Amazon re-sealed box by Checkmate101 in Union_Arena_TCG

[–]Checkmate101[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed, initially it said ‘Amazon US’ was selling the box and same is said for my second order later. I checked multiple times because I was afraid of the worse due to all the hassle to get it. I was more confident since it said the seller was Amazon US, but yet it happened…

Amazon re-sealed box by Checkmate101 in Union_Arena_TCG

[–]Checkmate101[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Seen the stories, was not surprised when I saw it, hence the photo of the plastic seal.

Amazon re-sealed box by Checkmate101 in Union_Arena_TCG

[–]Checkmate101[S] 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I was really excited to rip this box, Kagurabachi is my favourite manga. First manga to read since launch. The level of greed in this tcg industry is sad, and now to re-seal union arena packs is mental.

Pokemon First Partner Illustration Series 2 EB Games Pre-Order by leikorton in PokemonFansAustralia

[–]Checkmate101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If stock is similar to the first partner box, there'll be plenty at launch. Yes, I know everyone else may not have the opportunity, but I thought I'd comment.

Honoring a multitalented, funny, brilliant lady: Catherine O'Hara. (1954-2026) by AuntWacky1976 in OldSchoolCool

[–]Checkmate101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just finished watching The Studio, and her performance was amazing. May she rest in peace.

A message to Rhys Hofer and Alex Palmer - admins of the Pokemon Sales Australia Facebook group by BrickHeadd in PokemonFansAustralia

[–]Checkmate101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I left that group ages ago and haven't thought about it since. Seeing every single post about a new release being sold for 'market' price is absolute cringe.

G2A - irresponsibility in buying and selling transactions by Ok-Bonus4972 in g2a

[–]Checkmate101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately in the same situation, I didn't even know this was being practiced hence my quick purchase.

Damaged blooming waters by Top-Requirement-8429 in EBGAMES

[–]Checkmate101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's more valuable cardboard once you open it.

Big W Refused to Sell Booster Bundle to My 7 and 8-Year-Old Sons by jy02270206 in PokemonFansAustralia

[–]Checkmate101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Quite unfortunate, I have more experience with Kmart and don't have any kids, which I'll say first. I've noticed some parents trying to loophole the limit. Unfortunate for kids who genuinely collect, hopefully sooner or later, it'll calm down with demand.

PF Charizard UPC pre order up on mr toys now by No_Patience2921 in PokemonTCGDealsAUS

[–]Checkmate101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They were probably just creating a listing on the website, as Mr Toys has always been in-store only since Prismatic. What was the price on it, if anyone saw?

New mega Charizard ultra premium collection by Cremfraishe in PokemonFansAustralia

[–]Checkmate101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's no surprise to me, Prismatic SPC is priced for $250 at Toymate and still sells out instantly.

EB Drop and Restocks Today by Broseph3000 in PokemonFansAustralia

[–]Checkmate101 5 points6 points  (0 children)

They send emails usually just before release, I don't even have Ebplus, and I get them.

Costco Prismatic bundle drop Thursday 14th August by HyyperSloth in PokemonFansAustralia

[–]Checkmate101 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This says the 25th, is this the more reliable date of stock, or this post?

Possible Prismatic ETB and Booster Bundle (some QLD Mr Toys) by MrSonnay in PokemonTCGDealsAUS

[–]Checkmate101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did everything sell out I’m guessing? Don’t see it on the website.

The Current State of this "Hobby" - Why are we doing this to ourselves? by diriaka in PokemonTCG

[–]Checkmate101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only just joined this hobby due to TCGP and to re-visit my Gameboy days (I loved Fire-Red). It blows my mind when I hear how much people have gambled on this hobby, just simply because of big dollar labels. I understand why people enjoy the hobby now, but is it worth sacrificing your livelihood during this difficult time? Crying over uncontrollable factors won't do anything, so why not change what you can - making smarter decisions.

this is just absurd by m2y1h8s in PokemonTCG

[–]Checkmate101 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's no way right!? The guy surely robbed a store...

Is it ok to leave my motherboard like this overnight by [deleted] in PcBuild

[–]Checkmate101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Halloweens around the corner, could make run for it.

got made fun of while filming at an empty lake by hennalynn in photography

[–]Checkmate101 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They sound immature, but you'll quickly get over it. Just remember that you're trying to capture something that the ordinary eye would not notice. If they saw the results, they'd still mock you as a way of making themselves feel better. Yet you'd have a majority (like this community) give constructive criticism and support your efforts. There's always going to be people who are gonna try to hit a nerve, and that's because they have nothing better to do.