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Hello and welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast! Join your hosts Taj from PokéTaj and co-host Zakariya, also known as PrimalLugia, the webmaster of PokeGuardian, as we explore the latest news, topics, and developments in the world of the Pokemon Trading Card Game. Stay tuned to keep up-to-date with everything happening in this exciting hobby!
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Nov 2, 2023
PokeGuardian Podcast #41 - Shiny Treasure ex, Ancient Roar / Future Flash & Paradox Rift
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 41th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
In this episode, we talk about the very anticpated high class pack set shiny treasure, will it truly be a treasure for us? We also talk about the post release of Ancient Roar and Future Flash, which covers a majority of our Paradox Rift set releasing this week!
https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1533908_pokeguardian-podcast-41-shiny-treasure-ex-ancient-roar-future-flash-paradox-rift
00:00 - Intro
00:26 - Card Pickups
03:35 - Shiny Treasure ex
12:23 - Ancient Roar / Future Flash Release
19:33 - Paradox Rift
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Jul 1, 2023
PokeGuardian Podcast #40 - Pokemon Card 151 Launch & 9.7 Billion Pokemon Cards Sold in 2022/2023
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 40th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
In this episode, we talk about the post release of 151, of which the English equivalent also got revealed, Obsidian Flames & Ruler of the Black Flame, is it being overshadowed by 151? Nearly 10 billion pokemon cards sold last year, we will discuss this and just how insane this is. Are you ready for Worlds 2023? We are drooling all over the Pokemon World Championships 2023 YOKOHAMA Deck -Pikachu-. Lastly any Lugia fans out there? You may wanna check out the Crown Zenith Special Collection - Unown V & Lugia V.
https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1379786_pokeguardian-podcast-40-pokemon-card-151-launch-9-7-billion-pokemon-cards-sold-in-2022-2023
00:00 - Intro
00:15 - Card Pickups
10:22 - Mercari and Pokémon Partnership
16:25 - Pokemon Card 151 Launch
23:46 - English Pokemon Card 151
30:12 - Obsidian Flames
34:34 - Ruler of the Black Flame
38:27 - Nearly 10 Billion Pokemon Cards Sold in Fiscal Year 2022-2023
47:05 - Pokemon World Championships 2023 YOKOHAMA Deck -Pikachu-
53:35 - Crown Zenith Special Collection - Unown V & Lugia V
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May 20, 2023
PokeGuardian Podcast #39 - Clay Burst Release, YU NAGABA Eeveelutions Promos, Pokemon Card 151 Hype
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 39th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
In this episode, Iono? Yeah, it certainly caused quite a commotion as anticipated. We delve into the chaotic launch of Clay Burst, which resulted in mayhem. Moreover, YU NAGABA returns and adds some excitement with the promo cards featuring eeveelutions! It's truly thrilling! Will you be able to acquire all nine?
Are you ready for the Kanto frenzy? The Pokemon Card 151 set will bring back a wave of nostalgic feelings and will captivate both young and old. However, this set is also shaping up to be highly playable!
Speaking of new releases, there's Raging Surf, a set that we don't know much about yet. However, it will be accompanied by merchandise featuring the Water Type Terastal Garchomp! Additionally, the ex Start Deck has finally been revealed, making it a fantastic product to entice new players following the launch of the 151 set.
https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1328276_pokeguardian-podcast-39-clay-burst-release-yu-nagaba-eeveelutions-promos-pokemon-card-151-hype
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Mar 4, 2023
PokeGuardian Podcast #38 - Triplet Beat, Pokemon TCG Classic, Shiny Treasure Trademark
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 38th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
In this episode, our discussion revolves around Triplet Beat, which is scheduled for release on March 10th. The set features some striking Art Rare and Special Art Rare cards, and there are some intriguing trademarks filed by Nintendo, Creatured, and Game Freak, which are expected to be associated with the TCG, with Shiny Treasure emerging as a potentially new High Class Pack set.
If you're a fan of Pikachu, you'll be excited to hear about the Scarlet & Violet Starter Set featuring Pikachu ex & Pawmot, which was revealed last week, along with a PLUSH Pikachu deck box, making it a must-have for collectors.
Finally, we conclude our podcast by discussing the highly anticipated and somewhat controversial Pokemon Trading Card Game Classic. With its exorbitant pricing, some speculate that it's a mere cash grab from Pokemon, while others believe there might be more to it.
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https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1222003_pokeguardian-podcast-38-triplet-beat-pokemon-tcg-classic-shiny-treasure-trademark
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Jan 27, 2023
PokeGuardian Podcast #37 - Pokémon Card 151 Set, Scarlet ex / Violet ex AR/SAR Cards, Signed Cards
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 37th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode we have a returning guest again from England on our episode: Stephen Kent from PlaySkape Games. Stephen is a jack of all trades in this hobby. He is a collector, a store owner, a Pokémon Professor and a player. He will share his insight about these topics with everyone.
