The DexHaul Blog: Page 10
Pokémon buying guides, TCG set deep-dives, and collector resources from the team at DexHaul, an independent and unofficial Pokémon search engine. Every guide points at real finds from independent shops.
Pikachu TCG Cards: A 30-Year Collector's Guide
Pikachu has appeared in the Pokémon TCG since 1996. Here are the key cards from every era, the price ladder collectors use today, and which products to buy in 2026.
Mega Greninja ex Premium Collection: Box vs. Singles, the Promo Explained
Mega Greninja first appeared in Pokémon Legends: Z-A in 2025, and Chaos Rising brings it to the TCG. Here's whether the $51 Premium Collection or a $180 Chaos Rising single is the right call for your collection.
Pokémon Mega Lucario Ex Figure Collection: Is the $106 Pre-Order Worth It?
The Pokémon Mega Lucario Ex Figure Collection pre-orders for $106. Here is what's inside, how it fits the current Mega Evolution arc, and who should order now.
ex★ and Aura Seeker: What Pokémon Worlds 2026 Revealed for Collectors
The 2026 Pokémon World Championships closing ceremony revealed two major TCG announcements: Aura Seeker (M7) and the ex★ series. Here is what each one means and what collectors can do now.
Colorless-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: A Collector's Guide to Every Era
Colorless-type Pokémon TCG cards span 27 years and every price tier. Here's how to collect Chansey, Snorlax, Kangaskhan, Togekiss, and every era's best Colorless cards.
Pokémon TCG Anniversary Sets: What XY Evolutions, Celebrations, and 30th Celebration Tell Collectors
Three Pokémon TCG anniversary sets, one consistent pattern: collectors who bought at launch consistently paid less than those who waited. With 30th Celebration shipping September 16, here is what the history of XY Evolutions and Celebrations actually shows.
Delta Reign ME06 Pre-Order Guide: Booster Box vs ETB vs Booster Bundle
Delta Reign ME06 launches November 6, 2026. Here's how the Booster Box, Elite Trainer Box, and Booster Bundle compare on price per pack, format value, and who each one is actually for.
Rayquaza Collector Guide 2026: TCG Cards Worth Knowing Before Delta Reign Ships
Rayquaza has appeared in the Pokémon TCG across six eras. This guide covers the key singles and sealed products collectors are tracking in 2026, with Delta Reign ME06 arriving November 6.
Lucario Collector Guide 2026: TCG Cards and Sealed Products Worth Knowing
From Diamond & Pearl to Mega Evolution, this guide covers the Lucario TCG cards and sealed products worth collecting in 2026, including what arrives September 16.
Fairy-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: A Collector's Guide to Five Years of Pink and Sparkle
Fairy type lasted just five years in the Pokémon TCG, from 2014 to 2019. Here's every era worth collecting: Xerneas EX, Sylveon GX, Gardevoir GX, the Hyper Rare tag team, and the one energy card most collectors skip.
Dragon-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: A Collector's Guide to Every Era
Dragon type has never had its own Basic Energy card. Here is how that quirk shaped collecting from the 2003 EX: Dragon debut through Evolving Skies and into the upcoming Delta Reign ME06 in November 2026.
30th Celebration ex Tins: Sylveon ex vs Greninja ex, What's Inside, and Who Should Buy Each
The 30th Celebration ex Tins arrive September 16 at $59.99 each. Here's what's in the Sylveon ex and Greninja ex versions, how the value stacks up against other formats, and which tin (if either) is right for you.
Pokémon Ascended Heroes Mini Tins: What's Inside, Every Variant, and Who Should Buy One
Ascended Heroes Mini Tins offer 2 Mega Evolutions booster packs for $30-$39 per tin. Here's what each variant contains, how the named art versions differ, and whether the mini tin or the full ex Tin is right for your collection.
30th Celebration Ditto Premium Collection: What's Inside and Whether to Pre-Order
The 30th Celebration Ditto Premium Collection ships September 16, 2026, with 8 booster packs, a Ditto promo card, and an acrylic display. Here's who should buy it and where to find the best price.
30th Celebration Mini Tins: Every Variant, What's Inside, and When to Pre-Order
The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Mini Tins arrive October 2, 2026. Here's every known variant, what's inside each tin, Day vs Night collection explained, and how to find the best price.
Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration: Your 15-Day Buying Playbook Before September 16
The Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration launches September 16 in two waves. Here is your time-based action plan: what to pre-order now, what to decide this week, and what can wait until October.
Pokémon TCG 30th Anniversary vs. 2021 Celebrations: Two Sets, One Decision Before September 16
The 2021 Celebrations UPC now lists for over $1,400 sealed. The 30th Anniversary UPC pre-orders for $499. Before you commit, here's what makes these two anniversary sets structurally different and which products to prioritize.
Scizor in 2026: Five TCG Cards Every Collector Should Know
A collector's guide to the five most important Scizor Pokémon TCG cards across four eras, from the 2000 Neo Discovery holo to the 2023 Scarlet & Violet Illustration Rare, with current prices and where to buy.
Metal-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: A Collector's Roadmap From Neo Genesis to Scarlet & Violet
Metal-type Pokémon TCG cards span 25 years, from Neo Genesis Steelix to modern Corviknight VMAX. Here's the collector's era-by-era roadmap, with current prices.
Victini in 2026: The Mythical Pokémon Now Headlining a 30th Celebration Battle Deck
Victini is Pokémon #494, a Unova Mythical with a standout TCG record across three eras and a 30th Celebration Battle Deck pre-ordering now. Here is what collectors need to know before ordering.
Fighting-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: A Collector's Guide for 2026
Fighting-type Pokémon TCG cards span Base Set's starter-deck secret all the way to Mega Lucario ex. Here's what to collect and why, across every major era.
Grass-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: How Collectors Build the Type From $8 to $700
A collector's decision guide to grass-type Pokémon TCG cards in 2026: which singles to start with, where the mid-range value lives, and what the premium tier actually costs.
Alola Starters in 2026: Rowlet, Litten, and Popplio Compared for Collectors
Rowlet, Litten, and Popplio each pull collectors in different directions. Here's what's actually in stock for each starter today, from budget plush to Mega Series Illustration Rares.
Water-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: The Price Ladder From $4 to $6,500
Blastoise Base Set holos, PSA 9 Gyarados 1st Edition, Vaporeon Jungle, and Suicune Secret Wonders: water type spans the widest price range in the Pokémon TCG. Here's what each tier costs.
Fire-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: Five Worth Adding to Your Collection in 2026
From Jungle 1st Edition Flareon to Charizard ex from Scarlet and Violet 151: five fire-type Pokémon TCG singles collectors actively seek, plus two sealed products worth owning in 2026.
30th Celebration ETB vs Pokémon Center ETB: Which Pre-Order Is Right for You?
The 30th Celebration set drops September 16, 2026 in two Elite Trainer Box versions. Here is what is inside each, why the Pokémon Center ETB costs so much more at resellers, and which version to pre-order based on your budget and collector goals.
Lightning-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: A Collector's Guide to Every Era
From Base Set Pikachu commons to the Surging Sparks SIR and Mega Forces Zeraora ex, lightning-type cards cover the full price ladder. Here's how to collect them, era by era.
Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Wave 2: Every Product Shipping After September 16
Wave 2 of the 30th Celebration set spans October 2026 to February 2027. Here is every confirmed product, its ship date, and what collectors should pre-order now.
Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration Tech Sticker Collections: Wave 1 vs Wave 2 Guide
The 30th Celebration Tech Sticker Collections feature Lucario and an Alolan design at launch. Here's what each collection contains, how Wave 1 compares to Wave 2, and where to order before September 16.
Mewtwo in 2026: Five TCG Eras Worth Knowing for Collectors
From the 1999 Base Set Holo to the incoming 30th Celebration Futuristic Rare, this guide maps every Mewtwo TCG era so you know exactly which card fits your collection and budget.
Delta Reign ME06: Chase Cards, Wave 2 Pre-Orders, and When to Lock In Before November 6
Delta Reign ME06 launches November 6, 2026. Here is what collectors need to know: the Mega Rayquaza ex chase card, Wave 1 vs Wave 2 pre-order differences, and which format to order now.
Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration: Which Product to Order at Every Budget
Sixteen days before the September 16 launch, here is every confirmed 30th Celebration product mapped to a price tier, from the $25.99 Knock Out Collection to the $499.95 Ultra Premium Collection Night.
