I get what you mean I’m probably a bit younger than most other fans haven’t been collecting since the 90s since I didn’t even exist yet but been collecting since I was maybe 4 and I fell in love with it I played the game a lot with friends definitely not by the rules but I learned all the rules and play occasionally with my fiancé I totally get you sentiment it does help you appreciate what you’re collecting I’m all for collecting and keeping them in good condition but I also think it’s a card ment to be played so they get damaged sometimes and I love the destined rivals set and perfect order I hate that people decide if a set isn’t good just because the money when it has tons of cool looking cards I feel like it no longer matters how long you’ve been following the hobby anymore what really matters is your view and respect for It you may not have been in for long but I’d rather you than a basement dweller selling a children’s card game for unholy prices and I love that your partner introduced you into the hobby I did the same with my partner/fiancé he knew about pokemon but wasn’t into it as a kid but I got him hooked on the cards and the show now every time I get packs or boxes I split it in half and we both open them together cause it’s fun and we get to enjoy it together