It's hard choosing a side. We like sealed AND singles. We make money on both sides, and the variety helps us. Our LGS promised us 2 ETBs, but we are waiting for reprints
You know I’m torn. I love collecting, it’s a passion I feel so deeply about, but I have an issue with everyone’s take on don’t buy don’t buy don’t buy. To me regardless of take, it’s no different than someone going to foot locker and buying a pair of Jordan’s for $200 or $250. The same type of videos were made when evolving skies exploded. Look I’m not justifying the scalpers by any stretch but to tell people how to spend there money is crazy. Here’s what typically happens and not you personally bro just in general …a video comes out, don’t buy at this price. 3 months later, oh I’m really considering investing in this set….next video…I really love a specific card in the set that causes them to invest, mean while for 5 months they spent it telling people not to buy. Humbly I say, let the people buy what they want and deal with whatever consequences that may be good bad or indifferent
You make a very valid point that is well explained and honestly that’s the case a lot of the time but people are unfortunately left to their own devices so you’re right! Let the people buy it if they want to spend double on an etb with nothing in it be my guest! I don’t think this is a bad take at all my guy. People told me not to buy chilling reign when I really wanted to go heavy into it for that blaziken and look at it now. Same thing. They also told me I was stupid for paying 1k for a case of skies. My only case because I cared too much what they thought of me at the time. To be fair though no one has a crystal ball everything is clearer in hindsight. Sometimes you just have to take a risk. Main thing is, don’t take the risk if you don’t truly enjoy the set. For me I’m saying not to buy because I genuinely don’t enjoy the set that much. But they all grow on me eventually. I’m more a vintage fan than anything so modern in general has taken some time for me to really start enjoying more. I see endless potential in grading modern singles though. Something I can’t do with vintage. Anyways ranting.. I enjoy reading the longer comments despite what people might think it gives me a better idea of my Viewer base. 😎💯
@ absolutely man I appreciate you taking the time to read it! And correct me if I’m wrong, the same narrative about people paying a lot for a set that dosent have a great chance at a hit…isn’t that evolving skies? Think about it right now it will cost you $300 for 1 ETB, over $1,000 for a booster box and good luck pulling anything!! But yet I don’t see the same takes for that! Why? Again I get it the set just came out, and evolving had been out a while now, but people need to keep the same energy when it applies. Hopefully that made sense
You're right. People act as if the first pre-order wave is the only print run. I will walk into a local store Friday morning and grab a box or two of Prismatic. If I don't make it I will do the same in a few weeks. I am guilty of freaking out a little because I was frustrated at the speed of the last few sets being sold out, I didn't know how it all worked. I am learning that it is either the early bird gets the worm or being a little patient for the win. Anyone in between is feeding into the hyper short sight game and that's OK for some, but too much pressure for this relaxed guy.
You’ve got the right idea, it never used to be like this though. There was always time to grab the set later and lately that time frame has been chopped and sped up! 😂
awesome video i just jump into the hobby and i cant find 151.... in my opinion and based what i like from young age 151 it gives you the feeling of modern set with all this new illustrations and same time give you this feeling of nostalgia i love 151 100% 💥🤛🏻
Well said, pretty much spot on why I love 151 so much!!! Best SV set hands down! Also the reason you might not find it is its been a while since it’s released back in September 24’ BUT I still have found it on shelves locally and it will continue to pop up just gotta keep an eye out for it. Welcome to the hobby and welcome to this channel my friend. 😎
No salvols you are absolutely right I totally brain farted saying that. I guess it really shows how ready I am for the next era but scarlet violet could go on further in 2025 I think I read somewhere April is rotation change maybe I’m tripping 😂 it’s definitely NOT a base set though and I apologize for that misinformation. SMH 🤦🏻♂️
My pre-orders for Prismatic have all started dispatching. One of those times where the UK market lagging behind the US worked in my favour. We had a bit longer to get product thankfully. It's all gone now though so good luck to anyone searching on release day! 🤞 The US market looks absolutely crazy right now. 😬
I have no preorders for prismatic, and passed up on walmart $80+ offers. Im going front lines and feel confident ill find some. Everyone said this about surging sparks and yet i see it on shelves almost every week…not worried
All depends on where you live, but if the $150 an ETB sticks you won’t find squat. That’s way too much money to be made for it to not instantly sell out everywhere, people just need to stop buying from resellers.
