Why the Classic WOTC Holo on Base Set Fighting Energy Matters to Grading
The WOTC holographic pattern on Base Set Fighting Energy cards matters to grading because it's one of the most visible indicators of authenticity and...
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Common Myths About Cleaning a Base Set Rattata Before Grading
The myth that a Base Set Rattata needs to be cleaned before grading is one of the most persistent misconceptions in Pokemon card collecting.
Why Base Set Starmie Is Quietly Becoming a Top Investment Card
Despite its iconic status in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Base Set Starmie is not actually becoming a top investment card.
Common Myths About Cleaning a Base Set Poliwag Before Grading
The myth that cleaning a Base Set Poliwag will improve its grading score is one of the most persistent misconceptions in the Pokémon card collecting...
Completing a Base Set With Wigglytuff as the Final Card
Completing a Pokémon base set with Wigglytuff as the final card means you're down to the last card standing when you acquire Wigglytuff, finishing your...
How to Spot a Error Print Base Set Professor Oak at a Card Show
An error print Base Set Professor Oak card can be identified by examining several telltale defects including misaligned borders, improper centering, ink...
Local Card Shops vs Online Marketplaces for Base Set Staryu
For most casual collectors seeking a Base Set Staryu, online marketplaces offer significantly better pricing and selection than local card shops.
Hot Take: Base Set Electabuzz Is the Most Overrated Card in the Set
Base Set Electabuzz is overrated because its market value has become disconnected from its actual utility and scarcity.
Completing a Base Set With Diglett as the Final Card
Completing a Pokemon base set with Diglett as your final card means you've collected all 102 cards from the original 1999 set, with this unassuming...
Hot Take: Base Set Metapod Is the Most Overrated Card in the Set
Base Set Metapod is overrated, and it's time the Pokemon card community acknowledged it. This Stage 1 Grass-type evolution of Caterpie (card #54/102 in...