For me is 151 the best set in the past years, it made me fall in love with pokemoncards again. The OG 151 pokemons will forever be the best pokemon for me because of nostalgia. It is just so timeless
Yes 151 was great, but I feel it was only created because Evolutions was so popular. Don't get me wrong, 151 > Evolutions. But when Evolutions printed...it was hard nostalgic, and was the first nostalgic set in really, well ever. And now look....we are getting new Team Rocket and Gym Pokémon sets in 2025!
Couldn't agree more about your reasoning for putting Crown Zenith so high. It's the first set in a long time that has made me feel excited to open packs, which is better than any of the past nostalgia based sets can do.
Super high quality video! As a newer fan, it is great to learn about the history of these older gen sets. I'd love to see more owner cards in the future
I just started collecting Pokemon cards within the last couple weeks. I’ve played Pokemon games for years and always loved the franchise but never thought to collect the cards and I lost all my childhood cards. The modern day artworks sucked me into collecting as I think the cards are so beautiful. I also have been watching your videos nonstop to look into what to buy next. I really appreciate the work you put into this and it helps me get my collection to a good start.
151 is hands down my favorite Pokémon TCG series! The nostalgic artwork, the classic Pokémon lineup, and the excitement of opening packs make it unbeatable. Loving every card in this set
First off, I appreciate the environment you’ve built to make videos; very subtle and relaxing. You don’t have your entire/most of your collection behind you, which can be sort of distracting. I feel like Twilight Masquerade could have been on this list…it has a well balanced blend of original 151 and modern Pokémon. Artwork is amazing on commons all the way to the gold cards. It also captures Japanese culture/traditions hence the Ogerpon masks…timeless art in that line up. To tie it up, the design and colors of sealed product are nice to display if one would like. I 100% dig that Dr. Dre reference from K Dots album…it applies to a lot of aspects in life! Anywho, just started collecting again (in my 30s) and I enjoy watching your videos…have been learning a lot from your channel.
Awesome video! It was really cool to see some sets and cards I had forgotten about. I am 100% with you that CZ and 151 are the top modern sets. Having all the top cards in my top loader binder looks so damn good! And for 151 having the three starter evolution lines on a 9 pocket page is chef’s kiss. The only other things I would’ve mentioned that puts CZ as one of my favorites is the pricing. The top card in the whole set is about $100 USD these days, and many of them you can grab for a lot cheaper. I think it’s very attainable for a large amount of people. 151 on the other hand is getting prohibitively expensive. Buying singles is still relatively affordable but the sealed products are crazy. The only set that I wish I saw on here as well would be Team Up. I feel like that’s pretty iconic to me! Haha
I have to agree with you about 151. I keep finding new people who are collecting, and they each say. 151 brought me back. 151 and base for me are the top 2. Great video! Your hard work always pays off. :)
Love the video! I was surprised not to see Team Up make the cut. The set was our intro to Tag Team cards, they have beautiful trainer arts and the set includes some big names like Gengar, Pikachu and Eevee….also, I couldn’t agree more with you on Crown Zenith
Thank you for all the info I've recently been given on your channel! Newly started collecting the new Pokemon TCG along with my old base cards. It's been eye opening
Just getting back into after 25 years. 151 sucked me back, however finding many more new sets. Excited for the future with the upcoming sets we’ve been teased with. Trying to acquire all the knowledge I can. Been watching nothing but Pokemon related videos lately. 😅 takes over just as it did 25 yrs ago! Good luck everyone!
Been loving the videos, I appreciate your style and delivery. It appeals to a more mature audience and I think its what sets you apart from other tubers I've watched in the space, so keep it up! As someone who is newly back to the hobby since collecting as a kid, this video was super informative. Interestingly, while I love the original 151 generation and the old cards are iconic, I think the quality of the modern cards versus the classics feels like night and day (at least aesthetically) with the new unique art styles, the full arts, etc. I know I personally find myself gravitating towards the more modern sets, which I am somewhat surprised about. I think it goes to show a set like 151 and others have more going for them besides just the nostalgia factor!
Love these videos helps a newcomer like me what to look for loving finding special cards in the packs seeing videos of different sports and history cards being opened got me interested and Pokémon was the most affordable and most rewarding for sure 😊
I got interested again in Pokemon TCG a few days ago and I am glad it made me discover your channel. Great quality content, keep up the good work with your videos!
This is an amazing and well thought of video. The only thing I would switch up is one and two as I believe you are right when you said that crown zenith feels like it will be the last set pokemon releases forever.