Yea youl get it eventually forsure but hopefully right from the jump , it is an Awsome set but I hate how people are ruining the market for it - even 151 there was so much hype but the preorder prices were Awsome ; I got two sealed cases of ETBs - one for 400 & the other for 440 shipped
@@codywinter9611 i onow the restock times for my local targets and walmart, and my gamestop said to show up early and i SHOULD be ok. Time will tell but honestly im not worried at all. Every time the internet gets like this the opposite happens in my experience…
@@codywinter9611 im honestly pretty confident. I know the restock times for all local places and my gamestop said show up early and i should be good. Everytime the internet hype gets like this i usually just do the opposite and it all works perfectly but only time will tell…
Yep let them sell their soul for a few bucks no worries there’s so much opportunity in this hobby people could boycott the set so easily if we wanted haha I know that’s extreme but that’s what it might take sometimes 😂
@ oh I agree, I’ve nothing wrong with people buying sealed to invest but what I do have an issue with is when people drive up the price or like do not great things to rip product from others
Man that point where buying the singles of the set you like is key. I would have been done with my 151 set if I just pulled the trigger paying more upfront then slowly spending even more just buying bundles and etb’s when I could find them to possibly get what I need.
So I think if you like a set enough and the pull rates are decent it does make sense to just go after it. Either way if you’re building a binder you need all the bulk anyways. I don’t think you should beat yourself up about it. One thing most people do is open a few products of their favorite set and then switch gears to singles. The key is to stick around for the future deals you haven’t gotten yet. 😎
I preordered Journey Together a few months back. Got lucky and caught the listing on safari. Booster boxes for $100 each 😅 I am excited for it though. Can’t wait to see some more leaks in the coming weeks!
Very happy for you!!! It looks solid and totally worth the preorder but after scarlet violet base I’m willing to wait and see how this one turns out in full
My stores don't even have any pokemon left in shelves. I think stores will get raded quick. You were lucky to get surging sparks the other day. Like if you went the next day I doubt you would find surging at any of those stores. So if one doesn't "catch" a restock then it seems like they will be our of luck if this continues.
I know it’s a worse situation in other places so I do want to be clear I sympathize for all the homies who can’t find it by simply going to the store. I’m lucky I don’t work during the day because it definitely gives me an advantage at finding the best deals products and collections during the day. But I truly think the hobby will sizzle back down or implode soon. Either way I’m gonna keep it moving. I’m fortunate charlotte has a decent hobby base here. Truly. We do have collect a con too. But have faith and go check out a more rural wal mart you might be shocked what you can find. The guy who sold me my latias ex on eBay pulled it twice already!!! Some people just walk in and it’s there. Sorry fam keep your head up. There will be reprints coming. Just you wait 😎
4 more days and the real chaos begin 😂 Happy Hunting everyone 😂 May the odds be ever in your favor 🤗 I will try to get 2 ETBs for display and that is it 😎 great video Orion 🔥🙌🏼
You should definitely find at least 1-2 if you’re even remotely aware of the stores around you or GameStop or hobby stores card shops I have a list of 3 places I know will get it here. Lol but good luck ONI !!! Thanks for always being a true OG like dead ass always here supporting me commenting. I gotta remind yall how much it means to me. I don’t take it for granted at all. May the 17th be full of retail pickups for all the homies. 😎
The metal detecting tool has been around on TH-cam for over 3 years. More pointless than CT scanning for anyone doing volume. Did you ever finish pulling the master set of 151?
I still haven’t finished pulling every single card but technically could have multiple 151 master sets just never pulled Nidoking or hyper mew and I promised I would and I’m standing by that just need to find more product 😂😎
i never cared about collecting cause im a tcg player but if i can't even find the packs to open for the card game then ima throw hands, also hot take the fking pokeball and masterball rares are stupid and overhyped just saying
It's pretty ironic that content creators who themselves contribute to hype massively and also typically preorder as much stuff as they can make these types of videos where they lament the severity of the market situation. The cognitive dissonance it takes to sell yourself like you're not directly contributing to this problem.