In this episode we will talk about post release of one of the most hyped releases already of 2023, a set that has been rumoured to contain all 151 original pokemon, Pokemon Card 151 set. We also will have a chat about the new generation of TCG that released with the Japanese Scarlet ex / Violet ex sets that released last week. These sets contain a very welcoming surprise with AR & SAR cards returning, some which are very expensive. Crown Zenith also released last week. How well does it compare to VSTAR Universe with the inclusion of the Galarian Gallery?
If you would like to say hello to Stephen or want to check out his store or YouTube channel, you can find PlaySkape Games along with it's social media accounts here:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PlaySkapeGames
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlaySkapeGames/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/playskapegames
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playskapegames/
Store: https://playskapegames.com/
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https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1173951_pokeguardian-podcast-37-pok-mon-card-151-set-scarlet-ex-violet-ex-ar-sar-cards-signed-cards
00:00 - Intro
01:47 - Card Pickups
07:28 - Scarlet ex / Violet ex Release
19:07 - Crown Zenith Release
31:44 - Pokemon Card 151 Set
43:12 - Signed Cards Discussion
1:12:11 - Outro
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Dec 30, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #36 - Huge Changes With Scarlet/Violet, VSTAR Universe, Snow Hazard/Clay Burst
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 36th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
In this episode we will talk about post release of VSTAR Universe, huge changes coming next year with Scarlet & Violet TCG, yellow borders are gone?!? Also upcoming April dual set Clay Burst & Snow Hazard are coming, Iono is going to be the spotlight for it!
Read more on PokeGuardian
https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1132948_pokeguardian-podcast-36-huge-changes-with-scarlet-violet-vstar-universe-snow-hazard-clay-burst
00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Card Pickups
11:18 - VSTAR Universe Release
20:07 - Japanese Scarlet & Violet - Scarlet ex / Violet ex
27:08 - English Scarlet & Violet, Increased MSRP, Yellow Borders Are Changed to Silver
36:27 - Scarlet & Violet Dual Set Snow Hazard & Clay Burst
39:18 - Snow Hazard & Clay Burst Pokemon Center Gym Set, Iono Merchandise
41:36 - Marnie Extra Battle Day Promo Card
47:11 - Illustration Contest Promos Coming to Pokemon Center UK/US/CA
51:40 - Outro
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Nov 20, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #35 - VSTAR Universe, Crown Zenith, 2023 Scarlet & Violet Sets/Product Line-up
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 35th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
In this episode we will talk about VSTAR Universe, Crown Zenith, and we are entering a new generation soon in the TCG, with Scarlet & Violet. We have the product line-up.
Read more on PokeGuardian
https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1094244_pokeguardian-podcast-35-vstar-universe-crown-zenith-2023-scarlet-violet-sets-product-line-up
00:00 - Intro
00:18 - Card Pickups
04:40 - eBay Japan, Lost Abyss best selling product
07:54 - Play! Pokémon Prize Packs
13:30 - Pikachu on The Ball
17:58 - Pokémon TCG 2022 World Championships Decks Coming
21:38 - Pokemon Trading Card Game Live Beta Available Globally
24:34 - [Japan] Price Increase Starting at Scarlet & Violet
30:17 - [Japan] Scarlet & Violet Upcoming Sets & Product Line-up
35:21 - VSTAR Universe Reveal
43:25 - Illustration Contest 2022 Promos
45:57 - Crown Zenith
54:54 - Outro
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Oct 9, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #34 - Charizard UPC Special Arts, Paradigm Trigger, Pokemon TCG China Releasing
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 34th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And yes, FOMO will reach new heights in this episode as the Ultra Premium Collection - Charizard promos are revealed. They are Special Art promo cards.
You mean another Ultra Premium Collection is coming? Yes! Everything revolves around Arceus! Will it outperform the Charizard?
With Scarlet / Violet due out next month, a Full Art Pikachu featuring the Paldea starters has been revealed, and it's free with your videogame! The only catch is that it will only be available to certain Asian countries.
Charizard again???? A new iteration of the Sword & Shield Special Deck Set has been revealed, featuring Charizard VSTAR vs Rayquaza VMAX; will it be worth going insane for?
Team Galactic has taken control! As Boss Cyrus revealed himself as a Full Art card, they appear to have distorted the Pokémon TCG Card Dex! However, we do not yet know what product the Team Galactic Boss will be releasing.
