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Welcome back to the TCGVault blog! Can you believe it's been three decades? What started in 1996 with a handful of holographic Charizards and chubby Pikachus has evolved into a global phenomenon. To honor this incredible milestone, The Pokémon Company just dropped the details on arguably the most anticipated set in the history of the hobby: Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration. Whether you're a...

Welcome back to the TCGVault blog!  If you’ve stepped into a local game store or big-box retailer lately, you’ve probably noticed something wild: Pokémon cards locked securely behind heavy glass cabinets. What started as a nostalgic playground game has morphed into a multi-million-dollar alternative asset class. The cards we used to trade in the schoolyard are now driving international crime rings, getting...

Welcome back to the Vault! The Pokémon Trading Card Game has had an absolutely massive 2026 so far. With the release of three Mega Evolution expansions—Ascended Heroes, Perfect Order, and the highly anticipated Chaos Rising—collectors have been tearing through packs chasing some of the most stunning (and expensive) artwork we've seen in years. With Pitch Black dropping this July and a special 30th-anniversary...