The DexHaul Blog: Page 5
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.
Yamask, Cofagrigus, and Runerigus Collector's Guide 2026: Two Evolution Lines, One Haunting Origin
Yamask branches into Cofagrigus (Unova) and Runerigus (Galar), each with its own TCG cards and collector ceiling. Here's how to collect each branch and where they converge.
Drifloon and Drifblim Collector's Guide 2026: Plush Tiers, the Paldean Fates Shiny, and Sinnoh's Only Ghost/Flying Pair
Collector's guide to Drifloon and Drifblim: three Pokémon fit plush tiers from $17 to $36, the Paldean Fates Shiny Rare 156/091, and every Diamond & Pearl TCG entry point in 2026.
Spiritomb Collector's Guide 2026: 108 Spirits, No Weaknesses, and the Price Tiers Worth Knowing
Spiritomb's Ghost/Dark typing had zero weaknesses before Gen 6 Fairy arrived. Here's what the Fit plush, the HGSS holo, the Paldean Fates Shiny, and the Japanese CHR cost right now.
Sinistea and Polteageist Collector's Guide 2026: Antique Form, the Shiny Vault Pair, and the Two-Line Split
Sinistea and Polteageist have two completely separate TCG collector markets in 2026. This guide covers the Antique Form mechanic, Shining Fates Shiny Vault SV052/SV053, the Polteageist V Box, and why the premium-art peak sits in the Gen 9 Sinistcha line.
Sableye Collector's Guide 2026: Plush Tiers, the Junk Hunt Legacy, and the $386 Alt Art
Everything Sableye collectors need in 2026: the three-tier plush line, Sword & Shield V cards, the Dark Explorers competitive legacy, the Unified Minds TAG TEAM GX spread, and the 2003 EX Sandstorm vintage ceiling.
Pumpkaboo and Gourgeist Collector's Guide 2026: Four Size Forms, the Chaos Rising ex, and Every Entry Point
Every Pumpkaboo and Gourgeist product worth owning in 2026: from a $2 reverse holo to the Chaos Rising ex and the Japan-only fit plush. The size form mechanic explained for collectors.
Groudon Collector's Guide 2026: Primal Split, the SV Gap, and Every Entry Point
From the $17 Primal Clash holo to the $250+ Ancient Origins Secret Rare, here is what the Groudon collector market looks like in 2026 across plush, TCG, and figures.
Misdreavus and Mismagius Collector's Guide 2026: Fit Plush, the Fantina Connection, and Every Price Tier
From the $17 Pokémon fit plush to the $75 Mismagius GL LV.X that ties the character to Sinnoh Gym Leader Fantina, here is every entry point for Misdreavus and Mismagius collectors in 2026.
Shaymin Collector's Guide 2026: The Competitive Staple, Two Formes, and Every Entry Point
Shaymin EX Roaring Skies was the dominant consistency card at two Pokémon World Championships. Here's what that means for collectors in 2026, from the $10 standard holo to the $155 VSTAR Premium Collection.
Milotic Collector's Guide 2026: From the $2 Reverse Holo to the $140 Surging Sparks SIR
Milotic has no V, VMAX, or VSTAR in any English main-series set. This guide covers every collector entry point: EX Emerald, Dragon Frontiers, Silver Tempest TG02, and the Surging Sparks SIR at $120-$140.
Arceus Collector's Guide 2026: From the $4 VSTAR to the $220 Galarian Gallery
Arceus has three separate collector markets in 2026: the VSTAR era (Brilliant Stars singles from $4 to $16), the premium art tier (Crown Zenith GG70 at $220+), and vintage sealed (Platinum: Arceus, the only TCG set named after one Pokémon). Here is how each one works.
Zapdos Collector's Guide 2026: Two Forms, Two Eras, and a $5,999 Fossil Holo
Kanto Zapdos and Galarian Zapdos are two completely different collector tracks. Here is every price tier in 2026, from the $21 Fit plush to the $5,999 Fossil 1st Edition Pristine 10.
Eternatus Collector's Guide 2026: From the $0.18 Surging Sparks Rare to the $175 VMAX Premium Collection
Eternatus VMAX from Darkness Ablaze, the Shining Fates Shiny Vault SV122, and the sealed Premium Collection: every price tier explained for the Galar Crown Legendary with no SV ex in sight.
Lycanroc Collector's Guide 2026: Three Forms, a Gold Secret Rare, and the Dusk Form Plush Premium
Lycanroc has three forms and three distinct GX card tracks. This guide covers every TCG tier from the $3.24 Journey Together IR to the $123 Gold Secret Rare, plus how the Dusk Form plush commands a premium over every other form.
Latias and Latios Collector's Guide 2026: Surging Sparks Split, Mega Evolution, and Every Entry Point
Latias and Latios arrived together in Ruby and Sapphire, but Surging Sparks gave them different rarity tiers. Here is every entry point from a $6 promo to the $196 Latias ex SIR, plus Mega Evolution products, plush, and sealed picks.