The nostalgia is real! I remember setting aside my pokemon cards and started playing yugioh enjoying the first edition blue eyes white dragon. And then pokemon made a huge comback. I appreciate videos like these because of the information and value you are providing your audience. Keep it up!
I can see you put so much time and effort in your selections and in this video. I love the explanation. I’m sure you might get grief on the selections but I do agree with what you have mentioned regarding crown, 151, base set and evo skies. Some of these sets, I didn’t even know about since I wasn’t in the hobby. I did learn a lot. Fire video.
You can tell he has put serious thought into this. I've only been a part of the hobby since last year, and any of these slabs would be the top of my PC
As a day one player and collector myself I can tell he is above the age of 34 and is just like me . We been around since the very first packs were cracked !
Pretty great list man! Always appreciate the thought you put into these videos. Out of these my personal fav is Gym Heroes. I’m actually in the process of hunting down the whole set. I think the art and the pokemon themselves never looked cooler. Special shoutout to 151 for bringing me back into the hobby also!
Wow, this video is really something. I never really looked at older sets in my past but this really made me appreciate the older ones I overlooked. I think I still like the newer sets more due to the art but wow, I really think the history of pokemon is facinating just from this video. Amazing stuff my man.
I have recently restarted my interest in PTCG collection after stopping in 2003. Your video has provided me much need insight what has progressed throughout the years. (20!) So much has changed since 2003. Thanks for the vid!
I think this is a great video for someone like me, who just dived back in to pokemon after like 20 years. It's a great recap of things I've missed, and what sets to look for, which is extra helpful because trying to pick packs when you don't know what's in anything can be daunting.
I always look forward to hearing your opinions on individual cards, sets and the hobby as a whole. I started collecting Pokemon after I was cutting them into pieces of art. Now i have a large collection graded cards, etbs and unopened boxes....so fun!!!
Thanks for the video. For someone who got into collecting in sword and shield it gave me an insight into some of these great older sets. I agree about Crown Zenith and on top it is such a generous set. Having ripped a bunch of packs of different sets with my kids I've at times I've seen some disappointment with a rough set of pulls, but I can safely say we've never not had a good time with a CZ etb.
This is a great video! I really love Pokemon and just started collecting recently, after kinda sorta following for many years. Pulled my first Zapdos EX from 151, so that’s my favorite set of all time haha.
Thank you for such a well thought out list!! The detail you put into this list is greatly appreciated. Look forward to your future videos! Currently my favorite sets are 151 and crown zenith. I really love the special illustrations putting Pokémon into an environment now. Make the cards come alive.
I like the way you deliver the story for each sets, not surprising that majority of them are vintage sets which is understandable. They deserves the recognition after surviving the test of time and live to tell the tale. Truly genius!
Phil, been watching since you’ve started and it’s a joy seeing the channel grow. My favorite set(s) as of lately would probably be lost origins and one from the childhood would likely be the neo destiny/ relevations era. I love the new ar’s but the vintage foils always are lovely to look at
I played as a kid and only recently got back into collecting. I love all the original Neo-era sets. Everything from the shining Pokemon to the OG moonbreon. I think the art styles were great and it did a lot to keep interest in the game. Great points on your video. I don’t know anything about the sets past crystal guardians, so you have definitely given me some sets to check out. Keep up the good work.
My favorite Era of cards also. Neo genesis and destiny's was awesome. That's actually when I stopped collecting as a kid.. and it's crazy cause I got back into collecting after 151 was gone from shelves :/
@@bradclark3198 I’m in the same boat, I feel like just I missed some really cool sets. Looking forward to the new team rocket set though. Hoping for the return of dark Pokemon.
Crystal guardians! Beautiful set love going through my master set and looking at the art and moves of the pokemon which were the same as when I was playing the game. Great vid 👌
Thanks for the list and all the details and background you included to support your decisions! I have a soft spot for the Skyridge and Aquapolis artworks (also have a soft spot for gen 2), but really like the set-up of the Gym heroes and challenge sets, which makes collecting those sets more fun and rewarding to me, completing every gym leader's team one by one. I also really enjoyed the Delta Species when I was younger, especially Crystal Guardians with its Charizard and Grovyle being my favorites
I just started my Pokemon collections 2 months ago. With the Pokemon 151 as my first master sets. Ever since im so addicted to opening packs, started my Paldean Fates and Stellar Miracle sets now. Been following this channel to help me learn about the collections and investments. It's been very enjoyable getting all the informations from you. Thanks alot, your channel is definitely part of my pokemon collection journey.