Tired of worrying about resealing Japanese Booster boxes? This should change now that Creatures is changing the box design of Japanese Booster boxes!
The Paradigm Trigger has been revealed. Lugia finally earns its due by completing the final main set of the Sword & Shield generation! Everyone has been shocked by Mitsuhiro Arita's illustrated Lugia V, and we're going to talk about Paradigm Trigger.
Finally, the Pokemon Trading Card Game is coming to (mainland) China! This is huge news, much bigger than you realize!
Read more on PokeGuardian
https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1049325_pokeguardian-podcast-34-charizard-upc-special-arts-paradigm-trigger-pokemon-tcg-china-releasing
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Sep 4, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #33 - Worlds 2022, Silver Tempest, Incandecent Arcana Launch & Merchandise
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 33th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode, Taj returns from the 2022 Pokémon World Championships in London with some interesting stories to share with everyone. Also, they teased the upcoming Scarlet & Violet TCG cards during Worlds, and with ex cards returning, this has a lot of potential!
The highly anticipated Incandescent Arcana set was released on September 2, and it turned out to be a nice set, with some cards being extremely expensive at launch. Along with this set launch, a plethora of merchandise caused the Pokemon Center Online site to crash so hard at launch that Pokemon is taking precautions against popular products.
Lugia? Lugia??? Is it finally going to happen? Yes! Lugia VSTAR is on its way. Silver Tempest has been announced for an international release in November; we will discuss what has been revealed thus far and speculate.
Charizard? Charizard??? Is there another Charizard? Yes! A Charizard fan's fantasy! Charizard will be the focus of this year's Ultra Premium Collection!
Things are about to get even crazier, as a very limited Lucario VSTAR HR has been revealed for Japan; this one will be very cool, expensive, and highly sought after!
Finally, TPCi outdid themselves once more by displaying the Mew VMAX League Battle Deck. Incredible value for a competitive deck at only $29.99!
Read more on PokeGuardian
https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1013069_pokeguardian-podcast-33-worlds-2022-silver-tempest-incandecent-arcana-launch-merchandise
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Aug 8, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #32 - Incandescent Arcana, McDonalds Pokemon, Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 32th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode, Taj is back and some cool news has dropped since the last episode.
McDonalds Pokemon cards are back??? Taj will show off what he got from his Happy Meals! The next set Incandescent Arcana has been revealed and will feature beautiful and strong Pokemon! Look how cool these cards are!
Something very exciting for Pokemon Card art lovers, a Pokemon Trading Card Game: Online Illustration Exhibition will take place on August 10! You can see all the details of amazing Pokemon card artwork! Some exciting TPCi products are coming later too with Hidden Potential Tins coming this Fall with a new artwork of Giratina V?? Also Rotom V and Gallade V are featured. More new artwork?? Origin Forme Dialga VSTAR / Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR Premium Collection was revealed and the VSTARs in this box contain new artwork!
And last already getting Halloween vibes? Well, TPCi got you covered! They are releasing a special Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle with Pokemon Cards!
Japan is getting nice stuff, they are getting very cool pre-order bonuses and are getting a Full Art Pikachu early purchase bonus promo included with each copy of the Pokemon Scarlet or Violet videogame!
Lastly Japan is getting a very cool lottery, a special Pokemon Card Game Merchandise Lottery 2022 will be available soon.
Read more on PokeGuardian
https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/985937_pokeguardian-podcast-32-incandescent-arcana-mcdonalds-pokemon-trick-or-trade-booster-bundle
00:00 - Intro
00:25 - Card Pickups
07:48 - McDonalds Pokemon Cards
12:58 - Incandescent Arcana
20:19 - Pokemon Trading Card Game: Online Illustration Exhibition
26:10 - Hidden Potential Tins
30:05 - Origin Forme Dialga / Origin Forme Palkia VSTAR Premium Collection
33:42 - Trick or Trade BOOster Bundle
40:05 - Scarlet / Violet Full Art Pikachu early purchase bonus promo
45:58 - Pokemon Card Game Merchandise Lottery 2022
57:50 - Outro
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Jul 19, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #31 - Lost Abyss, Special Delivery Charizard, Eevee Heroes Reprint
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 31th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode, Julian from okJLUV returns as a guest and takes over as host from Taj, and we have some exciting news to discuss.
The ever-popular Eevee Heroes set, as well as Fusion Arts, Vivid Voltage, and Start Deck 100, will be reprinted. Also, since Lost Abyss was released last week, we must discuss the stunning special art cards.
Special Delivery Charizard? Did you think it would never be released after nearly two years? It's finally here! The VSTAR Special Set and the VSTAR & VMAX High Class Deck Zeraora / Deoxys were also released on the same day as Lost Abyss.
