Pokémon TCG Elite Trainer Box Price Drops: Why You Should Actually Care
Alright, card hoarders and Pokémon TCG maximalists—today is your day. No, seriously. If your wallet has been wincing at the price tags on new Elite Trainer Boxes, Black Bolt and White Flare just clocked in at $79.97 apiece. I know, that’s still more than your favorite Steam indie sale, but for sealed Pokémon, that’s basically the dollar menu.
Why These ETBs Matter
Look, every TCG release tries to tell you it’s a game-changer. But Black Bolt and White Flare? These are the sets everyone’s itching to rip or squirrel away in a closet “for the kids.” (Yeah, we all know who’s really opening them at 2 AM.) If you’ve got scandal fatigue or just need to flex on your collection, these price drops matter.
- Black Bolt ETB: $79.97
- White Flare ETB: $79.97
- Destined Rivals ETB: $88
But Wait, There’s More: MTG Final Fantasy VI Commander Deck
If you dabble in more than one cardboard addiction, the Magic: The Gathering Final Fantasy VI Commander Deck just dropped to $54.43. Bonus points if you can quote Kefka’s laugh without sounding like you’re short-circuiting.
And let’s not ignore the hardcore play: the four-deck MTG bundle is down to $233.41, which is… yikes, still a chunk of change. But that’s the price of multicolor dreams, my friend.
Should You Buy Now?
Short answer: If you’re even asking, your brain already wants to. TCG prices are volatile, like Switch 2 rumors (speaking of, check out how Nintendo’s record sales are making my wallet nervous).
Hot Tips for Non-Hoarders
- Openers: If you‘re ripping packs, these prices beat the post-hype upswing that always comes after sets go out of print.
- Investors: If you’re more thrilled by shrink wrap than shiny cards, these ETBs are about as low as they’ve gone since launch.
- Open/Invest Hybrids (A.K.A. Schrodinger’s Collector): Just admit you want one for shelf display. Same, pal.
The Bottom Line
If you’ve been waiting for a sign to grab these Pokémon TCG Elite Trainer Boxes or snag that FFVI Commander Deck, this is it. Not investment advice. (But also, have you seen what sealed Shining Legends goes for?) Grab ‘em before the prices go back up. Or don’t—maybe you have self-control. (Teach me.)