I have been waiting on this video for a long time. Thank you! Edit: My favorite is the team rocket set. The art is amazing! Although, I love your take on Pokémon 151 set, and I totally agree
1. Your channel is criminally underated 2. Love your takes here. Personally, 151 got me back into the hobby (like many people) but crown zenith is my favorite
Neo Destiny is my favourite set of all time. Nice mix of nostalgia, new Pokémon from the original 151 and the shinies looking absolutely gorgeous. Perfecto.
Wow super interesting video! I did grow up with base set, fossil, jungle and continued as a kid up until Neo Destiny and only came back to Pokémon collecting in 2021 with the SWSH era. My knowledge is quite limited for all the sets between 2003-2013 so it was very nice to get a presentation of those sets and how amazing they were! Thanks for the awesome content! 🙏 It would be so hard for me to put together a top 10 list. Highlights are for sure: Base Set (nostalgia), Evolving Skies (modern goat), 151 (epic set) 😁
I definitely think that crown zenith is an insane set. The amazing pull rates with insane artworks is amazing. Hopefully I’ll open some when i get the chance and i see why you put it so high. Keep up with the good content!🎉
I must be the only one who loves Neo genesis and Neo destiny! It was the sets I missed out on . Love the content and it gave me loads to think about and I want to go backwards and collect rather than forwards.
Getting into collecting cards for the first time! I was mostly into the games as a kid and I’m raging I’ve missed the 151 release, hoping for a reprint! But your videos have been a great help to understand the TCG so far! This was a great video for getting a bit of a history lesson on the top sets! Thank you!!
Thanks for all your great videos! I started collecting Pokemon again only recently after stopping after generation 1. The nostalgia of 151 for me accompanied by the modern artistic spin and the plethora of variety of art styles make this set one of my current favourites, apart from base set! You make a great point though that it is extremely difficult to remove oneself from the nostalgia of the early generations as they are linked not only to childhood memories of the card game but are compounded by their connection to the TV show (watched before going to school) and the gameboy games! Great list and explanations nonetheless!
I personally think 80% or higher of sealed collectors do not care how evolving skies looks like. I agree where I hate the yellow and green colors, but most sealed collectors care more about the price behind it than looks.
@@RichPokePicks i remember opening EvoSkies when it came out and being relatively disappointed and underwhelmed with the cards and art- especially with the pull rates. But by far my least favorite is Battle Styles - I dont get that one at all.
I like the green and yellow quite a lot 🤷♂️ It's also a weird take. Sealed collectors care about the value and the cards inside. The box being anything outside of the standard white is a plus. ES, Fusion, and Chilling all look cool on a shelf.
Great video! You can see how much thought was put in! Wish I continued to collect as the years went on. The cards I collected as a kid were lost at some point in time 😢 keep up the great work! 😄
I do think this kind of video is extremly important, we can see how the hobby of pokemon collection have changed, but at the same time, still the same at the core! How some sets have some banger cards and some sets have a few banger cards, trainers, waifus, well so much to say about this! Great video from start to the end
Wow, I love how much effort and knowledge you put in this kind of videos. It is impressive how this hobby has turned into whole case of study. I was shocked to see Crown Zenith in the second spot. I mean, totally Agree with you, it is one of my favorites. They did everything right in this set. It was the perfect way to close SW&SH era. Let’s hope in this era we have something as good as Crown Zenith.
I recently got back into collecting Pokémon Cards and tbh didn't want to look back at the last 24 years to understand the different sets. My plan was to start with current and go forward, mostly due to the financial restriction to get into older sets. This video is helpful to understand some of that history and peaks my interested into expanding backwards a bit more. Thanks for the time and effort!
I think this is a great piece of content, particularly for a lot of us folk who are new back into the scene after 20 odd years, this is bridging a gap in my knowledge and timeline about different gens and sets of cards and raises awareness about what's out there in the Poke TCG universe, great work keep it up brother! 🙏🏼
Celebrations is my top pick. I bought the Ultra Premium collection and have kept it sealed till now. The dream is that my future child would join me in the hobby and we can open it together maybe around a decade from now in Pokémon’s 40th anniversary.
