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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Pull Rates6 minPhantasmal Flames (me02) pull rates: probabilities and best cards 2026
Phantasmal Flames (me02) is the second expansion in the Mega Evolution series. Its rare+ slot follows the me_standard model, with Mega Hyper Rare (0.5%) and SIR (4.5%) cards, including the highly sought-after Mega Charizard X-ex chase cards on the 2026 TCG market.
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Guide6 minGardevoir-ex: price, pull rate and best boxes 2026
Gardevoir-ex is the defining card of the Pokémon TCG competitive format in 2023–2026. Combined with Cresselia or Iron Valiant, it dominates tournaments worldwide. This complete guide explains where to find it in packs, current prices, and how to optimize your purchase.
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Guide8 minHow to sell Pokémon cards in 2026: complete guide
Have Pokémon cards to sell? Whether to fund new openings, liquidate a collection or just recoup booster costs, this guide gives you all the keys to sell smart in 2026.
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Guide5 minIron Hands-ex: complete guide, price and deck 2026
Iron Hands-ex is one of the most feared Paradox cards in the Scarlet & Violet format. Its Amp You Very Much attack lets it attack endlessly by recovering prizes — a mechanic that shook the competitive meta in 2023–2024.
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Guide8 minInvesting in Pokémon cards in 2026: which cards to buy?
Investing in Pokémon cards can be highly profitable — or very risky. Some SIRs released at €20 in 2023 are worth €200 today. Others have dropped 80%. This guide helps you understand when and what to buy to maximize your chances of gains in 2026.
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Guide9 minPokémon Super Illustration Rare cards: complete list and prices 2026
Super Illustration Rare (SIR) cards are the most prestigious cards in modern Pokémon TCG. Their illustration covers the entire card surface with exceptional artistic detail. Here's the complete list of SIRs by set in 2026 with market prices.
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Pull Rates5 minJourney Together pull rates: probabilities and best cards 2026
Journey Together (sve) is a Pokémon TCG set centered on the adventures of iconic Pokémon-Trainer duos. Here's the complete pull rate analysis to know what you're really getting in each booster.
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Comparison7 minWhich Pokémon box to buy? Top 2026 — ETB & bundles
The Pokémon TCG box market has never been wider than in 2026. Between Elite Trainer Boxes, figure booster boxes, blisters and Amazon bundles, it's hard to know where to spend your money. This guide helps you choose based on your budget, experience level and goals.
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Guide8 minPokémon pull rates 2026: guide, odds & calculator
Pull rates are at the heart of every Pokémon booster purchase. Understanding these probabilities helps you make smarter buying decisions and avoid disappointment when a box doesn't deliver the card you wanted.
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Beginner9 minStart Pokémon TCG in 2026: complete beginner guide
Every year, thousands of new players take the plunge and buy their first Pokémon booster. But with so many expansions, formats and product types, it's hard to know where to start. This guide gives you everything you need to get started with confidence.
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Guide6 minPokémon TCG mid-May 2026: the collector’s checklist
In mid-May 2026, the Pokémon TCG is still driven by Mega Evolution and Scarlet & Violet, with sets like Prismatic Evolutions and Black Bolt in high demand. Here’s a practical checklist to tune your sealed purchases, avoid common mistakes, and use rateTCG pull expectations ahead of summer.
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Comparison6 minCheap Pokémon ETBs: best picks in 2026
Looking for a cheap Pokémon ETB without sacrificing your pull chances? This guide compares ETBs in the rateTCG catalogue by price, booster count and set card quality.
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