ETB: is it Worth the Wait?
Shrouded Fable ETB: is it Worth the Wait?
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Pokemon TCG: Shrouded Fable Most Expensive Cards
Pokemon TCG: Shrouded Fable Most Expensive Cards
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Pokemon TCG: Prize Pack Series Five Chase Cards and List
Pokemon TCG: Prize Pack Series Five Chase Cards and List
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Pokemon TCG: Shrouded Fable Card List and Spoilers in English
Pokemon TCG: Shrouded Fable Card List and Spoilers in English
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Pokemon: Shrouded Fable Release Date, Product Guide
Pokemon: Shrouded Fable Release Date, Product Guide
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11 Most Expensive Evolving Skies Pokemon Cards
11 Most Expensive Evolving Skies Pokemon Cards
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The 15 Most Expensive Twilight Masquerade Chase Cards
The 15 Most Expensive Twilight Masquerade Chase Cards
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Twilight Masquerade Card List and Spoilers in English
Twilight Masquerade Card List and Spoilers in English
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The 10 Most Expensive Temporal Forces Chase Cards
The 10 Most Expensive Temporal Forces Chase Cards
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The 12 Most Expensive Paldean Fates Chase Cards
The 12 Most Expensive Paldean Fates Chase Cards
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Pokemon TCG: Twilight Masquerade Release Date & Guide
Pokemon TCG: Twilight Masquerade Release Date & Guide
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The 15 Most Valuable Pokemon Cards Right Now – 2024
The 15 Most Valuable Pokemon Cards Right Now – 2024
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Umbreon VMAX Alt Art – How Much is it Worth?
Umbreon VMAX Alt Art – How Much is it Worth?
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Temporal Forces Pull Rates Revealed
Temporal Forces Pull Rates Revealed
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Pokemon Temporal Forces Release Date, Cards, Products
Pokemon Temporal Forces Release Date, Cards, Products
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Temporal Forces Card List and Spoilers in English
Temporal Forces Card List and Spoilers in English
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What the Van Gogh Pikachu Craze is Really About
What the Van Gogh Pikachu Craze is Really About
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The 15 Most Valuable Pokemon 151 Chase Cards
The 15 Most Valuable Pokemon 151 Chase Cards
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Pokemon Paldean Fates Guide– Release Date, Products & Rare Cards
Pokemon Paldean Fates Guide– Release Date, Products & Rare Cards
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Paldean Fates Pull Rates: Will You Get that Shiny Rare?
Paldean Fates Pull Rates: Will You Get that Shiny Rare?
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Paldean Fates Card List and Review
Paldean Fates Card List and Review
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