I just started collecting pokemon and i can honestly say im in love with some of the illustration cards in paldea evolved. Everyone keeps talking about 151 and i understand but i think PE is just as good if not better. Also, i might just be a beginner but i absolutely love your videos man, please keep it up and continue helping beginners like myself get a better understanding when it comes to collecting pokemon cards!🙏
But as i was saying, im a beginner when it comes to collecting and i have no idea if 151 will gain crazy value or something in the future so i cant be too sure😅
Loved this video. As someone who has only returned back to TCG recently this was a real nice refresher of some of the great sets over the years 👍🏻 It has to be Gym Heroes for me. The art style being unique and consistent across the board, the tie into the anime was amazing but as someone who spent countless hours on the GBA games it was amazing to have cards like Blaine’s Moltres and have that link to ol’Blaine.
I know that a ton of people love collecting vintage cards for either rarity and/or artwork. I personally love collecting modern art rares and I feel that 151 really is a good bridge between vintage and modern. There's a reason why so many people say they got back into collecting Pokémon cards because of this set. I would love to see Pokémon do something similar with other vintage sets to bring them back into the limelight!
Bravo on the video! Super nice content. 👏 I came back to this collecting thing with 151 and have since been weirded out on how it seems every major TH-camr doesn’t give this set, or S&V in general, the respect it deserves. I even feel sets like Obsidian Flames are super underrated! It has some truly great looking cards! Kind of seems like most of the big TH-camrs are still stuck on Sword&Shield and I can see how following up an era like that would be a daunting task! Maybe it’s just a matter of me being new to “modern collecting” or maybe it’s just a matter of time. Again, great video! Always a pleasure. Surprised that you didn’t include any of the last 3 wotc sets!
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What did you think of this list?
I learned about a lot of vintage sets I'd never heard of!
I really liked the list, very informative
Excellent list my guy, thanks for the outstanding content!
Great list⚡️ i was so happy to see my favourite set 👑in that list 😁🥳
Great list with great rational. However imo I’d put base set 1st as you said Pokemon wouldn’t be what it is today without it 🤔😄
For me is 151 the best set in the past years, it made me fall in love with pokemoncards again. The OG 151 pokemons will forever be the best pokemon for me because of nostalgia. It is just so timeless
Yes 151 was great, but I feel it was only created because Evolutions was so popular. Don't get me wrong, 151 > Evolutions. But when Evolutions printed...it was hard nostalgic, and was the first nostalgic set in really, well ever. And now look....we are getting new Team Rocket and Gym Pokémon sets in 2025!
151 is the bomb it actually feels like the OG but better with the SIR, I had to buy the single Alakazam one even in a psa 9 it’s too damn cool.
@@MrWhitmen1981 facts bro!
@MrWhitmen1981 I also bought myself the Alakazam lol loved the card. I wish reverse holo master balls were an English thing also.
100% agree 151 got me into card collecting, I’m trying to master set 151
Having Call of Legends as the best set ever is definitely one of the hottest takes I have ever heard lol
Haha, it most certainly is. I love it though!
Naw it’s definitely top 5 for me
Having opened a booster box of that set 10 years ago, I really really wish I’d have kept it sealed
My dad bought me a pack from a card shop when I was so young and didn’t know the value of the shiny Lugia 😭
Couldn't agree more about your reasoning for putting Crown Zenith so high. It's the first set in a long time that has made me feel excited to open packs, which is better than any of the past nostalgia based sets can do.
It's the best set ever made. It's gorgeous. The new sets are much better than the old sets, regardless of nostalgia. The art is spectacular.
Since I just recently started collecting pokemon. My favorite set is Crown Zenith. Because of pull rate and beautiful art 🙂
The problem is that it does not have much regular cards. There will be too much repetitions from pack to pack
Mine to I thing is the funniest I’ve ever opened
@@CyrilViXPthe rare cards and not every print is a grade 10 or pristine 10
Super high quality video! As a newer fan, it is great to learn about the history of these older gen sets. I'd love to see more owner cards in the future
I’m so glad they gave us older kids a chance at the base set again with 151. It’s been a blast reliving this iconic part of my childhood.
I just started collecting Pokemon cards within the last couple weeks. I’ve played Pokemon games for years and always loved the franchise but never thought to collect the cards and I lost all my childhood cards. The modern day artworks sucked me into collecting as I think the cards are so beautiful. I also have been watching your videos nonstop to look into what to buy next. I really appreciate the work you put into this and it helps me get my collection to a good start.
151 is hands down my favorite Pokémon TCG series! The nostalgic artwork, the classic Pokémon lineup, and the excitement of opening packs make it unbeatable. Loving every card in this set
Couldn't agree more
First off, I appreciate the environment you’ve built to make videos; very subtle and relaxing. You don’t have your entire/most of your collection behind you, which can be sort of distracting.
