30th Anniversary Pokémon Trading Card Launch Sparks Enormous Queues, 'Ghost Chair' Criticism, and Price Hikes
The launch of the 30th anniversary Pokémon trading card set has been marked by long lines of customers and price increases at some stores. According to reports, some customers have camped outside stores overnight to purchase the set, while others have criticized the practice of reserving spots in line with empty chairs, referred to as 'ghost chairs'. In response to concerns about scalping, Mercari has banned listings of sealed 30th anniversary products. The set's release has been accompanied by other commemorative items, including a t-shirt logo collection and a tech sticker collection.
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Mercari and Pokemon Target Scalpers By Banning Listings of Sealed “30th Anniversary” Products
Mercari and Pokemon Target Scalpers By Banning Listings of Sealed “30th Anniversary” Products
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30th Anniversary Pokémon Trading Card Launch Sparks Enormous Queues, 'Ghost Chair' Criticism, and Price Hikes
Pokémon's coveted 30th anniversary trading card set has gone on sale, though its launch has seen some stores jacking up prices, while long lines of customers have camped outside overnight.
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Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration Tech Sticker Collection
The Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration Tech Sticker Collection were available starting on September 16th, 2026, where Pokémon TCG products are sold and their MSRP was $14.99 USD each. Pokémon TCG: ...
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ZOZOTOWN - Pokémon 30th Anniversary 1025 T-shirt Logo Collection
Starting on Friday, September 18th, 2026, ZOZOTOWN will be releasing the Pokémon 30th Anniversary 1025 T-shirt Logo Collection which features the 30th Anniversary logos of all 1025 known Pokémon i...
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