I've recently decided to just collect 1 of each card in my personal pokedex collection. This saves me money and let's me go at a slower pace with my collecting. Because oh boy can i get carried away buying cards on eBay, whatnot, target, etc... lol! And then whenever I get a nicer card than what I currently have, I'll just swap it out. Not saying this is the right way to collect but this is a way that I found works for me. Thanks for the great content Jake!

Congratulations on making your 642th video on KZread, Jake! XD Happy New Year! 🎉

I love how you brought up there are different types of collectors out there. Pokémon 151 was the first set I wanted to master. I realized though that I can’t choose to master every set or else I would get bored and spend too much money. I like collected sets and singles that I feel have a chance to carry value. I also have a few random cards that might not have much value but the artwork is phenomenal. Great video as always.

@evanb2846

5 ай бұрын

Exactly same here

Great video ! love the energy

Thank you for the advice!!!

i like shiny Pokémon and primarily spend my time in the games shiny hunting… Paldean Fates is calling my name! looks even better than Shining Fates

I love your channel! I just started my collection and all your tips were so handy and made me pick collect the right way. Thanks 🎉

Happy new year Jake!

Really awesome video! I know its easy to be all over the place when it comes to collecting. My main focus for the next couple of months is to just complete my 151 set. That is one set I feel is worthy of mastering, so until I complete that mission, I wont look at too many other things. At the same time it's very hard to pass up on a good deal if I come across one. Wish me luck lol

@DJ-pp4mt

4 ай бұрын

Good luck bro! I have the same goal. Got my charizard, blastoise, venusaur, and zapdos SIR's. About halfway done with the set

Ty for the tips

Happy new year!

I mainly collect eevee/eeveelution products to keep sealed. I also kept 2 etbs and a booster box of evolving skies sealed I figured the amount of eeveelutions in the set would fit into my sealed collection very well and it was the set I started collecting when I returned to the hobby.

great video man.

Hi jake love ur videos i collect mostly pikachu japanese promo like from the xy era old school mostly x

Im going for Crown zenith and Lost origin next after 151

Just wanted to say that I use these videos as a good guide to buying and collecting Pokemon card's so keep the great videos coming. Also wanted to ask if a 1999 pikachu movie promo psa 9 graded slab signed by veronica Taylor is a good investment and what are the price ranges for them so any help would be greatly appreciated

Best thing is grab any pokemon series that's on offer in sales in clearance sections etc will always be best value for money that way. Things often go on sale or in clearance before new series comes out.

You are the best Jake

Lost Origin is a bit slept on imo, has some absolute bangers!

@dallasdoobman

5 ай бұрын

Agree, underrated set

@Top_Loaded_JRGS77

5 ай бұрын

yeah Im about to buy a handful of Lost Booster boxes and they are as low as $120 on eBay

@kaijutraps

5 ай бұрын

@jrgsteel do you trust eBay I have usually just used tcgplayer because they have always been so great about refunding me if there was any issues but I always felt like ebay was more sketchy for some reason like I'd have a higher reseal chance what are your thoughts?

@poliwagkid

5 ай бұрын

Yeah the Prehistoric/Jurassic Theme for Aero freakin dactyl by the illustrator Nurikabe is so dope! I'm glad I got that card in Japanese Version Lost Abyss. 🦕🦖

@A-rob-zg5er

4 ай бұрын

Bangers? Lol

Going on vintage, what are your thoughts on grabbing the Darks / Team Rockets at PSA 9?

im looking forward to picking up a moonbreon and a Sealed Evolving Skies Booster Box

I just started this week. I am starting in the 151 area

On one hand this is great, on the other hand I know personally that this puts a massive amount of pressure on LGSs. It didn't get cheaper coming from distribution, I can almost guarantee that.

@IrmTheGirm

5 ай бұрын

Gotta support the LCS

I gonna add anything with a pokemon from gen 1 on it to my sealed collection.

10/10 and i want links to food pokemon!

I have noticed vintage is slowly creeping up again. I’m going to say it’s attributed to the release of 151. Lots of new people have come in recently and I’m seeing a common trend of people completing 151 and moving directly to vintage collecting. Vintage hit bottom and is climbing. Buy now before it’s too late!

i love your content man also where did you buy those posters in the back of you i love them

@TwicebakedJake

5 ай бұрын

They were from the Pokemon center website. They might still be available

@GundaManBatan

5 ай бұрын

@@TwicebakedJake ty man

I have the budget to buy only 2-3 singles packs per month, what should I focus on? Thank you for the informative video!

Great video I collection the Chinese ones

I actually just bought 6 booster box cases!!!! 🎉 I’ve been waiting for 3 years!! Finally had the chance lol. Where are you finding 70-80 boxes???

