Logan Paul Challenges Young People to Study Scarcity in Pokemon Cards
Logan Paul, the YouTuber and wrestler known for his big personality, recently dropped a bold message to young Pokemon collectors: study scarcity if you want to win in this market.[1] He pointed out how rare cards like the Umbreon VMAX Alternate Art from Evolving Skies hold massive value because so few exist in top condition.[1] Right now, that card sits at $2,063 on TCGPlayer after dropping $155 in the last month, but Paul says its limited supply keeps it as the king of modern chase cards.[1]
Scarcity means how few copies of a card are out there, especially the shiny alternate arts or special prints that everyone wants.[1][5] Paul is pushing kids and teens to learn this instead of just chasing hype. He argues that understanding supply and demand can help you spot deals before prices bounce back. Take the Rayquaza VMAX Alternate Art at $701, up lately and maybe ready to challenge Umbreon soon.[1] Or the Umbreon V Alternate Art at $429, down $140 but still scarce enough to stay valuable.[1]
The market shows this lesson in action. Prices for top Evolving Skies cards like Dragonite V Alternate Art ($405) and Espeon V Alternate Art ($169) prove rarity drives long-term worth, even as some modern cards dip overall.[1][3][7] Paul wants young fans to dig into print runs, graded populations, and sales history on sites like TCGPlayer. Videos from collectors note how Umbreon hit $1,350 low before buyers scooped them up, pushing it back to $2,400 fast.[5]
For new collectors, Pauls tip is simple: focus on sets like Evolving Skies where scarcity creates chasers.[1] Cards like Sylveon V Alternate Art ($154) or Glaceon V ($98) show even mid-tier rares hold steady because they are hard to find pristine.[1] While some prices cool off, like Misty’s Favor from $200 earlier this year, scarcity fans bet on rebounds.[8]
Paul sees this as a life skill for youth. Learn why a Rayquaza Rainbow Rare at $72 stays hot or why Noivern V Alternate Art hits $63 despite market wobbles.[1][2] Skip the trends, study the supply, and build smart collections that grow over time.
