Guides
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Sets
Best Pokémon TCG sets to buy in August 2026
What to buy, what to hold, and what to skip while the 30th Celebration craze is warming up.
Aug 14, 2026 · 8 min
Grading
Should you grade this Pokémon card? A 2026 rule
PSA and CGC only make sense when the gem spread clears fees. Here is the rule we actually use.
Aug 12, 2026 · 6 min
Drop guide
30th Celebration preorder guide: what to click before September 16
Worldwide launch, all-foil packs, Futuristic Rares. Here is the SKU order and where to actually buy.
Aug 13, 2026 · 7 min
Compare
Prismatic Evolutions vs Ascended Heroes: which sealed to hold
Eeveelution blue chip vs the largest set of 2026. Different bets. Do not treat them as the same trade.
Aug 10, 2026 · 6 min
Ops
How to buy Pokémon cards in 2026 without getting scalped
Retail first, sold comps second, never a TikTok asking price. A boring system that keeps you in the game.
Aug 8, 2026 · 5 min