I almost never preorder so nah you’re just wrong period and projecting your bad judgement on someone who’s not once really been a part of the problem. I’ve been pushing vintage when everyone was on modern so you’re just taking shots my G and you’re aiming at the wrong dude. Many would agree with this too because I hardly ever pump modern sets. I hate hyping modern I appreciate modern but not at these inflated prices. It’s ok no feelings hurt. But direct that comment to a channel that actually is pumping modern. I even have friends who instantly sell what they preorder but again, never been me. I love this hobby and have loved it since I got back in, 2019. Anyone who’s been an OG on my channel knows this. The reason my channel isn’t huge is because I don’t hype stuff like everyone else, and I don’t give away stuff for subs and views. Everyone’s here because they enjoy the content. So if anything your issue is with me, not the content I make. Again, no feelings hurt, you’re entitled to your opinion, which it appears… is just that.. an opinion. I think I can take the heat. 😎🔥
Again maybe you aren’t directing this at me and if you weren’t then I’m sorry for how I responded just gotta stand 10 toes down if someone does come at me. 💯
I don’t think it will ever be a huge concern for modern, like most evolving skies boxes don’t have an umbreon inside. I’d still want the sealed box regardless
Was waiting for this one 🎉
Ayyyy 😎
It's hard choosing a side. We like sealed AND singles. We make money on both sides, and the variety helps us.
Our LGS promised us 2 ETBs, but we are waiting for reprints
That’s amazing news from your LGS and yes both have their place for sure there’s opportunity in both. 💯
You know I’m torn. I love collecting, it’s a passion I feel so deeply about, but I have an issue with everyone’s take on don’t buy don’t buy don’t buy. To me regardless of take, it’s no different than someone going to foot locker and buying a pair of Jordan’s for $200 or $250. The same type of videos were made when evolving skies exploded. Look I’m not justifying the scalpers by any stretch but to tell people how to spend there money is crazy. Here’s what typically happens and not you personally bro just in general …a video comes out, don’t buy at this price. 3 months later, oh I’m really considering investing in this set….next video…I really love a specific card in the set that causes them to invest, mean while for 5 months they spent it telling people not to buy. Humbly I say, let the people buy what they want and deal with whatever consequences that may be good bad or indifferent
You make a very valid point that is well explained and honestly that’s the case a lot of the time but people are unfortunately left to their own devices so you’re right! Let the people buy it if they want to spend double on an etb with nothing in it be my guest! I don’t think this is a bad take at all my guy. People told me not to buy chilling reign when I really wanted to go heavy into it for that blaziken and look at it now. Same thing. They also told me I was stupid for paying 1k for a case of skies. My only case because I cared too much what they thought of me at the time. To be fair though no one has a crystal ball everything is clearer in hindsight. Sometimes you just have to take a risk. Main thing is, don’t take the risk if you don’t truly enjoy the set. For me I’m saying not to buy because I genuinely don’t enjoy the set that much. But they all grow on me eventually. I’m more a vintage fan than anything so modern in general has taken some time for me to really start enjoying more. I see endless potential in grading modern singles though. Something I can’t do with vintage. Anyways ranting.. I enjoy reading the longer comments despite what people might think it gives me a better idea of my
Viewer base. 😎💯
@ absolutely man I appreciate you taking the time to read it! And correct me if I’m wrong, the same narrative about people paying a lot for a set that dosent have a great chance at a hit…isn’t that evolving skies? Think about it right now it will cost you $300 for 1 ETB, over $1,000 for a booster box and good luck pulling anything!! But yet I don’t see the same takes for that! Why? Again I get it the set just came out, and evolving had been out a while now, but people need to keep the same energy when it applies. Hopefully that made sense
You're right. People act as if the first pre-order wave is the only print run. I will walk into a local store Friday morning and grab a box or two of Prismatic. If I don't make it I will do the same in a few weeks. I am guilty of freaking out a little because I was frustrated at the speed of the last few sets being sold out, I didn't know how it all worked. I am learning that it is either the early bird gets the worm or being a little patient for the win. Anyone in between is feeding into the hyper short sight game and that's OK for some, but too much pressure for this relaxed guy.
You’ve got the right idea, it never used to be like this though. There was always time to grab the set later and lately that time frame has been chopped and sped up! 😂
awesome video i just jump into the hobby and i cant find 151....
in my opinion and based what i like from young age 151 it gives you the feeling of modern set with all this new illustrations and same time give you this feeling of nostalgia i love 151 100% 💥🤛🏻
Well said, pretty much spot on why I love 151 so much!!! Best SV set hands down! Also the reason you might not find it is its been a while since it’s released back in September 24’ BUT I still have found it on shelves locally and it will continue to pop up just gotta keep an eye out for it. Welcome to the hobby and welcome to this channel my friend. 😎
Journey together is still part of scarlet and violet tho, so It's not a base set or am I missing something?
