Logan Paul has a bold take on investing that could change how you approach Pokemon card prices. He says most mainstream advice pushes safe, balanced bets where wins and losses even out. But Paul argues you should hunt for asymmetric bets instead, ones where the upside is huge compared to the risk. Think of it like this: spend a little on a card that might skyrocket in value, even if most do not.
In the Pokemon TCG world, this idea fits right now. Prices for many top cards from sets like Scarlet and Violet Surging Sparks have dropped this December. The Pikachu ex Special Illustration Rare, once a hot chase card, fell from around $380 to $339.75. Latias ex Special Illustration Rare sits at $158.79, down but holding steady. Milotic ex Special Illustration Rare dipped below $100 to $96.18, and others like Hydreigon ex at $37.98 follow the trend. Only a few like Durant ex at $20.08 bucked the slide.[1]
Videos tracking 2025 values show the same pattern. Big hitters like certain monochrome cards dropped $30 to $40 from peaks, while others flatten around $250 to $300 after wild swings from $600 highs.[2][3] High-end sales rebalanced too, with some vintage-style cards hammering 64% below 2022 prices despite better grades.[6] Modern sets from Surging Sparks to Temporal Forces trade lower, with packs lingering on shelves.[7]
This dip creates asymmetric opportunities Paul would love. Mainstream tips might say wait for stability or stick to proven winners. But with prices down, grab cards like the new Gold Hyper Rares, debuting as rare chases in the Mega Evolution era, at $48.04 for Pikachu ex.[1] Or eye ones showing support levels, like those holding at $320 or $1,000 after drops.[3][5] Market trends point to strong collector interest from nostalgia and gameplay, with sales growth at 126% over two years in the $10 to $80 range.[4]
Paul’s point shines here: most cards may keep falling, but a few could explode if demand rebounds. Renewed hype around modern sets keeps them competitive.[1] Videos note quick buy-ups at lows, pushing prices from $1,350 back toward $2,400.[5] Skip the even odds. Bet small on the sleepers with big potential, like illustration rares or supporters cooling off from $200 starts.[8] Track TCGPlayer shifts weekly for your edge.