I feel like Twilight Masquerade could have been on this list…it has a well balanced blend of original 151 and modern Pokémon. Artwork is amazing on commons all the way to the gold cards. It also captures Japanese culture/traditions hence the Ogerpon masks…timeless art in that line up. To tie it up, the design and colors of sealed product are nice to display if one would like. I 100% dig that Dr. Dre reference from K Dots album…it applies to a lot of aspects in life!
Anywho, just started collecting again (in my 30s) and I enjoy watching your videos…have been learning a lot from your channel.
Awesome video! It was really cool to see some sets and cards I had forgotten about.
I am 100% with you that CZ and 151 are the top modern sets. Having all the top cards in my top loader binder looks so damn good! And for 151 having the three starter evolution lines on a 9 pocket page is chef’s kiss.
The only other things I would’ve mentioned that puts CZ as one of my favorites is the pricing. The top card in the whole set is about $100 USD these days, and many of them you can grab for a lot cheaper. I think it’s very attainable for a large amount of people. 151 on the other hand is getting prohibitively expensive. Buying singles is still relatively affordable but the sealed products are crazy.
The only set that I wish I saw on here as well would be Team Up. I feel like that’s pretty iconic to me! Haha
I have to agree with you about 151. I keep finding new people who are collecting, and they each say. 151 brought me back. 151 and base for me are the top 2. Great video! Your hard work always pays off. :)
Love the video! I was surprised not to see Team Up make the cut. The set was our intro to Tag Team cards, they have beautiful trainer arts and the set includes some big names like Gengar, Pikachu and Eevee….also, I couldn’t agree more with you on Crown Zenith
Thank you for all the info I've recently been given on your channel! Newly started collecting the new Pokemon TCG along with my old base cards. It's been eye opening
Just getting back into after 25 years. 151 sucked me back, however finding many more new sets. Excited for the future with the upcoming sets we’ve been teased with.
Trying to acquire all the knowledge I can. Been watching nothing but Pokemon related videos lately. 😅 takes over just as it did 25 yrs ago!
Good luck everyone!
same man its been about a year and i still find new cards that change my taste all the time
Right here with ya bud
Haha same here
Literally just went down the Pokemon card rabbit hole a few days ago and now I’m here after 25 years looking to get into my first set 😂
Been loving the videos, I appreciate your style and delivery. It appeals to a more mature audience and I think its what sets you apart from other tubers I've watched in the space, so keep it up! As someone who is newly back to the hobby since collecting as a kid, this video was super informative. Interestingly, while I love the original 151 generation and the old cards are iconic, I think the quality of the modern cards versus the classics feels like night and day (at least aesthetically) with the new unique art styles, the full arts, etc. I know I personally find myself gravitating towards the more modern sets, which I am somewhat surprised about. I think it goes to show a set like 151 and others have more going for them besides just the nostalgia factor!
Love these videos helps a newcomer like me what to look for loving finding special cards in the packs seeing videos of different sports and history cards being opened got me interested and Pokémon was the most affordable and most rewarding for sure 😊
There is so much thought and effort put into this content. Awesome list. Thank you
This has to be the most well thought out ranking video I've ever seen. Great job!
I got interested again in Pokemon TCG a few days ago and I am glad it made me discover your channel. Great quality content, keep up the good work with your videos!
This is an amazing and well thought of video. The only thing I would switch up is one and two as I believe you are right when you said that crown zenith feels like it will be the last set pokemon releases forever.
Awesome video, I recently started to collect the cards so I'm mainly focusing on 151.
Awesome channel. Good list explanation.
I love this style of editing. Keep up the good work!
The nostalgia is real! I remember setting aside my pokemon cards and started playing yugioh enjoying the first edition blue eyes white dragon. And then pokemon made a huge comback. I appreciate videos like these because of the information and value you are providing your audience. Keep it up!
You keep outperforming yourself, I absolutely love your videos!
Crown Zenith is amazing and so underrated. In time people will flock to it.
I contemplate buying more of CZ all the time. Still find it so cheap
Definitely not underrated 😂
agreed
I'm new to this Hobby and yet get excited when you post new videos haha
I can see you put so much time and effort in your selections and in this video. I love the explanation. I’m sure you might get grief on the selections but I do agree with what you have mentioned regarding crown, 151, base set and evo skies. Some of these sets, I didn’t even know about since I wasn’t in the hobby. I did learn a lot. Fire video.
