The DexHaul Blog: Page 4
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.
ME07 Aura Seeker ETB: Wave 1 vs Wave 2, and Why the Pre-Order Window Matters
ME07 Aura Seeker pre-orders are live with a Wave 1 floor at $109 and Wave 2 at $135. The ex star format arrives November 27. Here is what to know before you commit.
30th Celebration Futuristic Rares: Where the Market Landed
Mewtwo ex FUR 157/128 opened at $1,026 on launch day. Eight days later it floors at $78.99. Here is the full price picture for both Futuristic Rares, how FUR compares to SIR now, and whether the Japanese Futuristic Box makes sense.
Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex League Battle Deck: What You Get for $19.95, and Who Should Skip the Tin
The Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex League Battle Deck costs $19.95 at the floor. The Tin costs $45 and up. Here is exactly what each product contains, why the price gap exists, and which one fits each type of buyer.
30th Celebration Oct 2: How to Prioritize the Booster Bundle, Mini Tins, and the Free Mewtwo Promo
Oct 2 launches three 30th Celebration products at once. Here is how to decide which to buy, plus the one-purchase combo that gets you the Mewtwo SVP052 promo for free.
30th Celebration Booster Bundle: Per-Pack Math, Oct 2 Countdown, and the Case for Pre-Ordering Now
The 30th Celebration Booster Bundle launches Oct 2 at $12.50 per pack at MSRP. Per-pack math vs Wave 2 ETBs, current pre-order prices from $79.99, and whether to order now or wait.
Pokémon Halloween 8-Inch Plush 2026: Entry Points, the Assortment Mechanic, and When to Buy
The Jazwares Pokémon Halloween 8-inch plush line runs $14–$59.99 depending on format. This guide explains the random-assortment mechanic, the three purchasing strategies, and the $14 entry point.
Mewtwo SVP052 Buyers Guide: Buy Now or Wait for the Free Oct 2 GWP?
Mewtwo SVP052 is an Illustration Rare promo free with any $15+ 30th Celebration purchase at GameStop, Best Buy, Hot Topic, and Barnes and Noble on October 2. Here is the decision framework for US, AU, and international buyers.
Electabuzz and Electivire Collector's Guide 2026: From the Base Set Holo to the Pokémon Fit Plush
A collector's guide to Electabuzz and Electivire in 2026: the Base Set holo entry point, the Shadowless premium, the Diamond & Pearl debut card, and where the Fit plush fits in.
Ogerpon Collector's Guide 2026: Which Mask to Buy First
Ogerpon's four mask forms create four separate TCG collector targets in one Pokémon. This guide breaks down every card and plush by mask so you know where to start.
Reshiram Collector's Guide 2026: From Celebrations Budget Pick to White Flare Trophy
Reshiram's 2026 card ladder runs from a $2 Celebrations reprint to the White Flare Ultra Rare at $380. Every tier for the Pokémon Black mascot explained.
Yanmega Collector's Guide 2026: From the Neo Discovery Holo to the Destined Rivals ex Star
Yanmega ex SIR sits around $22 raw in Destined Rivals, one of the most accessible Special Illustration Rares in the set. This guide covers the full line: the vintage Yanma holo, the format-bending Prime, and every current buy point.
Iron Valiant ex Collector's Guide 2026: Which Card Fits Your Budget?
Iron Valiant ex has five distinct cards across multiple SV sets at wildly different prices. This guide breaks them down by tier so you know exactly which one to buy.
Kyogre Collector's Guide 2026: From the EX Era to the Azure Legends Tin
Kyogre got two distinct EX cards in the same 2015 set, and the modern SV era has no alt art or SIR print for it at all. Here is every era, what each card costs, and where the real value sits in 2026.
Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit Collector's Guide 2026
The complete collector guide to Pawniard, Bisharp, and Kingambit in 2026: from the Noble Victories TCG debut to the Shrouded Fable Illustration Collection, with every price tier covered.
Gastly and Haunter Collector's Guide 2026: The Ghost Line's Hidden Half
Gastly and Haunter have a richer collector history than most guides cover. From the $2 Fossil common to the $100+ Temporal Forces IR, here's every tier of the Ghost line.
Articuno Collector's Guide 2026: Two Fossil Cards, the Galarian Psychic-Type, and the Mini Tin That Skipped It
Articuno collector's guide for 2026: price tiers from $0.50 to $230, Fossil Set 2/62 vs 17/62 explained, Galarian V Alt Art, Crown Zenith Tin, and why Zapdos and Moltres got October Mini Tins but Articuno didn't.
Cinderace Collector's Guide 2026: Best TCG Cards, Model Kit, and Plush at Every Budget
Cinderace collecting ranked by budget: VMAX singles under $5, two ex-era cards with different supply profiles, the Battle Academy for players, and the only Galar starter model kit in the catalogue.
