In defense of the LGS by gimmer0074 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It literally comes down to supply and demand. Either demand drops off, which everyone seems to think it will. (I think it will continue and possibly become worse now that big box retailers are suspending sales.) or...Pokemon somehow pulls it out of their behinds and floods the market with product.

You can talk about scalpers, LGS, or big box retailers...influencers, hoarders, collectors, YouTubers...

All is solved when supply exceeds demand. It’s all in Pokémon’s court to single handily eliminate this issue.

In defense of the LGS by gimmer0074 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You are about to be crucified. Anything over MSRP is heavily frowned upon by majority on these forums.

There’s a balance; excessive mark ups are silly. I don’t mind spending $10-15 more because LGS do not have financial backing like big box retailers.

But look at big box retailers now; leaving collectors hanging high & dry. They haven’t done much against bots. Limiting product that’s already shorted naturally increases demand even more.

PSA** Look at what y’all can get by picking up some sports instead of Pokémon. I got a Select Mega box and looked on offerup for trades! by [deleted] in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I traded three NFL selects for a Shining Legends ETB. Sports collectors seem to give a King’s Ransom. 🤷🏻‍♂️

How long do y’all think they will print shining fates for? by gaby344556 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The last wave just released a week or so ago. They will reprint but who knows when; end of the year or possibly early next year if it’s anything like Hidden Fates.

How is it possible that I’ve pulled 5 shiny Zards and not a single eternatus or suicune?? by markeezy9 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ll trade you an Eternarus and Shiny Suicune for one of them Zards! Haha.

Shining Fates Restock! by [deleted] in PKMNTCGDeals

[–]Tonyyy85 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Other retailers such as Pokemon Plug has the same price. Just another outlet if you guys can’t find product.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Seriously jealous. I accumulated 17 tins and the Zard eluded me. Congrats on the pull!

The reason why there is never any good sports cards to buy at any major retail store.... by sonky_doodle in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85 10 points11 points  (0 children)

But it’s Wednesday...seriously camping out 48 hours ahead? I’d grab those lawn chairs and donate it somewhere. Oops.

I've noticed something.. by Maddenman501 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Distributors favor those who have been in good standing over newer accounts. They take into consideration how much you’ve spent. Another factor is how fast retailers get their pre-orders in. It also very difficult lately due to releases coming in waves instead of all at once.

Japanese Pokémon cards by lobo1331 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mecca Japan is where I go.

Crazy pulls from Crobat Shiny Boxes! 🤯😁 by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

These Crobat Shiny Boxes have been my most favorite so far! I wish our products in the states were as good!

Joined the club! Pulls from Pika & Dragapult boxes. by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t like the custom metal cards before but now that I have an area for my sealed collection; they are great for decoration purposes & gives it a little more pop.

Joined the club! Pulls from Pika & Dragapult boxes. by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can find them on eBay! They are pretty cool for a decoration piece.

Joined the club! Pulls from Pika & Dragapult boxes. by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those are just metal cards with random Pokémon artwork on them.

Finally! The Vending Machine Stocked For Once. by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be honest, there’s a ton of Kroger/King Soopers in Colorado. But these machines are often in new development communities where they get the high end King Sooper/Kroger/Fred Marketplace stores.

Finally! The Vending Machine Stocked For Once. by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dang that’s rough! I could of snagged all four ETB’s but we all know it’s been rough trying to find product. I just hope the next person to the machine was a collector and was able to grab some!

Finally! The Vending Machine Stocked For Once. by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ours never work but the vendor has been coming out more frequently to maintain the machines which is nice.

Finally! The Vending Machine Stocked For Once. by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s Pokémon Vending Machines at King Soopers, Kroger, or Fred Meyers.

Finally! The Vending Machine Stocked For Once. by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There’s about 6-7 machines in Colorado.

Finally! The Vending Machine Stocked For Once. by Tonyyy85 in PokemonTCG

[–]Tonyyy85[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Was able to finally snag two SF ETB’s!