Team Rocket's Ambition Is Five Days Old: Which Physical Products Are Worth Buying Now?
Team Rocket's Ambition launched in TCG Pocket on August 26. Five days in, here's which physical Team Rocket products are worth picking up and why.
Mew ex and Mewtwo ex in the 30th Celebration Set: Pull Rates and Which Products to Buy
Sixteen days before the September 16 launch, here is what the pull-rate data says about Mew ex and Mewtwo ex as Futuristic Rare chase cards, and which 30th Celebration product gives you the best odds.
Mega Forces and Ascended Heroes Tins: Week One Buying Guide
Three days after the August 28 launch, Mega Forces and Ascended Heroes tins are live across multiple sellers at very different prices. Here is where to find them and what each format actually gets you.
Psychic-Type Pokémon TCG Cards: A Collector's Guide to Every Era
From Base Set Mewtwo to Gardevoir ex SIR and the September 16 Futuristic Rare launch, here is how to collect Psychic-type Pokémon TCG cards across every era.
Machamp in 2026: The First Edition Every Collector Already Has
Machamp's 1st Edition Base Set stamp is the most misunderstood card in TCG history. Here's the full collector breakdown, from the $65 deck copy to Dark Machamp from Team Rocket.
Pokémon TCG Pull Rates Explained: How to Calculate Your Cost Per Hit in 2026
Pull rates tell you what a chase card costs before you open a single pack. Here is how to use set pull rate tables and one simple formula to compare any two sets before you buy.
Ampharos in 2026: The Collector’s Pokémon With Two #1 Holos
Ampharos holds the #1 holo slot in both Neo Genesis and Neo Revelation. Here is how collectors approach the Electric sheep in 2026, from $20 plush to premium Neo-era singles.
Pokémon Sitting Cuties in 2026: What the Line Covers, What It Costs, and Where to Find Older Waves
The Pokémon Sitting Cuties line spans hundreds of characters across multiple waves. Here is what the plush look like, what they cost from import sellers, and which characters are easiest to find in 2026.
Pokémon TCG Shrouded Fable (SV6.5): Every Format Explained for 2026 Collectors
Shrouded Fable is one of the few SV-era sets sold without a booster box. Here is every format available in 2026, from the $12 Mini Tin to the Pokemon Center Exclusive ETB, and which one fits your collecting goals.
30th Celebration Binder Collection vs ex Tin vs Mini Tin: Which to Buy (2026)
The 30th Celebration Binder Collection is a 9-pocket binder with 5 packs. The ex Tin adds a promo card. The Mini Tin is the cheapest pack-per-dollar. Here’s which fits your situation.
Alakazam in 2026: Five TCG Eras for Pokémon No. 65
Alakazam earned card #1 in the Base Set and has never stopped rewarding collectors. Here are the five TCG eras, what each costs, and where to start in 2026.
Bulbasaur in 2026: Four Modern Cards That Collectors Keep Missing
Bulbasaur's modern TCG card pyramid is one of the most overlooked in Kanto collecting. This guide covers four milestone cards from the MEG box topper to the Stellar Crown Illustration Rare, plus where each fits by budget.
Piplup in 2026: Four Ways to Collect the Sinnoh Water Starter
Piplup has one of the richest plush catalogues of any Pokemon starter. Here's how to collect it across four formats: plush, TCG singles, Japanese sealed promos, and graded cards.
Pokémon Hoodies in 2026: Which Style Actually Fits Your Life?
Five distinct Pokémon hoodie styles compared across price and purpose, from $38 all-over-print pulls to $132 fashion collaborations. Find the one built for how you actually wear it.
30th Celebration Battle Decks: Espeon ex vs Umbreon ex
The 30th Celebration Battle Decks come in two versions: Espeon ex (Psychic) and Umbreon ex (Darkness). Here's what's inside each, how the prices compare, and which one to buy.
Funism Pokémon Figures in 2026: Four Tiers From $4 to $250
Funism makes officially licensed Pokémon figures across four price tiers: Palmsize Wonders blind balls, Twinkmont battle statues, Partner duos, and the premium Life-Size Home Collection. Here's how each tier compares.