Looking forward to wild force think I’ll collect that set love some gen 2

Where best place to buy those $5 below cards you mentioned in the vid?? Ty

Question... New to collecting and want to know if there is a differnce in pull rate between ETBs and booster packs. Should I be focusing on one more than the other. I feel the price and accessibility for ETBs (especially 151) is much more attainable and slightly more affordable.

@falloutmirelurk4471

5 ай бұрын

Apperently there is no difference in pull rates..but I haven't really ever gotten anything good out of Etbs..but im investing in them

Your background is insane

Got two booster boxed of 151 Japanese, I wanna open both 😅

What do you think or Vstar Universe?

Congrats on video 642! 🎉😂

My son started collecting Obsidian flames, we are only 31 cards away from finishing, at this point no sense buying packs so geting last few as individuals. I think we will start the 151 but they are so much more expensive

Can we get a vid of your sealed stuff

What do you think about collecting the Amazing Rares Cards for Vivid Voltage and from Shining Fates ?

Do you think paldean fates mini tin sealed go up in price one day?

Where are the best online places to buy these? I saw good deals on amazon, but people complained about the seller.

I'm happy to collect ex charizard packs and 151 trainer elite box and the 151 premium package

Have they stopped selling 151? All stores are fully out of stock

I've opened like 150 151 packs I got about 20 cards left for a master set. One being nidoqueen reverse halo I got like 6 nidokings and not a single nidoqueen. Hoping for a god pack in my next opening after that I'm just buying the last of the singles luckily most are cheap

I know Evolving skies has skyhigh price tag. So i suggest look out for sealed products with evolving skies inside, Since they are typically undervalued if you consider the Evolving skies you get.

Other than picking up some slabs and specialized products, I’ve got nothing new to look forward to.

Congrats on video 642. Personally I actually enjoy japanese sealed products more than english. Want to buy more than 10 151 japanese booster boxes

Crazy I stopped collecting because the best art work lack master pieces after the pandemic… overall I like old things…I have bought some collection boxes just to invest and not to open, but I might buy a little bit more…

Jake, my friend, you never fail to put a smile on my face! Such positivity, straight vibing. Have a great 2024! If anyone’s reading through, what do you think about Fusion Strike?

@Beesson6606

5 ай бұрын

Fusion Strike is an excellent set that I'm a big fan of. Definitely underrated if you ask me.

Where is the best place to buy packs ?

Just started collecting again but I started with Paldean fates not knowing 151 is more of a throwback set 😭😭😭 now I’m stuck between finishing paldean fates or starting 151 because of the nostalgia

@burns0100

3 ай бұрын

Both good sets, 151 isn't going anywhere while PF will fall off over time.

Shiny Treasure EX at $65 is a no brainer! Better than Shiny Star V and those are $180 two years later. Definitely picking up a sealed case of Shiny Treasure EX!

@falloutmirelurk4471

5 ай бұрын

Ya 151 Japanese is already at 200..I'm going to be picking up a few shiny treasures to keep sealed as well

I remember watching the 2023 version

Just giving a comment to help out

what about celebrations? is it retail

Do you think if the card company will make more SV 151 products like the tins and booster bundles? I want to get some SV 151 tins and booster bundles but they are out of stock everywhere or overpriced in my area.

@evanb2846

5 ай бұрын

Probably not. ETBs and UPCs will be available in stores for a while still but the booster bundles and tins are pretty much done stocking I'd say. Although no one truly knows for sure?

How do I get those pikachu cards with the costumes

I got a video 642 shirt

My question is, is it better to open the boxes, or just keep the whole box sealed? Is it better to risk it for a valuable card?

Chilling Reign is out of print with so much valuable cards in the set

@DJ-pp4mt

4 ай бұрын

I got all 3 galarian bird alt arts and I regret nothing

Astral Radiance and 151 😈

Can I hold onto my packs that aren’t in boxes? They’re unopened Japanese 151 packs but will they go up in value over time like the other items? Got them for £5 each will they be worth more in a year or 2 time? I’m new any help would be great

@daringiconoclast6547

4 ай бұрын

Supply and demand. 151 is already going up in value because the set is so cool. I don't know how to find out when something is out of print, but once the only way to get new cards for the set is through the secondary market the price will rise more. Basically as long as Pokemon cards remain popular it seems they will rise in value over the years, the longer the better. Try finding a sealed booster box from 15 years ago for less than 2k. Ex Crystal Guardians for example is like 20k right now, because so few sealed boxes exist, and I guess people really liked the set.