We'll go over Sword & Shield - Lost Origin and its products briefly, as well as the Holiday Calendar. Finally, VMAX Climax is doing very well on the secondary market, with eBay Japan publishing some very interesting data on it.
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Jun 19, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #30 - Pokemon GO TCG Set, 9 Billion Cards Sold, Lugia V Coming, VSTAR Universe
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 30th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode, we'll discuss the Pokemon GO set that was released last weekend in Asia, and if it will live up to the excitement after some extremely cool cards were revealed.
There are some really cool future sets and items for Japan, with the main ones being the High Class Pack Set VSTAR Universe and the Paradigm Trigger Set scheduled for Q4 2022. There's also a Mystery Box with a promo pack that contains one of four V cards, with Lugia V confirmed.
We also learned the first details on a Diamond Clan Special Set / Pearl Clan Special Set, with Adaman and Irida receiving their own unique product! Do you have an interest in finances? We'll talk about how over 9 billion Pokemon cards were sold in fiscal year 2021/2022, which is a tremendous quantity. Finally, we'll discuss promotions such as the P-Lab. Project Mis…
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May 8, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #29 - Precious Collector Box, More Pokemon GO Cards, Dark Fantasma CHR Cards
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 29th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode we will talk about a bombshell of news that dropped with the upcoming Pokemon GO Special set, Dark Fantasma is confirmed to have CHR & CSR cards and yes do they look amazing! The Sword & Shield Precious Collector Box is making people already go crazy with luxury goods and a fantastic Pikachu promo card to end the Sword & Shield TCG generation with later this year.
Lastly we will talk about the Pokemon Card Game May 2022 Merchandise that was revealed recently and upcoming Serena Merchandise for the Pokemon Gard
Game? Now that's promising!
Read more on PokeGuardian
http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/909741_pokeguardian-podcast-29-precious-collector-box-more-pokemon-go-cards-dark-fantasma-chr-cards
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Apr 20, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #28 - VSTAR Universe, Dark Fantasma, Top 300 of PTCG Illustration Contest 2022
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 28th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode we will talk about the freshly trademarked VSTAR Universe name, what could it be? The rumoured Incandescent Arcana Set scheduled for September 2022 and talk about the SR/HR/UR Cards of Time Gazer / Space Juggler.
TPCi agreed to Purchase Millennium Print Group, they responsible for printing pokemon cards for us for a long time. We will also talk about the Top 300 illustrations of The Pokemon TCG Illustration Contest 2022 and lastly we will talk about Dark Fantasma that has been officially revealed last friday.
Read more on PokeGuardian
http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/896930_pokeguardian-podcast-28-vstar-universe-dark-fantasma-top-300-of-ptcg-illustration-contest-2022
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Mar 25, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #27 - PTCGRadio Interview, Pokemon GO TCG Details, Ultra PRO Merch Controversy
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 27th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode we have a special guest all the way from England on our episode: Ross Gilbert from the YouTube Channel PTCGRadio & Wossy Plays. Ross recently reached an incredible milestone of 100.000 subscribers on his channel PTCGRadio and as a follow-up to the interview on PokeGuardian from 2020, we are going to interview Ross again!
We know more of the upcoming Pokemon GO TCG Special Set, it shapes up to be a nice set this Summer. New Alternate Artwork Promos of Leafeon V & Glaceon V have been revealed for Hong Kong & Taiwan, will we getting these here? We will talk about several upcoming Pokemon TCG products. And lastly within the community, fans seem not to be very fond of the latest Ultra PRO Pokemon products that are releasing. Let's discuss that.
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http://www.pokeguardian.com/podc…
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Mar 5, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #26 - Time Gazer / Space Juggler, Astral Radiance, Lost Abyss Giratina Set?
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 26th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
Dialga? Palkia? We will talk all about their Origin Formes in the upcoming set Time Gazer and Space Juggler. Our English equivalent has seen a partial reveal too with Astral Radiance. Let's talk all about it.
And in this episode we have a returning guest all the way from England on our episode: Ryan from Braysh Gaming and co-owner of Kādo Collectables.
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http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/860785_pokeguardian-podcast-26-time-gazer-space-juggler-astral-radiance-lost-abyss-giratina-set-
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Feb 18, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #25 - Brilliant Stars Set List, Battle Region Set List, Pokemon GO TCG Set
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 25th episode.
The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
Brilliant Stars and Battle Region are just around the corner, these two sets are releasing next week and we have the set lists. The Full set list of Brilliant Stars and the main set list of Battle Region has been revealed. Lastly a Pokemon GO TCG set has been teased. And in this episode we have a returning guest all the way from Australia on our episode: Julian from okJLUV.