Moltres Collector's Guide 2026: Fossil Holo, Galarian Dark Form, and the October 2 Mini Tin
Moltres has two collector markets in 2026: the Kanto Fire/Flying arc from Fossil Set through Destined Rivals, and the Galarian Dark/Flying line from Chilling Reign. Here is how to navigate both.
Persian Collector's Guide 2026: Giovanni's Cat from the 2000 WOTC Set to the Shrouded Fable Illustration Rare
The complete collector guide to Persian in 2026: Dark Persian 42/82, Giovanni's Persian 8/132 Gym Challenge holo, the Shrouded Fable Illustration Rare, and the new Team Rocket's Persian ex from Destined Rivals.
30th Celebration Mini Tin Display: The $330 Case vs Buying Tins Individually
The 30th Celebration Mini Tin Display runs $319–$330 for 10 tins. Here is the per-unit math, the variant assortment risk, and three cheaper paths collectors should know before ordering.
Koffing and Weezing Collector's Guide 2026: Two Team Rocket Eras, a Galarian Form, and the Cards Worth Finding
Koffing and Weezing have Team Rocket-branded cards from both 2000 and 2025. Here is what both eras cost, how Galarian Weezing changes the collector picture, and where to find them.
Sceptile Collector's Guide 2026: From the 2003 Ruby & Sapphire Holo to M Sceptile-EX Full Art
The complete Sceptile collecting path for 2026: vintage EX era holos, the XY Ancient Origins EX split, Mega Sceptile's Grass/Dragon dual-type angle, and every merch option in stock right now.
Murkrow and Honchkrow Collector's Guide 2026: The Team Rocket Dark Pair, Neo Genesis Origins, and Every Entry Point
Murkrow debuted in the TCG six years before Honchkrow existed. Here is the full collector arc: Neo Genesis vintage, the Honchkrow V Brilliant Stars window, and Team Rocket's Murkrow IR from Destined Rivals.
Kleavor Collector's Guide 2026: Scyther's Hidden Fork and the TCG Cards Worth Finding
Scyther is the only Pokémon with two evolution paths: Scizor via Metal Coat and Kleavor via Black Augurite. Here is what that fork means for collectors and which TCG cards are worth picking up in 2026.
Delta Reign ETB: Buy the Retail Box Now or Wait for the Pokémon Center Exclusive?
The Delta Reign retail ETB starts at $89.95 and is in stock now. The Pokémon Center exclusive ETB listing is expected imminently. Here's exactly how to decide which one you need.
Chimchar Collector's Guide 2026: The 30th Anniversary Promo Map, TCG History, and Every Entry Point
Three language tracks, one promo card. This guide maps the Chimchar 011/30th-P promo variants, the Sep 16 Sinnoh Card Set, and every TCG and plush entry point for Chimchar collectors in 2026.
Destined Rivals sv10: Where the SIRs Stand Right Now, and Which Cards Are Worth Buying
A post-launch price check on Pokémon TCG Destined Rivals sv10 Special Illustration Rares. Mewtwo ex, Nidoking ex, Cynthia's Garchomp ex, Moltres ex, and Yanmega ex: current floors, what drives each price, and where to start.
Skarmory Collector's Guide 2026: The Price Story Behind Pokémon's 17-Year Steel/Flying Monopoly
Skarmory collector's guide 2026: why the Neo Genesis holo, Expedition e-Card pricing, Surging Sparks IR, and two plush lines are priced the way they are.
The Tinkaton Collector's Buying Guide 2026: Battle Deck, TCG Singles, Plush, and More
Your complete 2026 guide to collecting Tinkaton: the ex Battle Deck, three English art tiers across Paldea Evolved and Paldean Fates, the Japanese Clay Burst SAR, Sleeping Plush, Moncolle figure, and Pro-Binder.
Roaring Moon Collector's Guide 2026: Dragon/Dark, Four Card Tiers, and Why It Isn't Salamence
Roaring Moon ex collector's guide: the four Paradox Rift card tiers from $1 to $200 graded, the Prismatic Evolutions SIR, and how the Ancient Pokémon mechanic separates it from Salamence entirely.
Noibat and Noivern Collector's Guide 2026: Four TCG Eras, the Fit Plush, and the $75 Chase Card
A complete collector's guide to Noibat and Noivern: GX, V, and ex cards ranked by price tier, the Hidden Fates Shiny Vault variant, the Evolving Skies Alternate Full Art chase card, sealed products, and the Pokémon Fit plush.
Porygon, Porygon2, and Porygon-Z Collector's Guide 2026
The only three-stage Pokémon line with no main anime appearances. From the $3 151-set Reverse Holo to the $41 Unseen Forces Holo, every entry point for the digital Pokémon family explained.
