Pokémon looks wholesome from the outside. Bright packaging, nostalgic artwork, kids trading cards at lunch tables, adults chasing Charizards like it’s 1999 again. To the average customer, the Pokémon TCG aisle seems simple: a store orders product, a distributor sends it, and collectors buy it. Behind the scenes, it
Here at Poke Cellar, we have been writing about MetaZoo for years. In fact, we were one of the distributors for their first edition booster boxes. So trust me when I say that there is no bigger MetaZoo fan than us. However, if you've been following the company,
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Pokemon is a Japanese company which means they produce a significant amount of products exclusively for the Japanese domestic market. Unless you live in Japan, accessing these products can be very difficult because websites like Pokemon Center Japan will not ship internationally. So, how do we resolve this? Simple. We
As Pokémon fans across the globe eagerly anticipate the release of the new three-part documentary, "How Do You Play," today, I find myself unable to share their excitement. The documentary promises to immerse viewers into the vibrant and often overlooked Pokémon Trading Card Game community, featuring endearing stories
Last week, a discord user named @Robfield.the trigger, part of the Poke Cellar Discord community, sparked a rumor suggesting that MetaZoo's CEO, Michael Waddell, may be stepping down or even selling MetaZoo. While this speculation was quickly refuted by Mike himself, a recent statement on MetaZoo'
Dear Reader, We will be hosting a free-to-enter raffle for a Booster Box of Pokemon's Evolving Skies. As you can see from these crazy prices, this set has really increased in value in recent months. Similar to the previous raffles, it is important to note that this is
As a gaming enthusiast, I've watched industry giants like Game Freak, the masterminds behind the Pokémon phenomenon, and Private Division, renowned for publishing a variety of titles, toil away for years pumping out a number of really interesting projects. Lucky for us enthusiasts, the companies have joined forces.
The Pokémon Scarlet & Violet booster boxes have recently seen a significant drop in price, now selling for as low as $100. With the hype surrounding the silver borders and art combined with guaranteed holos now fading, the set might be considered by some to be a bland one. However,
In a whimsical turn of events, MetaZoo, the popular trading card game steeped in cryptid mythology, has partnered up with fast-food giant Arby's for a unique collaboration. This unlikely alliance brings together the fantastical world of MetaZoo and Arby's iconic roast beef sandwiches, resulting in an
If you're reading this, then you likely already know about Magic: The Gathering (MTG) — a game that has captivated millions since its inception in 1993. Unfortunately, the popular TCG has recently found itself at the center of controversy. Amid growing concerns about overproduction and a shift in distribution
In the world of alternative investments, few avenues have the allure and mystique of collectible card games, particularly games like Magic The Gathering (MTG). Since its inception the early 90s, MTG has not only captured the hearts of millions of players worldwide, but also the attention of savvy investors. In