Read more on PokeGuardian
http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/849329_pokeguardian-podcast-25-brilliant-stars-set-list-battle-region-set-list-pokemon-go-tcg-set
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Jan 30, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #24 - Battle Region, Paradigm Trigger, Lucario VSTAR / Darkrai VSTAR
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 24th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. Sparkling Pokemon? Yes a new type of card is coming in Battle Region, which was revealed recently in Japan. What will these cards do? Also a mysterious trademark named Paradigm Trigger has been listed. What is it? Dark Fantasma has been listed by distributors and seems to be an actual set releasing in 2022. Lastly the Starter set VSTAR Lucario / VSTAR Darkrai have been officially revealed.
Read more on PokeGuardian
http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/832349_pokeguardian-podcast-24-battle-region-paradigm-trigger-lucario-vstar-darkrai-vstar
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Jan 15, 2022
PokeGuardian Podcast #23 - Star Birth Release, KFC Promos, Special 25th Anniversary Creatures Deck
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 23th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. This is the first podcast of 2022 and we are starting the new year good with Star Birth that has released this Friday. We take a look at some of the beautiful cards in this set. Also do you happen to live in Taiwan and love KFC? KFC Taiwan is holding a Pokemon Arceus Legends promotion where you can get KFC stamped promos! And there is a super rare Creatures Deck given out to artists and Creatures staff.
Read more on PokeGuardian
http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/819454_pokeguardian-podcast-23-star-birth-release-kfc-promos-special-25th-anniversary-creatures-deck
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Dec 25, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #22 - 2021 Recap: Collecting Goals, Favourite Moments, Sets & Products
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 22th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. And in this final episode of the year, we look back at 2021. We will talk about some of our collecting goals, our favourite personal moments of the year, and our favourite/best English and Japanese sets and products of 2021.
Thank you everyone for your amazing support this year and we look forward to 2022!
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http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/804874_pokeguardian-podcast-22-2021-recap-collecting-goals-favourite-moments-sets-products
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Dec 4, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #21 - VMAX Climax Special
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 21th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. And in this episode we have two returning guests all the way from Australia and England on our episode: Julian from okJLUV. And Ryan from Braysh Gaming and co-owner of Kādo Collectables.
We will talk all about the massively hyped set S8b Sword & Shield High Class Pack - VMAX Climax which released on Friday December 3, 2021!
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http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/791869_pokeguardian-podcast-21-vmax-climax-special
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Nov 23, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #20 - Star Birth, Brilliant Stars, The VMAX Climax Hype, Fake Cards Intercepted
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 20th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
This 1 hour episode we will feature the Star Birth and Brilliant Stars reveal earlier this month, also about the absolutely amazing cards from VMAX Climax that is releasing in just over 1 week. Also 7.6 tons of counterfeit cards were intercepted by the Chinese customs, what is that all about? The award winning Battle Academy will get an updated version and Leafeon / Glaceon VSTAR are revealed first in English!
Read more on PokeGuardian
http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/783765_pokeguardian-podcast-20-star-birth-brilliant-stars-the-vmax-climax-hype-fake-cards-intercepted
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Nov 1, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #19 - Arceus VSTAR, More VMAX Climax Goodness, Celebrations, Post Malone V?
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 19th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
This 1.5 hour episode we will talk all about some very interesting news that happened the past month, we will talk about the post-release of Celebrations and the Japanese version s8a 25th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION, J Balvin, Post Malone and Katy Perry got V cards???? Arceus VSTAR has been revealed after much speculation, VMAX Climax is shaping up to be one of the best sets in this modern age with newly revealed CHR and CSR cards. And lastly we will discuss the Fusion Strike set list.
Read more on PokeGuardian
http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/768245_pokeguardian-podcast-19-arceus-vstar-more-vmax-climax-goodness-celebrations-post-malone-v-
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Oct 2, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #18 - VMAX Climax Officially Revealed, CHR Cards From Dream League Return!
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 18th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
This 1 hour episode we will talk all about the freshly revealed VMAX Climax set where CHR cards originally introduced in Dream League return. This High Class Pack set is already very hyped among fans already since Dream League is so loved because of the CHR cards that include Pokemon with a character on there.
Read more on PokeGuardian
http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/750187_pokeguardian-podcast-18-vmax-climax-officially-revealed-chr-cards-from-dream-league-return-
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Sep 14, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #17 - More Celebrations, Start Deck 100 & Arceus Set Star Birth Coming?
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 17th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. And in this episode we have a returning guest all the way from Australia on our episode: Julian from okJLUV.