No salvols you are absolutely right I totally brain farted saying that. I guess it really shows how ready I am for the next era but scarlet violet could go on further in 2025 I think I read somewhere April is rotation change maybe I’m tripping 😂 it’s definitely NOT a base set though and I apologize for that misinformation. SMH 🤦🏻♂️
My pre-orders for Prismatic have all started dispatching. One of those times where the UK market lagging behind the US worked in my favour. We had a bit longer to get product thankfully. It's all gone now though so good luck to anyone searching on release day! 🤞
The US market looks absolutely crazy right now. 😬
It’s gonna be fiiiiiiine (house burning behind) 😂
Love the clap at the start of the videos. Ain’t the same without tbh. It’s your version of Rudy’s “folks!”
Haha ayyy the clap to start the vid is definitely mine 🤣
Reminds me of the chef from "The Menu". 😂
The folks from Nostalgianomics always busts my eardrums
You guys in the US are actually really lucky with those big box stores, here in Europe we have jack shiiit :p
Damn sorry to hear that fam! I am grateful regardless because I can even afford this stuff. Pokémon is so expensive in general lately 😂😭
I have no preorders for prismatic, and passed up on walmart $80+ offers. Im going front lines and feel confident ill find some. Everyone said this about surging sparks and yet i see it on shelves almost every week…not worried
All depends on where you live, but if the $150 an ETB sticks you won’t find squat. That’s way too much money to be made for it to not instantly sell out everywhere, people just need to stop buying from resellers.
Yea youl get it eventually forsure but hopefully right from the jump , it is an Awsome set but I hate how people are ruining the market for it - even 151 there was so much hype but the preorder prices were Awsome ; I got two sealed cases of ETBs - one for 400 & the other for 440 shipped
@ that’s true I feel for those who live in the cities especially
@@codywinter9611 i onow the restock times for my local targets and walmart, and my gamestop said to show up early and i SHOULD be ok. Time will tell but honestly im not worried at all. Every time the internet gets like this the opposite happens in my experience…
@@codywinter9611 im honestly pretty confident. I know the restock times for all local places and my gamestop said show up early and i should be good. Everytime the internet hype gets like this i usually just do the opposite and it all works perfectly but only time will tell…
What I find mad is people are selling pre-orders like that they don’t even have, like I think when people are going mental and paying 3x it’s mental
Yep let them sell their soul for a few bucks no worries there’s so much opportunity in this hobby people could boycott the set so easily if we wanted haha I know that’s extreme but that’s what it might take sometimes 😂
@ oh I agree, I’ve nothing wrong with people buying sealed to invest but what I do have an issue with is when people drive up the price or like do not great things to rip product from others
Man that point where buying the singles of the set you like is key. I would have been done with my 151 set if I just pulled the trigger paying more upfront then slowly spending even more just buying bundles and etb’s when I could find them to possibly get what I need.
So I think if you like a set enough and the pull rates are decent it does make sense to just go after it. Either way if you’re building a binder you need all the bulk anyways. I don’t think you should beat yourself up about it. One thing most people do is open a few products of their favorite set and then switch gears to singles. The key is to stick around for the future deals you haven’t gotten yet. 😎
I preordered Journey Together a few months back. Got lucky and caught the listing on safari. Booster boxes for $100 each 😅 I am excited for it though. Can’t wait to see some more leaks in the coming weeks!
Very happy for you!!! It looks solid and totally worth the preorder but after scarlet violet base I’m willing to wait and see how this one turns out in full
Could be the best modern base set we’ve had in a while
My stores don't even have any pokemon left in shelves. I think stores will get raded quick. You were lucky to get surging sparks the other day. Like if you went the next day I doubt you would find surging at any of those stores. So if one doesn't "catch" a restock then it seems like they will be our of luck if this continues.
