Pokemon fan buys first trading card game pack in 20 years for incredible haul

Fan Pokemon trading card game shares the exciting pull of Scarlet and Violet 151 set up with the community. They were lucky enough to find the Venusaur ex card on their first booster pack purchase in 20 years. The Pokemon TCG the tabletop and trading card game released eight expansion sets between 1998 and 2003 under Wizards of the Coast before The Pokemon Company took over licensing. Much like the OG collector returning to the game after 20 years, it's fairly common for fans to dip into and out of the hobby, and game releases show no signs of slowing down.

Based on the success of the trading card game, a game was released in 2024 Pokemon TCG: Pocketwhich delivered a digital alternative to card collecting. Trainers can open virtual packs for free using in-game collectibles, and fans don't have to worry about physically storing draws. in addition Pokemon TCG: Pocket recently celebrated the Venusaur drop event, hosting solo battles with a Venusaur full-art variant as the reward.

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Posted on Reddit by JWS5th, a photo of the Venusaur ex z full art card Scarlet and Violet 151 was shared on Pokemon TCG subreddit. The collector noted that this was the first time they had bought a booster pack in 20 years after taking a break from collecting since the early 2000s. After hearing Pokemon TCG released a set with the original 151 Pokemon, the collector knew they wanted to return to the hobby, similar to another Pokemon fan who scored an incredible move from the last one Scarlet and Violet 151 box at their local store. In addition, the fan was impressed with the development of the artwork since the last time they got their hands on some cards.

A Pokemon TCG fan pulled the Rare Venusaur Ex Card from the first booster pack in 20 years

Redditors noted that the Charizard card from 151 set usually gets all the attention, but they thought more praise should be given to the gorgeous artwork of the Venusaur card. Pokemon fans have reworked Venusaur and his evolution before, but the full art extended by Yoriyuki Ikegami is a floral feast for the eyes. Additionally, other fans shared their love for 151 expansion, explaining that the nostalgic set drew them back to the hobby.

Fans are currently looking forward to it Scarlet and purple sparks expansion to cap off an exciting year of releases. The current set focuses on the Terrarium from the game Indigo Disk DLC and features Stellar Tera Pokémon from Generation 9 along with new card mechanics, including Ace Specs and combos. Looking to 2025, collectors have Scarlet and purple prismatic evolutions something to look forward to, it starts on January 17.

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