This episode will some Celebrations / Japanese 25th Anniversary Collection set stuff, the upcoming Start Deck 100 product which had it's own special reveal last Sunday, everyone expected something else that day. The first set of 2022 could be a Pokemon Legends: Arceus tie-in set named Star Birth. Let's talk about it.
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http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/740063_pokeguardian-podcast-17-more-celebrations-start-deck-100-arceus-set-star-birth-coming-
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Aug 28, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #16 - Fusion Strike, VMAX Climax, Gold Reshiram & Charizard GX
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 16th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
This episode will contain alot of news again, and we will focus on Fusion Strike that was officially revealed this week. The new Fusion Strike mechanic will also come here. Alot of exciting and cool cards of the Japanese 25th Anniversary Collection set were revealed.
VMAX Climax has been rumoured to be a real set, Tag All Stars cards are still releasing?? Gold cards??
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http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/730401_pokeguardian-podcast-16-fusion-strike-vmax-climax-gold-reshiram-charizard-gx
00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Card Pickups/Highlights
04:06 - Pikachu & Zekrom GX / Pikachu & Zekrom GX Premium Collection Revealed
10:55 - eBay Japan: 'Eevee Heroes Booster Box Best Selling Product'
17:45 - Arceus V Promo & Deck Box Pre-Order Bonus from Pokémon Legends: Arceus Revealed
21:39 - Special Leafeon V a…
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Jul 30, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #15 - Fusion Arts & Many 25th Anniversary Pikachu Cards Revealed
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 15th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
This episode will contain alot of news again, and we will focus on S8 Fusion Arts that was officially revealed yesterday. Not only will this set introduce Mew V and Mew VMAX, but also a new FUSION Battle Style Mechanic. Also we got a Pikachu overload in the upcoming Japanese 25th Anniversary Collection set.
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http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/715627_pokeguardian-podcast-15-fusion-arts-many-25th-anniversary-pikachu-cards-revealed
00:00 - Intro
00:30 - Card Pickups/Highlights
04:02 - S7D Skyscraping Perfect / S7R Blue Sky Stream All SR/HR/UR Cards
09:10 - Skyscraping Perfect / Blue Sky Stream Boxes Allegedly Have No Guaranteed SR Card in Each Box Anymore
15:07 - Special Delivery Bidoof Pokemon Center Promo Revealed on Bidoof Day
18:45 - 2021 Player's Ceremony Celebration Fanfare Promo Revealed…
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Jun 27, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #14 - 25th Anniversary Collection & Celebrations Sets, Classic Cards Returning!
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 14th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode we have a guest from the United States on our episode: Matthew Verive (immewnity) from Pidgi.net.
Immewnity is a mega Pokémon enthusiast and runs primarily Pidgi.net where you can find PidgiWiki. This is a MediaWiki installation created, installed, and run by immewnity and other members. Immewnity also contributes to websites PokeGuardian and PokeGym as part of the staff at both sites and is a Tournament Organizer and Judge.
This episode will contain alot of news again, and we will focus on the much anticipated 25th Anniversary sets S8a 25th Anniversary Collection and the English equivalent Celebrations.
This set will contain remakes of classic cards such as Base Set Charizard, Gold Star Umbreon and more.
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http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/698718_pokeguardian-podca…
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May 28, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #13 - Eevee Heroes Special
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 13th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
And in this episode we guest from the United States on our episode: Dan Norton from the YouTube Channel DJGigabyte and writer at Ludkins Media. Dan is dedicated to showing off the interesting history of trading cards, as well as exciting new releases and rare cards you may not have known existed.
We have a 1,5 hour special episode all about the very anticipated Eevee Heroes set release.
This set that features all the Eeveelutions as V cards, is one of the most hyped sets in years and many people can't secure packs of this set. Monstrous launch prices for the awesome Special Arts and more. We will try to discuss everything what happened during this set launch.
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http://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/681418_pokeguardian-podcast-13-eevee-heroes-special
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May 2, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #12 - The Eevee Heroes Hype
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 12th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. And in this episode we have a returning guest from England on our episode: Ryan from Braysh Gaming and Kādo Collectables.
We have a 1 hour podcast filled with new set info and other exciting news in this episode.
It's all about S6a Eevee Heroes, this set is one of the most hyped sets in years and many people can't secure packs of this set. We will try to discuss everything about what we know and what's about to come in this set.
S6H Silver Lance / S6K Jet-Black Poltergeist released too 1 week ago and we will briefly discuss that set too. Some very nice special art cards have been revealed.
Also we will cover the also very anticipated Marnie Premium Tournament Collection Box and the new version of the Trainers Toolkit. Will Shiny Star V Marnie finally come?