Just thought premium 151 collectors box for 80$

I was here when this video was called "Video 642"

Hi what are your thoughts on collecting Tin cans ?

@TwicebakedJake

5 ай бұрын

They corrode too easily, I would reccomend collecting aluminum cans

Video 642, never thought I'd see that one.

The answer to this question is common sense… collect cards you like and sets you want. Find things you like and get them. It’s pretty simple.

I agree with 151 and crown zenith are good sets to grab,but I can see paldean fates being the next shining fates

151 yes, CZ yes - Paldean Fates? Hard pass. If it's anything like Shining Fates then Paldean Fates will be a total dud. Call this a hot take but all the shiny sets are overrated, Hidden Fates included.

Does Best Buy sell Pokemon card products online from resellers and third parties? Or do they come straight from Pokemon? Trying to avoid resealed products.

@CaptainChedda

3 ай бұрын

Only Walmart and Amazon have resellers and they list who sells them under sold and shipped by

Is There a direct dm button I wanna show you my display ! I just got back into the hobbie late 2023

The simple answer to the video question is.....Japanese 151.

@gbaculina

5 ай бұрын

Any reason why the Japanese 151?

@CatsnCoasters

5 ай бұрын

@gbaculina I'm buying and keeping them sealed. Will hold and increase in value over time. I think that's almost certain.

@trippy5519

5 ай бұрын

@@gbaculina the masterball chases, should really help the set long term.

@Tornadospeed10

5 ай бұрын

Where would one buy Japanese sets in the US?

@CatsnCoasters

5 ай бұрын

@Tornadospeed10 sorry, no idea. I'm in the UK and use JapantoUK.

No better value than 2 pokeballs and a SV etb at Costco.

Thank you for all you do I personally am leaving the hobby but I have always appreciated your content.

@KingLugia2022

5 ай бұрын

Do you mind me asking why?

@MrTacogood

5 ай бұрын

@KingLugia2022 something broke in me when my one piece card game set 05 pre order got canceled on me and not being able to find it for a reasonable price to the point I just don't have the same joy I did for any cards unfortunately now it felt like a chore to open packs so I'm gonna move on and focus on myself. Maybe one day the spark will return but for now I'm done with all tcg.

@KingLugia2022

5 ай бұрын

@@MrTacogood sorry to hear that. Best wishes on your new journey.

@MrTacogood

5 ай бұрын

@KingLugia2022 thanks I always try to have a positive attitude because it goes much farther then being negative so I'm excited for this new chapter I'm my life

Not gunna lie I bought the fake charizard and a few other super expensive cards , and the fake looks great in a binder , I literally feel fine knowing it's a replica

I saw a briefcase of the complete PSA 10 Masterball Japanese 151 set on eBay if there are any whales out there that read this.

Wait where are these Booster Boxes at, I cant find any for under $120

@wafuboe3777

3 ай бұрын

yeah lo where?!

@AbrahamLincolnOfficialChannel

Ай бұрын

that was months ago during the holiday season things got way cheaper

The simple answer is collect the booster box and never open it 😉

What about evolving skies?

@TwicebakedJake

5 ай бұрын

Especially evolving skies

My idea is if companies put guaranteed a grated card every 2 or 3 boxes maybe this would change my mind about buying boxes millions for you but nothing for me Don't steal my idea without me thanks is guaranteed sales

Chilling reign is a sleeper

you find them cheaper in stores of course the reason is that they process them and you have less chance to get a good card sorry that I have cracked your babble my opinion is if you like a card set find the best cards and buy them on a PSA or GCC. if you spent $500 for boxes and IF you find and if good condition and and and ! .

I want to see a new epic Gengar centred product! Or theme atleast

Hi Jake

The way this guy says pokaahmaan

Easy answer: German paldean fates, lot rarer than the other languages

But you said everything is terrible jake.

✌🏾🙏🏾🐜

be careful breaking open slabs as a first timer. you can easily ruin cards cracking it open.

@thellebusch

5 ай бұрын

Can I ask what slabs are?

@persuasivebarrier2419

5 ай бұрын

@@thellebusch i just mean the plastic casing that graded cards are placed into (psa, cgc, etc).

nice video but i cant take the talking hands

Even though CZ is the bestest set created

Video 642

Wouldn’t buy any og packs. Prob scammers selling and resealed

Graded cards are such a scam. I should.. make a video about it.

Pokemon card in general is slowly sinking. Why? The card collecting hobby is too expensive, inconsistent illustration and design, new era Pokemon sucks, people slowly realizing it's not worth it. Even trading card stores are having a hard time selling their singles now and days.💯

lol title is video 642

character cards? you mean waifu cards XD

Rift!

whys your face so shiny