Resources
Resources
Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your Pokémon journey, the resources below will help you stay informed, improve your collection and connect with the community. While we’re not affiliated with these sites, we find them helpful and hope you do too!
Set Release Calendar
Stay up to date with upcoming Pokémon TCG releases:
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Pokémon TCG Product Calendar: The Pokémon Company’s official release calendar.
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TCGplayer Set Release List: Upcoming and past set release dates.
Price Guides & Market Trends
Research market values and track card prices:
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TCGplayer Market: Browse current market prices.
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PriceCharting: Historical and current price guides.
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Pokémon Prices: Another useful price resource.
Card Grading & Authentication
Learn about grading services and how to submit cards:
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PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator): Submission guidelines and grading scale.
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Beckett Grading Services (BGS): Grading information.
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CGC Trading Cards: Alternative grading option.
Community & Trading
Connect with other collectors and trade safely:
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r/pkmntcgtrades (Reddit): A community for trading and discussions.
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Discord Pokémon TCG Servers: Look for servers dedicated to buying, selling and trading cards.
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Facebook Groups: Search for Pokémon TCG buy/sell/trade groups in your region.
Collecting & Care Tips
Helpful articles and guides:
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How to Start a Pokémon Card Collection: Tips for beginners on building a collection and avoiding fakes.
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Card Storage & Protection Guide: Learn about sleeves, toploaders, binders and storage solutions.
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Spotting Fake Cards: Guides that explain the telltale signs of counterfeit cards.
Official Rules & Gameplay
Download official rulebooks and learn how to play:
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Pokémon TCG Rulebook: Official rules PDF.
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Play! Pokémon: Find tournaments and league events.
Additional Reading
Explore our own blog and educational content for news, set reviews and collecting advice (coming soon!). Check back regularly for updates.
Disclaimer: The links above are provided for informational purposes only. PokeVault is not affiliated with these third‑party websites and is not responsible for their content or accuracy.
If you know of a valuable resource we should add, or if you have questions about collecting, feel free to contact us. We're always happy to help fellow trainers!