Hydreigon, Deino, and Zweilous Collector's Guide 2026: Dark Trance Legacy, the White Flare IR Sweep, and Every Entry Point
Hydreigon collector's guide 2026: the $4.55 BW Dark Trance card, the XY Roaring Skies EX bridge, the Surging Sparks SIR at $38-45, and the White Flare triple-stage IR sweep covering every price tier.
Unown Collector's Guide 2026: The Alphabet Challenge, Four TCG Eras, and Every Entry Point
Unown is the only Pokémon you collect 28 times. From the $1 Silver Tempest standard to the $82 Unseen Forces holo per letter, here is every tier of the Unown completion challenge.
The Ruinous Quartet Collector's Guide 2026: Ting-Lu, Chien-Pao, Wo-Chien, and Chi-Yu
Collector's guide to the Ruinous Quartet: Ting-Lu, Chien-Pao, Wo-Chien, and Chi-Yu. Paldea Evolved SIRs, price ranges from $7 to $91, and which member to buy first.
Volcarona Collector's Guide 2026: Noble Victories to the Black Bolt Illustration Rare
Volcarona collector's guide 2026: every key English card from the 2011 Noble Victories debut to the $61 Black Bolt Illustration Rare, with buyer guidance across every budget tier.
Solgaleo Collector's Guide 2026: What to Buy Across Every Price Tier
From a $0.47 Celebrations holo to a $205 gold Secret Rare, here is every Solgaleo product worth collecting in 2026: TCG cards, plush, the SM ETB, and the Tag Team card that pairs both Alola mascots.
Zekrom Collector's Guide 2026: Black Bolt ex, the Classic Collection Reprint, and Every Price Tier
Zekrom's collector story spans three distinct eras: the 2010 Black and White holo, the Classic Collection reprint, and the 2025 Black Bolt ex. This guide maps every price tier from $8 to $1,400.
Necrozma Collector's Guide 2026: Four Forms, Three TCG Eras, and Every Price Tier
Necrozma has four collector markets in one Pokédex number. This guide maps every TCG price tier from the $3.50 Burning Shadows GX to the $500 Dragon Majesty Figure Collection, plus the Japan-exclusive Fit plush.
Teddiursa, Ursaring, and Bloodmoon Ursaluna Collector's Guide 2026
From the $1 Twilight Masquerade Double Rare to a $101 Prismatic Evolutions apex, the Teddiursa line spans three collector markets. Here is every price tier, plush, and vintage card explained.
Honedge, Doublade, and Aegislash Collector's Guide 2026: The Banned Ghost-Steel Line and Every Price Tier
Complete collector's guide to Honedge, Doublade, and Aegislash in 2026. All three Pokémon Fit plushes, Paradox Rift ex cards from $0.99, the Regional Championship promo, and why Aegislash was banned from competitive play.
Ceruledge vs. Armarouge: The Version Exclusive Collector's Guide for 2026
Ceruledge and Armarouge share a base Pokémon but split into opposite types. This guide compares their plush, TCG cards, model kits, and sealed products so you know which to collect first.
Gholdengo Collector's Guide 2026: The Only Steel/Ghost Pokémon, 1000 Coins, and Every Entry Point
Gholdengo is the only Steel/Ghost Pokémon in the franchise and the only one requiring 999 coins to evolve. Here's every TCG entry point from $1.36 to $59 and what the 1000-coin origin means for collectors.
Snorunt, Glalie, and Froslass Collector's Guide 2026: Mega EX, Twilight Masquerade IR, and Every Entry Point
Snorunt's line splits by gender into two collector paths. Here's every price tier in 2026, from a $17 Fit plush to a $20 Mega Full Art and a $157 Japanese ex.
30th Celebration Week One: What the Market Looks Like Six Days In
Six days after the September 16 launch, 30th Celebration FUR and SIR singles show price spreads as wide as 10x for the same card. Here is what collectors and buyers need to know right now.
Duskull, Dusclops, and Dusknoir Collector's Guide 2026: The Shrouded Fable Sweep and Every Entry Point
Duskull, Dusclops, and Dusknoir collector guide 2026: all three forms received consecutive above-set IRs in Shrouded Fable, Fit plush floors, Brilliant Stars Trainer Gallery, and the full price ladder.
Decidueye Collector's Guide 2026: Two Forms, One Ghost Type, and Every Price Tier
The complete Decidueye collector's guide for 2026. Alolan Grass/Ghost vs Hisuian Grass/Fighting, Shining Fates Shiny Vault, Hidden Fates Shiny GX, Pokémon Fit plush, and the Decidueye ex Box compared at every price tier.
Phantump and Trevenant Collector's Guide 2026: The Lock Deck, the Ghost/Grass Gap, and Every Price Tier
The card that powered XY's defining item-lock deck costs under $2 raw. This guide covers every Phantump and Trevenant product across TCG eras, the Japan-exclusive YonayonaGhost mascot, and the sealed-product gap every collector should know.