First Edition Machoke (Base Set)
The muscle behind the original Fighting-type decks. We examine the 1st Edition Base Set Machoke, a Shadowless Uncommon that served as the heavy-hitting bridge to the iconic Machamp
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Cyclopean Tomb (Alpha)
The infamous “free” artifact. We explore the Alpha Cyclopean Tomb, its notorious mana cost misprint, the striking Anson Maddocks art, and its role as a land-warfare staple in Old School
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First Edition Bulbasaur (Base Set)
The very first entry in the Pokédex and the start of a legendary journey. We break down the 1st Edition Base Set Bulbasaur, a Shadowless Common card that remains one of the most beloved “low-rarity” treasures in the hobby
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First Edition Arcanine (Base Set)
The “Legendary” Pokémon that roared into the Base Set. We examine the 1st Edition Arcanine, an Uncommon that carried the presence of a Holo Rare, combining high HP with the blistering offensive power of Take Down
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Sedge Troll (Alpha)
The premier dual-color threat. We analyze the Alpha Sedge Troll’s market value, the Dan Frazier art error, and why this hybrid powerhouse defined early aggressive strategies
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Manabarbs (Alpha)
The ultimate red tax. We dive into the Alpha Manabarbs, exploring Christopher Rush’s chaotic art, the strategic “punisher” gameplay, and its current value as a low-supply Alpha rare
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Howling Mine (Alpha)
The original engine of group hug (and pain). We explore the history of the Alpha Howling Mine, its unique “Continuous Artifact” rules legacy, and the market value of this Mark Poole classic
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First Edition Pidgeotto (Base Set)
The tactical disruptor of the early skies. We explore the 1st Edition Base Set Pidgeotto, a rare non-holo that punches above its weight with the disruptive Whirlwind and the ultimate “no-u” move: Mirror Move
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First Edition Nidoking (Base Set)
The original king of the poison-type. We break down the 1st Edition Base Set Nidoking, a card that combined Ken Sugimori’s fierce design with one of the most punishing status effects in the early TCG: the “Toxic” double-poison
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Goblin King (Alpha)
The original tribal lord. We analyze the Alpha Goblin King’s market value, the classic Jesper Myrfors art, and why this red rare remains the heart of Goblin decks everywhere