You can tell he has put serious thought into this. I've only been a part of the hobby since last year, and any of these slabs would be the top of my PC
As a day one player and collector myself I can tell he is above the age of 34 and is just like me . We been around since the very first packs were cracked !
Pretty great list man! Always appreciate the thought you put into these videos. Out of these my personal fav is Gym Heroes. I’m actually in the process of hunting down the whole set. I think the art and the pokemon themselves never looked cooler. Special shoutout to 151 for bringing me back into the hobby also!
Really enjoyed the selection, thank you for all the effort ! Huge Crown Zenith and 151 fan !
Wow, this video is really something. I never really looked at older sets in my past but this really made me appreciate the older ones I overlooked. I think I still like the newer sets more due to the art but wow, I really think the history of pokemon is facinating just from this video. Amazing stuff my man.
I have recently restarted my interest in PTCG collection after stopping in 2003. Your video has provided me much need insight what has progressed throughout the years. (20!) So much has changed since 2003. Thanks for the vid!
Holon Phantoms and Team Rocket Returns have got to be up there for me.
I think this is a great video for someone like me, who just dived back in to pokemon after like 20 years. It's a great recap of things I've missed, and what sets to look for, which is extra helpful because trying to pick packs when you don't know what's in anything can be daunting.
My top 7 sets are
7: Generations
6: Ancient origins
5: Crown Zenith
4: Unified minds
3: Evolutions
2: Hidden Fates
1: Cosmic eclipse
151 is my favorite. I grew up with these, but 151 got me back into collecting. The full arts are so sick
I always look forward to hearing your opinions on individual cards, sets and the hobby as a whole. I started collecting Pokemon after I was cutting them into pieces of art. Now i have a large collection graded cards, etbs and unopened boxes....so fun!!!
Great videos man, I really enjoy the data analysis!
Thanks for the video. For someone who got into collecting in sword and shield it gave me an insight into some of these great older sets. I agree about Crown Zenith and on top it is such a generous set. Having ripped a bunch of packs of different sets with my kids I've at times I've seen some disappointment with a rough set of pulls, but I can safely say we've never not had a good time with a CZ etb.
Never seen a top like this, good job man
This is a great video! I really love Pokemon and just started collecting recently, after kinda sorta following for many years. Pulled my first Zapdos EX from 151, so that’s my favorite set of all time haha.
Thank you for such a well thought out list!! The detail you put into this list is greatly appreciated. Look forward to your future videos! Currently my favorite sets are 151 and crown zenith. I really love the special illustrations putting Pokémon into an environment now. Make the cards come alive.
New to collection of pokemon cards and videos like this are so helpful I appreciate you.
Really lots of insights here on defining what to look for in a set!
Really helpful video for someone like me who just got started.
I like the way you deliver the story for each sets, not surprising that majority of them are vintage sets which is understandable. They deserves the recognition after surviving the test of time and live to tell the tale. Truly genius!
Phil, been watching since you’ve started and it’s a joy seeing the channel grow. My favorite set(s) as of lately would probably be lost origins and one from the childhood would likely be the neo destiny/ relevations era. I love the new ar’s but the vintage foils always are lovely to look at
I played as a kid and only recently got back into collecting. I love all the original Neo-era sets. Everything from the shining Pokemon to the OG moonbreon. I think the art styles were great and it did a lot to keep interest in the game.
Great points on your video. I don’t know anything about the sets past crystal guardians, so you have definitely given me some sets to check out. Keep up the good work.
My favorite Era of cards also. Neo genesis and destiny's was awesome. That's actually when I stopped collecting as a kid.. and it's crazy cause I got back into collecting after 151 was gone from shelves :/
@@bradclark3198 I’m in the same boat, I feel like just I missed some really cool sets. Looking forward to the new team rocket set though. Hoping for the return of dark Pokemon.
Crystal guardians! Beautiful set love going through my master set and looking at the art and moves of the pokemon which were the same as when I was playing the game.
Great vid 👌
Such a cool set! Thanks for tuning in.