And lastly we will discuss the Pokémon Center exclusive…
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Apr 8, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #11 - Silver Lance & Jet-Black Poltergeist, Man Breaks in Card Store With Rope
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 11th episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
We have a long 1.5 hour podcast filled with new set info and other exciting news in this episode.
Matchless Fighters released earlier last month and we will cover the nice cards that were revealed. Also we get a teaser of the Japanese Summer July Set S7D / S7R Skyscraping Perfect / Blue Sky Stream. Rayquaza VMAX will debut. Also V-UNION first info has been teased, this will be a completely new mechanic. Also the award-winning Battle Academy might get a second version because a new version of the Family Pokemon Card Game Set is coming.
PSA closed down their grading services due to the very high demand. Flapple gets GameStop/EB Games Store promo, finally a new promo with an exclusive stamp. Pokémon Center USA also released 25th anniversary TCG products which look very nice.
A Japanese man broke into a Japanese Card sto…
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Mar 11, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #10 - Matchless Fighters Revealed, PSA Price Increase, Potential Marnie Promos
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 10 episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. And in this episode we have a guest again from England on our episode: Stephen Kent from PlaySkape Games. Stephen is a jack of all trades in this hobby. He is a collector, a store owner, a Pokémon Professor and a player.
We have a long 2 hour podcast filled with new set info and other major news in this episode.
Many new Spring products have been revealed including the Galarian Rapidash V Box, V Battle Decks - Victini V / Gardevoir V, S6a Eevee Heroes - Eeveelutions Set, Inteleon VMAX League Battle Deck and the V Strikers Tin.
Marnie getting potential promos, could it be the missing Full Art from Shiny Star V?
Battle Styles Prerelease has begun and the promo's including the full set list has been revealed.
PSA, the popular card grading service has increased their prices and their backlog is currently huge. How do we t…
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Feb 11, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #9 - Eevee Heroes, McDonald's Pokémon 25th Anniversary, Shining Fates Set List
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the ninth episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
There have been many things going on in the Pokémon TCG world as of lately, and the 25th Anniversary of Pokémon has not even started yet.
This week started off with possibly one of the most hyped sets of the year, S6a Eevee Heroes first information has been revealed with first pre-orders selling out faster than ever before. Also some food related promotions are live and it has been very 'lively' out there in the USA with McDonald's and General Mills giving out free Pokémon cards when you purchase their food.
Special Art V Promo Cards will be given away for free if you live in Japan and buy 2 boxes of S6H Silver Lance / S6K Jet-Black Poltergeist at participating Pokémon Card Gym stores. The full set of Shining Fates has been released and to some surprise 1 major card has been cut, Marnie Full art. What do we t…
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Jan 18, 2021
PokeGuardian Podcast #8 - Zarude V Promo Stick Fraud, Calyrex V / VMAX Coming, Illustration Magazine
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the eighth episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. And in this episode we have a guest again from England on our episode: Adam and Ryan from Kādo Collectables.
We have a long podcast filled with new set info and other major news in this episode.
This week started off with alot of hype for the Japanese magazine named illustration, which is the closest thing we will get as an artbook for the Pokémon TCG. Special Art cards return to the Pokémon TCG and this leaves alot of fans very excited for this year.
A Dummy Pack Art was revealed of the upcoming Japanese April Set S6H Silver Lance / S6K Jet-Black Poltergeist. Calyrex will make it's debut and this set will feature Ice Rider Calyrex and Shadow Rider Calyrex V / VMAX. We will talk about some revealed products that will come this Spring named Venusaur VMAX / Blastoise VMAX Battle Box, Single Strike Urshifu V Box…
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Dec 30, 2020
PokeGuardian Podcast #7 - 2020 a Pokémon TCG Year in Review
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the seventh episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
We have a long podcast looking back and discussing at 2020 Pokémon TCG news! Thank you everyone for your amazing support this year and we look forward to 2021!
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Music used: Wataboi - Awakening
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Dec 18, 2020
PokeGuardian Podcast #6 - Shining Fates, Battle Styles & Single Strike Master / Rapid Strike Master
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the sixth episode. The hosts of the show will be Taj from PokéTaj, Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. And in this episode we have our first ever guest all the way from Australia on our episode: Julian from okJLUV.
We have a long podcast filled with new set info and other major news in this episode.
The Sword & Shield 4.5 set Shining Fates was finally revealed after weeks of speculation and indeed confirms S4a Shiny Star V to be included in this set. The true 25th anniversary set was also listed at distributor, it will release during the 25th anniversary of the Pokémon TCG, also placeholder dates for Sword & Shield 7 and 8 were revealed.