Is There a Pokémon Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle in 2026?
No 2026 Pokémon Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle has been announced. The series ran 2022 through 2024. Here is what is in stock now and what Pokémon Halloween cards you can hand out in 2026.
Pokémon TCG Skyridge in 2026: Three Card Tiers, the Crystal Charizard, and Every Entry Point
Skyridge is the rarest WOTC-era set with three distinct card tiers: the 144-card base set, the 32-card H-subset, and Crystal Type cards numbered above the set total. Here is what each tier costs in 2026 and where to start.
Metagross Collector's Guide 2026: Steven's SIR, Temporal Forces IR, and Every Entry Point
Metagross collector's guide for 2026: from the $1.25 Chilling Reign V to the $109.99 Steven's Metagross ex SIR from Ascended Heroes, every price tier explained.
Steelix Collector's Guide 2026: From the $1.15 Holo to the $71 Prime
Steelix has a 200x price range across its TCG history. This guide walks every era from Neo Genesis to Cosmic Eclipse, explaining what drives each tier and which entry point suits your collection.
Pokémon TCG Cosmic Eclipse: ADP, TAG TEAM GX, and What These 2019 Singles Cost in 2026
Cosmic Eclipse (SM12) closed the Sun and Moon era with the most powerful TAG TEAM GX card ever printed. Here's what ADP, Charizard & Braixen, Lillie's Full Force, and sealed packs cost today.
Alcremie Collector's Guide 2026: 63 Forms, Five Official Plush, and Three Shining Fates Premium Cards
Alcremie has 63 official forms but only a handful exist as licensed plush. Here is which cream flavors made it into merchandise, why Shining Fates gave this Galar Pokémon three premium card slots, and where to start.
Rotom Collector's Guide 2026: Six Forms, One Set's $55 Gap, and the Complete Plush Line
Rotom has six distinct TCG forms across multiple eras. Here's the Rising Rivals RT puzzle, why Heat Rotom RT3 costs three times Fan Rotom RT1, and why the Pokémon fit line is the only one to complete all six forms as plush.
Swampert Collector's Guide 2026: No SV-Era English ex, One Key Promo, and the Two-Card Crystal Guardians Split
Swampert has no V, VMAX, VSTAR, or ex card in any English Scarlet and Violet set. Here is what that means for collectors in 2026, the EX Crystal Guardians two-card split, the Mega Swampert promo, and the Japanese alt-art filling the gap.
Primarina Collector's Guide 2026: GX Era Prices, the $209 Japanese HR, and the 30th Anniversary Promo
Primarina's card market in 2026 has three distinct pricing layers: the SM GX era at $3–19, the Japan-only HR at $209, and the new 30th Celebration 020/084 promo. Here's how each one is priced and why.
Kyurem Collector's Guide 2026: White Form, Black Form, and the $56 Dragon Vault Secret
Kyurem splits into three distinct TCG card lines: standard, White Kyurem, and Black Kyurem. Each form has its own era price ladder. This guide covers every key card from the 2012 Dragon Vault secret rare to the current Black Bolt ex, with real prices.
Heracross Collector's Guide 2026: Neo Genesis Holo, the XY Pricing Inversion, and the $107 Japanese ex
Heracross spans a $0.25 Scarlet & Violet common to a $107 Japanese ex. This guide maps every major print: Neo Genesis, XY Furious Fists, Paldea Evolved IR, and the plush tier.
Houndoom Collector's Guide 2026: The Johto Dark-Type With Three Distinct TCG Arcs
Houndoom's collector footprint spans three distinct TCG arcs: Johto founding cards, the Mega Evolution window, and the modern Team Rocket comeback. Here's every key card and entry point for 2026.
Oshawott and Samurott Collector's Guide 2026: White Flare's Four-Tier Spread and the Hisuian Cards Worth a Look
White Flare puts Oshawott at four distinct price points inside one set. Here's how the full collector line breaks down across White Flare cards, the Hisuian V and VSTAR forms, and every plush option available right now.
Pokémon Sleeping Friends (Suyasuya) Plush: Size Guide and Every Character in Stock
The Pokémon Suyasuya Sleeping Friends line runs from $16 to $150 depending on character and size. Here's how the S, M, and XL tiers work, who's available, and where the best prices are.
Miltank Collector's Guide 2026: Crown Zenith GG24, the $42 Uncommon, and Every Entry Point
Miltank collector guide for 2026: Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery GG24, Neo Genesis 1st Edition, and the EX Unseen Forces uncommon that costs $42. Every price tier explained.
Keldeo Collector's Guide 2026: BW EX Cards, Crown Zenith GG07, and the White Flare SIR
Keldeo's TCG timeline explained: from Boundaries Crossed EX staple to Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery to White Flare SIR. Every price tier, every print, and what each costs today.
