Pokémon TCG guides & notes
Pokémon TCG guides: ETB and booster boxes, pull rates and expected hits by set, chase cards and SIR odds, Amazon sealed picks and spend planning. Short articles refreshed as the catalog and expansions change.
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Set guide9 minEverything about Chaos Ascendant ME04: complete Mega Evolution Pokémon TCG set guide
On May 22, 2026, a new expansion joins the Pokémon TCG: Mega Evolution — Chaos Ascendant (ME04) lineup. And the pace is relentless—five major expansions in barely eight months is a lot for any wallet!
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Pull Rates5 minBlack Bolt pull rates: are packs worth it in 2026?
Black Bolt is a recent, highly sought-after set. Here's how to interpret its pull rates and which purchase formats to prioritize.
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Pull Rates5 minShrouded Fable pull rates: ETB expectations
Shrouded Fable remains an excellent set for collecting. Its ETB is the most logical option to get a representative sample of the set.
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Pull Rates6 minMega Evolution pull rates: real probabilities explained
Mega Evolution is one of the most-opened sets right now. Here's how to correctly read its pull rates and avoid common misconceptions.
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Set guide8 minPhantasmal Flames ME02: full set guide and best cards
Phantasmal Flames (ME02) is the second expansion in the Mega Evolution series, released in November 2025 in France. Spotlighting Fire, Dark and Ghost Pokémon, it contains 130 cards including 36 secret rares. Mega Charizard X-ex, Mega Gengar-ex, Mega Heracross-ex: this set packs some of the series' most sought-after cards.
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Set guide9 minPokémon Scarlet & Violet TCG: sets and boxes guide (2026)
The Pokémon Scarlet & Violet series launched in early 2023 and now includes more than ten expansions in 2026. It introduced ex cards (replacing V), Illustration Rare (IR), Special Illustration Rare (SIR) and ACE SPEC cards. It's today's reference format for play and collecting — here's your complete guide.
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Set guide7 minPokémon Sun & Moon TCG: best sets and cards
Complete Sun & Moon Pokémon TCG guide: best sets, priciest GX cards, pull rates and links to modern Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet.
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Set guide7 minMega Evolution Pokémon expansion: full guide 2026
The Mega Evolution expansion (me1) is the headline Pokémon TCG release of 2026. With refreshed mechanics and lavish artwork, it immediately won over collectors and competitive players alike. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of it.
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Set guide6 minPrismatic Evolutions: why this set still matters in 2026
Released in late 2025, Prismatic Evolutions (sv8pt5) immediately triggered worldwide stock shortages. In 2026, the set remains one of the most in-demand on the market, especially for its exceptionally high Special Illustration Rare pull rates. Here's why — and how to make the most of it.
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Set guide6 minBlack Bolt: must-have cards in 2026
The Black Bolt Scarlet & Violet expansion brings new mechanics and standout cards. Here are the highlights and where to find them.
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