Logan Paul on Why Patience Pays Off in Pokemon Cards and Alternative Assets
Logan Paul, the YouTuber turned boxer and entrepreneur, recently shared his take on investing in alternative assets like Pokemon cards. He says these kinds of investments shine brightest when you have patience. Rushing in and out for quick flips often leads to losses, but holding steady through ups and downs can build real value over time.[1][3][5]
Pokemon cards fit right into this idea as alternative assets. They are not stocks or bonds, but collectibles with prices driven by hype, rarity, and fan demand. Right now, the market shows this patience lesson in action. Take the Evolving Skies set, still the king of modern Pokemon TCG packs. Its top card, Umbreon VMAX Alternate Art, just dropped over $155 to $2,063. That puts it close to breaking $2,000 for the first time in ages. Umbreon V Alternate Art fell about $140 too. Dips like these test investors, but Paul would point out they create buying chances for those who wait.[1]
Not everything is falling though. Rayquaza VMAX Alternate Art in the same set jumped to $701, showing strength and hinting it might challenge Umbreon soon. Other standouts include Dragonite V Alternate Art at $406, Espeon V at $169, and Sylveon V at $155. These prices come from TCGPlayer market data in December 2025, right as the holiday rush peaks demand.[1]
Videos tracking 2025 trends back up the patience angle. One notes big hitters like certain monochrome cards dipped $30 to $40 recently, matching the pattern of top cards cooling off after peaks. Another highlights how Umbreon hit $1,350 earlier, sparked a buying frenzy that pushed it to $2,400, then settled lower. Cards that climb back often reward holders who ignore short-term noise.[2][3][5]
Market data shows Pokemon cards overall grew 126 percent in interest over two years, with prices from $10 to $80 for most sales. Demand spikes in December, driven by collectors, nostalgia, and gifts. Even as some chase cards flatten or dip, the hobby stays hot because patient buyers scoop up deals knowing history favors the long game.[4][1]
Paul’s advice lines up with what seasoned collectors see. Modern sets like Evolving Skies lead because fans keep coming back. A card at $1,000 support after a drop, or one holding $320 amid flux, proves dips are normal. Stick with it, and assets like these can outperform when the cycle turns.[3][1]
For PokemonPricing.com readers, this means checking current listings on sites like TCGPlayer. Watch for sets with proven chase cards, buy during soft spots, and let time do the work. Logan Paul’s view reminds us alternative assets reward those who play the waiting game best.[1][6]