Turtwig Collector's Guide 2026: 30th Anniversary Promo, Key TCG Singles, and Every Entry Point
The Japanese Sinnoh Card Set launches September 16 with Turtwig's first anniversary promo. This guide covers the DP01 promo, the Torterra ex Special Collection, and every plush entry point for Turtwig collectors in 2026.
Slowbro Collector's Guide 2026: The $3 to $135 Price Ladder Explained
From SV Base Set commons to Aquapolis rarities, this Slowbro collector's guide maps every price tier and explains the gap. TCG, plush, and figures covered.
Black Bolt (SV11B) Buyers Guide: Korean Beats Japanese at a Third of the Price
Black Bolt (SV11B) is the Unova-themed companion to White Flare. Its Korean booster box costs two-thirds less than the Japanese version for identical cards. Here is what to chase and which version to buy.
Eevee Collector's Guide 2026: From the 30th Celebration Promo to a $210 Prismatic SIR
Every price tier for Eevee collectors in 2026: the 30th Celebration Knockout Collection exclusive foil, standard and PC-exclusive promos, Radiant Eevee, Skyridge, Fuwafuwa Daki plush, and the Prismatic Evolutions SIR. What each tier costs and why.
Journey Together Pokemon Center ETB: What the $45 Premium Actually Buys
The Journey Together Pokemon Center ETB costs about $45 more than the standard ETB at secondary market. Here is what changes, what stays the same, and whether the premium makes sense for you.
Chansey and Blissey Collector's Guide 2026: Base Set Holo, Blissey V, and Every Era's Price Tier
Chansey 3/102 had the highest HP of any Basic Pokémon in the original Base Set but was never played competitively. Here is the full collector price ladder from 1998 to 2026, including Shadowless vs Unlimited pricing, Blissey V CSR, and Blissey ex.
Zorua Collector's Guide 2026: Hisuian Form, Shrouded Fable IR, and Every Price Tier
Zorua's collector market runs from $0.40 commons to a $50 above-set Illustration Rare, with plush tiers from $17 to $85. Here's every card and plush worth knowing in 2026.
Sneasel and Weavile Collector's Guide 2026: Neo Genesis Origins, the Hisuian Type Twist, and Every Price Tier
Sneasel and Weavile collector's guide 2026: Neo Genesis 25/111, Dream League CHR, Cosmic Eclipse Secret Rare, Ascended Heroes, Weavile fit plush, and what Hisuian Sneasel changes for collectors.
30th Celebration Special Illustration Rares: The $396–$437 Tier Explained
On launch day, two 30th Celebration SIR singles are priced in the marketplace: Pikachu ex at $437 and Greninja ex at $396. Here's what those numbers mean for collectors.
30th Celebration Futuristic Rares: What the $1,000 Cards Are and Who They're For
ME: 30th Celebration launched today with Futuristic Rares already trading above $1,000. Here's what FUR means, the three-tier price ladder from $18 to $1,026, and who should be chasing these cards.
ME06 Delta Reign vs ME07 Aura Seeker: Which Pre-Order Is Worth It in 2026?
ME06 Delta Reign pre-orders are live from $109.95 for a November 6, 2026 English release. ME07 Aura Seeker is available as a Japanese import pre-order with no English date announced. Here is how to choose.
Mimikyu Collector's Guide 2026: GX, V, ex, and Every Price Tier From $2.99 to $329
Mimikyu's TCG price ladder runs from $2.99 (Journey Together ex) to $329 (Lost Thunder Secret Rare). Every era explained: GX, Trainer Gallery V, SV promo, ex Box, and plush.
30th Celebration Sticker Collection and Poster Collection: What Launch-Day Prices Look Like
The 30th Celebration Tech Sticker Collections and Poster Collection are live today. Here is the launch-day price landscape, including a bundle pricing finding that saves money for completionists and a case-quantity warning.
Ghost-Type Pokémon Plush for Halloween 2026: Haunted Chateau, Pokémon fit, and the Gengar Lineup
The annual Ghost Chateau seasonal series, Pokémon fit Ghost-types, and the full Gengar plush range: what's in stock right now and why September is the right time to buy.
30th Celebration vs Pokémon 151: Which Kanto Set Is Worth Opening in 2026?
30th Celebration launches today; Pokémon 151 turns three. Compare pack cost, format options, chase card ceilings, and which Kanto set makes sense for your collection in 2026.
Totodile Collector's Guide 2026: Three Paths Into Johto's Water Starter
How to collect Totodile in 2026: Feraligatr Neo Genesis holo pricing tiers, the MEP 048 promo only available in specific products, and six plush formats from $17 to $56.
Pokémon 30th Anniversary Ichiban Kuji: Every Starter Plush from Kanto to Sinnoh, Explained
Japan's official 30th Anniversary Ichiban Kuji lottery features starter plushes across four generations. Here's what each prize tier covers, how Vol.1 and Vol.2 split the nine-region roster, and where Western collectors can find them now.