PSA Graded Pokémon cards were stolen in a robbery in the Netherlands, these are worth thousands of dollars together. STAFF Promo cards have been temporarily paused, what does this mean? New trademarks called V-Union, Eevee Heroes, Skyscraping Perfect and Blue Sky Stream were fil…
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Nov 26, 2020
PokeGuardian Podcast #5 - Matchless Fighters Info, Special Delivery Charizard, Shiny Star V Release
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the fifth episode. The host of the show will be Taj from PokeTaj, and Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
We will discuss the Snorlax and Pikachu Store promos, the Pokémon Center exclusive hyped Special Delivery Pikachu / Charizard promo's, a music producer getting his own card as 'Well-rounded Musician' for the upcoming Pokémon the Movie Coco.
V Battle Decks - Venusaur V / Blastoise V are finally making their debut, but without their matching VMAX Cards. The Zacian V League Battle Decklist has been revealed, contains some very neat cards.
S5a Matchless Fighters, the set after S5I / S5R Sword & Shield - Single Strike Master / Rapid Strike Master has finally been revealed and might potentially bring some exciting stuff!
And lastly we will discuss the very anticipated release of last week: Sword & Shield 4.5 and Shiny Star V!
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Music used: Wataboi - Awakening
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Nov 6, 2020
PokeGuardian Podcast #4 - Blastoise & Venusaur VMAX Coming, Sword & Shield 4.5 (Shiny Star V) Leaked
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the fourth episode. The host of the show will be Taj from PokeTaj, and Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
We will discuss the Starter Set VMAX Venusaur, Starter Set VMAX Blastoise and VMAX Competitive Triple Starter Set that has been revealed. The amazing Special BOX Pokemon Center Kanazawa Open Memorial that is releasing during the Shiny Star V release. Jirachi GX Full Art finally coming in the Jirachi GX Collection Box. SM12a Tag All Stars and SM12 Alter Genesis are getting reprinted cards with free promo's in Japan.
Vivid Voltage finally coming out next week, we already managed to obtain the set list 2 weeks prior to release. The Sword & Shield Ultra-Premium Collection - Zacian & Zamazenta contents got finally revealed, showcasing beautiful black and gold promo cards! Amazing Trainer Card Collection of Marnie, Bede and Hop.
We will answer the PokeGuardian readers and listeners their questions in this episode.
And l…
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Oct 15, 2020
PokeGuardian Podcast #3 - Shiny Star V, Vivid Voltage Prerelease Promos, SWSH 4.5 Special Set
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the third episode. The host of the show will be Taj from PokeTaj, and Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
The first Galar Starter Pokémon Futsal promo has been revealed, how popular will Grookey get soon? Amazing Vivid Voltage promo cards have been revealed. Is it another Charizard? Yes of course it is!
The 25th anniversary could become one of the most hype moments in years because the Sword & Shield 4.5 Special Set has been confirmed coming now.
Cramorant VMAX and Dhelmise VMAX have been revealed for the Sword & Shield VMAX Special Set. And lastly the big Star of the show: Shiny Star V has been officially revealed. And you guessed it, Shiny Charizard VMAX!
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Sep 24, 2020
PokeGuardian Podcast #2 - Eevee on the Ball & Champion's Path Set List
Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast, this is the second episode! The host of the show will be Taj from PokeTaj, and Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
S4 Astonishing Volt Tackle was released last Friday and includes beautiful SR/HR/UR cards, we will also talk about the amazing Eevee on the Ball Pokémon Futsal Promo and a controversial reveal of the Zacian V League Battle Deck. S5 Single Strike Master / Rapid Strike Master has been confirmed to come for year 2 of Sword & Shield TCG.
Gold Zamazenta V / Zacian V are coming in the very luxurious Sword & Shield Elite Trainer Box Plus - Zacian or Zamazenta and the Ultra-Premium Collection - Zacian & Zamazenta, Jirachi GX Full Art has been found in TCGO along with the very cute Togepi, Cleffa & Igglybuff GX Special Art coming in the Small But Mighty Premium Collection.
The promo Charizard card from the 2nd Illustration Grand Prix has alot of hype now that is releasing next month, will it be scalped?
Lastly we will cov…
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Sep 4, 2020
PokeGuardian Podcast #1 - Vivid Voltage, Kanto Power Collection and The Hype for Champion's Path
Welcome to our first ever PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the first episode. The host of the show will be Taj from PokeTaj, and Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian.
Sword & Shield - Vivid Voltage was finally revealed last week and it has a nice surprise for everyone, we will also talk about the Product line-up of Vivid Voltage, talk about the Pokemon Card Game 20th Anniversary Deck Box that sold on auction for $11,200, the Kanto Power Collection which surprised alot of people and lastly we will focus on the huge hype around Champion's Path. Is it really going to be the next Hidden Fates?
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