I know it’s a worse situation in other places so I do want to be clear I sympathize for all the homies who can’t find it by simply going to the store. I’m lucky I don’t work during the day because it definitely gives me an advantage at finding the best deals products and collections during the day. But I truly think the hobby will sizzle back down or implode soon. Either way I’m gonna keep it moving. I’m fortunate charlotte has a decent hobby base here. Truly. We do have collect a con too. But have faith and go check out a more rural wal mart you might be shocked what you can find. The guy who sold me my latias ex on eBay pulled it twice already!!! Some people just walk in and it’s there. Sorry fam keep your head up. There will be reprints coming. Just you wait 😎
4 more days and the real chaos begin 😂 Happy Hunting everyone 😂 May the odds be ever in your favor 🤗 I will try to get 2 ETBs for display and that is it 😎 great video Orion 🔥🙌🏼
You should definitely find at least 1-2 if you’re even remotely aware of the stores around you or GameStop or hobby stores card shops I have a list of 3 places I know will get it here. Lol but good luck ONI !!! Thanks for always being a true OG like dead ass always here supporting me commenting. I gotta remind yall how much it means to me. I don’t take it for granted at all. May the 17th be full of retail
pickups for all the homies. 😎
I like how you worked theme decks in there.
I always do😎
The metal detecting tool has been around on TH-cam for over 3 years. More pointless than CT scanning for anyone doing volume. Did you ever finish pulling the master set of 151?
I still haven’t finished pulling every single card but technically could have multiple 151 master sets just never pulled Nidoking or hyper mew and I promised I would and I’m standing by that just need to find more product 😂😎
Really nice talking points! Great video!
Thanks Guimo!! 😎🔥
Can't wait to sell a few prismatic evolutions etbs for booster cases mawhahaha
That’s a move for sure the way it’s looking I’d gladly trade prismatic for booster boxes or cases agreed. Or singles that works too 😎
@orionsires haha the new money coming in is great.
i never cared about collecting cause im a tcg player but if i can't even find the packs to open for the card game then ima throw hands, also hot take the fking pokeball and masterball rares are stupid and overhyped just saying
Yeah I think it’s nice to be a player and not have to deal with all the drama that goes into being a “collector” lol we all throwing hands this era 😂🤣
4k insane. Nice come up for the seller though
Lord knows they had to either be super lucky or 4k deep in product worth 😂
It's pretty ironic that content creators who themselves contribute to hype massively and also typically preorder as much stuff as they can make these types of videos where they lament the severity of the market situation.
The cognitive dissonance it takes to sell yourself like you're not directly contributing to this problem.
I almost never preorder so nah you’re just wrong period and projecting your bad judgement on someone who’s not once really been a part of the problem. I’ve been pushing vintage when everyone was on modern so you’re just taking shots my G and you’re aiming at the wrong dude. Many would agree with this too because I hardly ever pump modern sets. I hate hyping modern I appreciate modern but not at these inflated prices. It’s ok no feelings hurt. But direct that comment to a channel that actually is pumping modern. I even have friends who instantly sell what they preorder but again, never been me. I love this hobby and have loved it since I got back in, 2019. Anyone who’s been an OG on my channel knows this. The reason my channel isn’t huge is because I don’t hype stuff like everyone else, and I don’t give away stuff for subs and views. Everyone’s here because they enjoy the content. So if anything your issue is with me, not the content I make. Again, no feelings hurt, you’re entitled to your opinion, which it appears… is just that.. an opinion. I think I can take the heat.
😎🔥
Again maybe you aren’t directing this at me and if you weren’t then I’m sorry for how I responded just gotta stand 10 toes down if someone does come at me. 💯
nobody is CT scanning SV products LOOL, CT scanning is not free and with the pull rates the way they are, this is not feasible.
Sure it sounds stupid now but in a short few years things can change fast. That being said right now it’s not a concern.
I don’t think it will ever be a huge concern for modern, like most evolving skies boxes don’t have an umbreon inside. I’d still want the sealed box regardless
I've been lifting, so I'm buff enough to fight someone at a retail store for it 😂 just kidding. The market rn is just nuts.
Hey kid, drop the ETB and no one gets hurt. I took my pre workout and creatine today. I’m a walking wildcard ok 😂
The hobby is alive!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hobby is always alive but definitely do have a gut feeling we’re about to see a big haircut on prices soon. Gut feeling.
@@orionsires Probably not a bad thing. First half of SV we went too low, now we're too high. We just need to level out and everything will be good.
Pretty much describes the situation perfectly 😂😎🤌🏻
@@orionsires if in 6 months - 1 year is soon to you then I agree.
The prismoon sold for 4k
Preciate it 👌🏻