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Newest first. About sets and their rarities, buying, collecting and keeping sealed. 117 articles.
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SetsTop 10 Most Expensive Mega Symphonia (M1S) Cards
The ten most expensive cards from Mega Symphonia (M1S) in a row, with current market value. Mega Gardevoir ex dominates the list.
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SetsTop 10 Most Expensive Inferno X (M2) Cards
Mega Charizard X ex leads this set. These are the most expensive cards from the first true main set of the MEGA block.
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SetsTop 10 Most Expensive White Flare (SV11W) Cards
Reshiram ex BWR, Victini and the rest of the Unova set. These are the most expensive cards from White Flare.
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SetsTop 10 most expensive Black Bolt (SV11B) cards
Zekrom ex BWR is one of the rarest cards of the entire era. These are the most expensive Black Bolt cards.
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SetsTop 10 Most Expensive Glory of Team Rocket (SV10) Cards
Mewtwo, Giovanni, and the rest of the villainous set — the most expensive cards from the first major Team Rocket release in years.
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SetsTop 10 Most Expensive VSTAR Universe (S12a) Cards
The most expensive cards from the High Class Pack that concluded the Sword & Shield era — plus an explanation of the infamous God Pack.
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BuyingBooster box or complete case?
Loose booster boxes or a sealed case all at once? When each choice makes sense – and the misunderstanding about pull rates per case.
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BuyingBest Japanese Sets for Beginners
Just started with Japanese Pokémon cards? Here are three recommendations to get you started, plus what you need to know about set codes and rarities.
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BuyingWhich Japanese set is the most fun to open?
Hit rates and box composition compared. Which Japanese box is the most fun to open, and why a High Class Pack feels very different from a main set.
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BuyingBest Japanese sets to keep sealed away
Which Japanese sets do collectors seal away and why? Plus how to keep a box in top condition — and an honest word about risk.
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JapaneseBest Japanese Booster Boxes to Buy in 2026
Which Japanese box is right for you? Our recommendations by goal — opening, storing, starting, or hunting for one specific Pokémon.
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SetsAll MEGA block sets at a glance
Complete overview of the MEGA block, from Mega Brave (M1L) to the 30th Celebration anniversary set (M6a), with the central card for each set.