Thanks for the list and all the details and background you included to support your decisions! I have a soft spot for the Skyridge and Aquapolis artworks (also have a soft spot for gen 2), but really like the set-up of the Gym heroes and challenge sets, which makes collecting those sets more fun and rewarding to me, completing every gym leader's team one by one. I also really enjoyed the Delta Species when I was younger, especially Crystal Guardians with its Charizard and Grovyle being my favorites
I just started my Pokemon collections 2 months ago. With the Pokemon 151 as my first master sets. Ever since im so addicted to opening packs, started my Paldean Fates and Stellar Miracle sets now. Been following this channel to help me learn about the collections and investments. It's been very enjoyable getting all the informations from you. Thanks alot, your channel is definitely part of my pokemon collection journey.
Appreciate your support andy! And yes, opening packs is incredibly addictive!
This is outstanding video filled in with very nice TCG facts. Your presentation skills are excellent!
I have been waiting on this video for a long time. Thank you!
Edit: My favorite is the team rocket set. The art is amazing!
Although, I love your take on Pokémon 151 set, and I totally agree
awesome analysis for each set bro good video
This was honestly a really good list having a good variation 🙏🏼
1. Your channel is criminally underated 2. Love your takes here. Personally, 151 got me back into the hobby (like many people) but crown zenith is my favorite
Mate the effort you put into these videos really shows. Super high effort planning and editing. Great stuff.
Nostalgia wise it’s 151; bringing back the originals but I’m quite attached to crown zenith lately. Keep up the videos🔥
Great video! I 151 has just felt so nostalgic for me, I remember opening base set when I was seven years old. 151 is my favorite new set
Neo Destiny is my favourite set of all time. Nice mix of nostalgia, new Pokémon from the original 151 and the shinies looking absolutely gorgeous. Perfecto.
Wow super interesting video! I did grow up with base set, fossil, jungle and continued as a kid up until Neo Destiny and only came back to Pokémon collecting in 2021 with the SWSH era. My knowledge is quite limited for all the sets between 2003-2013 so it was very nice to get a presentation of those sets and how amazing they were! Thanks for the awesome content! 🙏 It would be so hard for me to put together a top 10 list. Highlights are for sure: Base Set (nostalgia), Evolving Skies (modern goat), 151 (epic set) 😁
As a new collector, this video has been great! I just bought my first few backs of 151 and I can't wait for them to get here! Thanks for all the info!
nice video!
Great video mate!
Appreciate that my bro!
I definitely think that crown zenith is an insane set. The amazing pull rates with insane artworks is amazing. Hopefully I’ll open some when i get the chance and i see why you put it so high. Keep up with the good content!🎉
Banger of a video, thank you for posting
I must be the only one who loves Neo genesis and Neo destiny! It was the sets I missed out on .
Love the content and it gave me loads to think about and I want to go backwards and collect rather than forwards.
Solid list, can't say I disagree with any of these! ❤️
My love of Pokémon and amazing life long memories from down under coming to the surface during every upload. Keep up the good work 👍
Really goodvideo my favorite set was the base set of diamond and pearle cause it was my first set!
I really enjoyed this video thanks.. also 151 got be back into Pokémon after so many years lol I’m sure I’m the first person to tell you that
Great video and dedication
Getting into collecting cards for the first time! I was mostly into the games as a kid and I’m raging I’ve missed the 151 release, hoping for a reprint!
But your videos have been a great help to understand the TCG so far! This was a great video for getting a bit of a history lesson on the top sets! Thank you!!
Great video! Really like the content. My best set has to be base. Whilst I don't have much of it, the nostalgia and the artwork is just so good
A great list! I’m sure these were hard to narrow down to just 10, especially with the nostalgia vs artwork factor 🔥🔥🔥
Thanks for all your great videos! I started collecting Pokemon again only recently after stopping after generation 1. The nostalgia of 151 for me accompanied by the modern artistic spin and the plethora of variety of art styles make this set one of my current favourites, apart from base set! You make a great point though that it is extremely difficult to remove oneself from the nostalgia of the early generations as they are linked not only to childhood memories of the card game but are compounded by their connection to the TV show (watched before going to school) and the gameboy games! Great list and explanations nonetheless!
That was hands-down one of the greatest presentations I’ve ever seen. Well done, brother. A+++
I really appreciate that. I put a lot of work into the presentation, so the fact you noticed means a lot. Hope to see you on the channel again soon!
I personally think 80% or higher of sealed collectors do not care how evolving skies looks like. I agree where I hate the yellow and green colors, but most sealed collectors care more about the price behind it than looks.
@@RichPokePicks i remember opening EvoSkies when it came out and being relatively disappointed and underwhelmed with the cards and art- especially with the pull rates. But by far my least favorite is Battle Styles - I dont get that one at all.
