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2026-09-17

PSA Grading: How to Get Your Pokémon Card Graded

A complete guide to PSA grading from Europe. How to pick a card, what the 1-10 scale means, how much it costs, how long it takes, and when grading actually pays off.

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2026-09-06

30th Celebration: every product revealed (ETB, ex Box, Poster Collection and more)

The Pokémon Company revealed the full product line-up for the anniversary set 30th Celebration. What is inside each SKU, when it drops and what is worth chasing.

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2026-06-20

First Partner Illustration Collection - Series 1, 2 & 3 Guide

Three collector boxes featuring 27 brand-new illustration rare starter promos across nine regions. What's inside, when they launched, and whether sealed is worth holding.

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2026-06-04

Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration - Global Launch on September 16, 2026

The new 30th Celebration expansion launches worldwide on September 16, 2026. Every card foil, a new Futuristic rarity, 30 different Pikachu, and reprints of classics like Base Set Charizard.

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2026-05-28

Chaos Rising Edition Guide - Mega Floette ex, Mega Greninja and the Full Breakdown

The fourth Mega Evolution expansion brings Mega Floette ex, Mega Greninja ex and five other Mega Pokémon. Full breakdown of products, top chase cards, current Cardmarket prices and investment outlook.

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2026-05-05

What to Do After Buying a Fake & 10 Golden Rules (4/4)

Guide to refunds, 10 golden rules for safe buying, FAQ and final recommendations.

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2026-04-28

Where to Buy Safely & Pre-Purchase Checklist (3/4)

Overview of risky and safe platforms and 15 questions to ask before every purchase.

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2026-04-21

How to Spot Fakes: Advanced Methods & Red Flags (2/4)

Texture, logo, set symbols, card weight and community verification. Plus red flags.

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2026-04-16

How to Spot Fake Pokémon Cards: 5 Basic Methods (1/4)

Learn 5 proven methods to detect fake Pokémon cards - light test, rip test, hologram, font and colors.

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2026-03-28

Chaos Rising - Mega Greninja ex and New Pokémon TCG Set

Chaos Rising is the 4th English Mega Evolution set featuring Mega Greninja ex, Mega Floette ex, and Mega Dragalge ex. Releasing May 22, 2026.

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2026-03-22

Pokémon Today - The Highest-Grossing Franchise & What It Means for Collectors

Pokémon GO, the pandemic card boom, and hundreds of billions in revenue - part 3 of the Pokémon brand history series and what it means for today's collectibles market.

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2026-03-19

Perfect Order Guide - Mega Zygarde ex & New Mega Pokémon

Perfect Order is the fourth Mega Evolution expansion featuring Mega Zygarde ex, Mega Starmie ex, Mega Clefable ex and Meowth ex.

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2026-03-15

How Pokémon Conquered the World - Pokémania, Cards & Global Brand

From Japan to the world - how Pokémania began, the role of cards and anime, and why first English editions hold enormous value today.

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2026-03-08

How Pokémon Were Born - From Bug Catching to a Global Phenomenon

The story of Satoshi Tajiri, Game Freak studio, and the birth of one of the world's strongest brands. Part 1 of the Pokémon history series.

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2026-02-20

Pokémon TCG Ascended Heroes - Rising Value & Top 10 Most Valuable Cards

The third Mega Evolution expansion brings the return of Team Rocket, new Tera Mega Pokémon, and rapidly rising sealed product values. Check out the 10 most valuable cards.

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2026-01-15

Top 10 Most Valuable Pokémon Editions of All Time

Which sealed editions brought investors the highest returns? Check out the TOP 10 editions from Base Set to the modern era - with prices, ROI and investment tips.

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2025-12-01

Complete Sword & Shield Edition Guide - Collector's Overview

Detailed guide to all 13 Sword & Shield era sets (2020-2023). Alt Art revolution, VMAX, VSTAR and the most valuable cards.

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