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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
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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
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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
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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
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As a bonafide retailer of Pokemon and other TCG products, managing the demand for popular releases has always been a struggle. It may not seem obvious to the average consumer but there truly is no easy solution to this dilemma. Shopping bots continue to be a problem and are very
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Spells of Magic is a Kickstarter-funded TCG created by a Canadian individual known as Christian Weaver. The project launched on January 1st with a modest funding goal of approximately $12,000 CAD. As the months progressed, the game grew increasingly popular and managed to raise more than $230,000 CAD
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The following story is either about a serial con artist or an aspiring entrepreneur who unexpectedly had his life cut short by disease. It is up to the reader to decide which storyline they prefer. Disclaimer: This article discusses a person who may have passed away. While the veracity of
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When it comes to investing in modern Pokemon, there is one question that people simply can not stop asking: should I buy graded slabs? Author's Note: The term 'slab' refers to the protective plastic enclosure cards are encased in when they are graded by companies like
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Smokey the Bear, also known as Smokey Bear, is one of the most iconic figures in modern history. Originally popularized by the U.S. Forest Service, the cartoonish bear was used in a variety of marketing campaigns to raise awareness for forest fires. The famous slogan "Only YOU can
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Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become abundantly clear that material possessions present a fantastic opportunity for profit. Hell, even immaterial possessions like NFTs have proven themselves to be insanely lucrative. While I wont speculate on the economics of this phenomenon, I will gladly share some personal opinions targeted at
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Japanese Pokemon cards have always been recognized for their superior quality. The Japanese simply put more time and effort into their domestic version of the Pokemon franchise. Nonetheless, the American marketplace seems mostly unbothered by the fact that our cards are comparatively lackluster. The centering always sucks. The edges always
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Just when you thought the Pokemon 'stimmy check' hype-cycle was long over, a new record-breaking auction just proved all of us wrong. Considered by many to be the holy grail of Pokemon cards, records show that a Pikachu Illustrator sold for an astonishing $900,000 in auction last