I like the green and yellow quite a lot 🤷♂️
It's also a weird take. Sealed collectors care about the value and the cards inside. The box being anything outside of the standard white is a plus. ES, Fusion, and Chilling all look cool on a shelf.
@@zacharymutter8432Absolutely agree
Great video! You can see how much thought was put in! Wish I continued to collect as the years went on. The cards I collected as a kid were lost at some point in time 😢 keep up the great work! 😄
I do think this kind of video is extremly important, we can see how the hobby of pokemon collection have changed, but at the same time, still the same at the core!
How some sets have some banger cards and some sets have a few banger cards, trainers, waifus, well so much to say about this!
Great video from start to the end
Wow, I love how much effort and knowledge you put in this kind of videos. It is impressive how this hobby has turned into whole case of study.
I was shocked to see Crown Zenith in the second spot. I mean, totally Agree with you, it is one of my favorites.
They did everything right in this set. It was the perfect way to close SW&SH era. Let’s hope in this era we have something as good as Crown Zenith.
I recently got back into collecting Pokémon Cards and tbh didn't want to look back at the last 24 years to understand the different sets. My plan was to start with current and go forward, mostly due to the financial restriction to get into older sets.
This video is helpful to understand some of that history and peaks my interested into expanding backwards a bit more. Thanks for the time and effort!
Best video yet ! Amazing work bro!
Video so good I had to watch it twice and save it to my Playlist! Best video I have ever seen on top 10 sets ! You truly nailed it mate ! 👍
This is one of the greatest content you ever made! I really appreciate your time and dedication to enlighten me on all these amazing sets! Thank you!
Thanks Jake, I enjoyed making the video!
Thanks for all the information. My son and I just started collecting. I love to see his excitement while opening packs.
Amazing video, i like how tell hole history behind the set, my favorite set is team up because of the amazing tag team cards
I’m not super informed on all sets, but I never would have guessed your #1. I feel like I’ve never even looked at those cards. Great list 👍
I love how informative your videos are. You are a credit to the hobby especially for beginner collectors. Keep up the good work 👍
I think this is a great piece of content, particularly for a lot of us folk who are new back into the scene after 20 odd years, this is bridging a gap in my knowledge and timeline about different gens and sets of cards and raises awareness about what's out there in the Poke TCG universe, great work keep it up brother! 🙏🏼
Celebrations is my top pick. I bought the Ultra Premium collection and have kept it sealed till now. The dream is that my future child would join me in the hobby and we can open it together maybe around a decade from now in Pokémon’s 40th anniversary.
That's awesome mate. I hope that works out for you. My daughter and I collect and its great.
I think this list is pretty accurate😎 good job!
Thanks for all the information!
I just started collecting pokemon and i can honestly say im in love with some of the illustration cards in paldea evolved. Everyone keeps talking about 151 and i understand but i think PE is just as good if not better.
Also, i might just be a beginner but i absolutely love your videos man, please keep it up and continue helping beginners like myself get a better understanding when it comes to collecting pokemon cards!🙏
But as i was saying, im a beginner when it comes to collecting and i have no idea if 151 will gain crazy value or something in the future so i cant be too sure😅
Great video! Only recently got back into collecting, so this was a great history lesson and interesting insight!
Loved this video. As someone who has only returned back to TCG recently this was a real nice refresher of some of the great sets over the years 👍🏻
It has to be Gym Heroes for me. The art style being unique and consistent across the board, the tie into the anime was amazing but as someone who spent countless hours on the GBA games it was amazing to have cards like Blaine’s Moltres and have that link to ol’Blaine.
I know that a ton of people love collecting vintage cards for either rarity and/or artwork. I personally love collecting modern art rares and I feel that 151 really is a good bridge between vintage and modern. There's a reason why so many people say they got back into collecting Pokémon cards because of this set. I would love to see Pokémon do something similar with other vintage sets to bring them back into the limelight!
Appreciate the content and hard work, great video
Bravo on the video! Super nice content. 👏
I came back to this collecting thing with 151 and have since been weirded out on how it seems every major TH-camr doesn’t give this set, or S&V in general, the respect it deserves. I even feel sets like Obsidian Flames are super underrated! It has some truly great looking cards! Kind of seems like most of the big TH-camrs are still stuck on Sword&Shield and I can see how following up an era like that would be a daunting task! Maybe it’s just a matter of me being new to “modern collecting” or maybe it’s just a matter of time.
Again, great video! Always a pleasure.
Surprised that you didn’t include any of the last 3 wotc sets!