Logan Paul recently shared his take on alternative assets, saying they reward independent thinking. For Pokemon card collectors, this hits home right now. While stocks and crypto grab headlines, Pokemon cards stand out as a fun, hands-on alternative that pays off when you spot trends others miss.[1]
Take the Evolving Skies set from Sword and Shield. It tops modern sets for collectors, with chase cards holding strong values even in a dipping market. The Umbreon VMAX Alternate Art (215/203) sits at $2,063.30 on TCGPlayer, down $155 lately and nearing $2,000 for the first time in ages. That drop might scare some off, but smart buyers see entry points. Rayquaza VMAX Alternate Art (218/203) jumped to $701.05, surging and challenging Umbreon’s spot.[1]
Other standouts include Umbreon V Alternate Art (189/203) at $429.10, down about $140 last month, and Dragonite V Alternate Art (192/203) at $405.62. Lower down, Espeon V Alternate Art (180/203) holds $169.15, Sylveon V Alternate Art (184/203) at $154.69, and Glaceon V Alternate Art (175/203) at $98.77. Even rainbows like Rayquaza VMAX (217/203) fetch $72.26.[1]
Prices across modern Pokemon TCG show a downward trend in late 2025. Videos track big hitters falling from peaks like $600 to steadier lows around $250-$300, with some flattening near $1,000 support lines.[2][3][5] Forums buzz about sets like Surging Sparks and Temporal Forces hitting lows, as collectors shift to other games like One Piece.[6] Overall market growth stays hot at 126% over two years, fueled by nostalgia and gifting, especially in December.[4]
Logan Paul’s point fits here. Independent thinkers buy the dips on cards like Umbreon when the crowd panics. Videos show quick rebounds, like one card spiking from $1,350 to $2,400 on heavy buys.[5] Track TCGPlayer daily, focus on alternate arts and VMAX, and think long-term. Cards in the $10-$80 range make great starters, with high-end ones rewarding patience.[4][1]
