Collecting

Rip it or keep it sealed, how to store and protect your cards, and what to expect at your first prerelease.

Illustration of two hands holding an unopened foil card pack, with sealed boxes on a shelf behind.
Collecting · 3 min read

Rip It or Keep It Sealed? How to Decide

The case for each side, and the questions to ask yourself before the wrapper comes off.

 Illustration of a card page, a zippered portfolio, top loaders, sleeves and a storage box.
Collecting · 3 min read

How to Store and Protect Your Pokémon Cards

Sleeves, top loaders, binders, and where to keep it all so your cards stay in great shape.

 Illustration of a game store table with hands playing cards, dice and deck boxes.
Collecting · 2 min read

Your First Pokémon Prerelease: What to Expect

How prerelease events work, what's in the kit, and what to bring to your first one.