PokeGuardian Podcast #49 - Terastal Festival ex Release Special: Overhyped or Truly Worth It?

Welcome to the latest episode of the PokeGuardian Podcast! The Host of the show will be Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. In this episode, we’re diving into exciting updates, including new print runs being announced for Terastal Festival ex and Battle Partners, the reveal of interesting new products like Iono’s Bellibolt ex Premium Collection, and very interesting lottery details for the Mew ex Special Art Card, exclusively for Mainland China. Plus, we’ll share our thoughts on the Battle Partners set and discuss the upcoming appearances of renowned Pokémon illustrators doing signings at the 2025 Europe International Championships. Let’s jump right in!

Welcome to the latest episode of the PokeGuardian Podcast! The Host of the show will be Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. In this episode, okJLUV joins me to delve into the dramatic launch of Prismatic Evolutions, which hit the shelves this Friday. This set ignited controversy among Pokémon card enthusiasts worldwide, and we'll explore what TPCi did right, wrong, and downright poorly. We'll also discuss how this could influence future releases. We also look ahead to Journey Together and its Japanese counterpart, Battle Partners, the next eagerly anticipated sets, and for good reason. We'll talk about how Trainer's Pokémon has been warmly embraced by both collectors and players.

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PokeGuardian Podcast #49 - Terastal Festival ex Release Special: Overhyped or Truly Worth It? by PokeGuardian.com

Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 48th episode. The Host of the show will be Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. We have a returning guest all the way from England on our episode: Ryan from Braysh Gaming and co-owner of Kādo Collectables.  In this episode, we dive into the excitement building around Surging Sparks: is this the set everyone’s been waiting for? The buzz is undeniable! We’ll also cover the exclusive Pikachu promo that Taiwan and Hong Kong are getting a card that might never make it to our shores! If your wallet isn’t drained from the holiday season yet, brace yourself! 2025’s hottest sets are on the horizon! We’ve finally got details on the rumored sets linked to the trademarks Hot Air Arena and Glory of Team Rocket. And for Eeveelution fans, High Class Pack Terastal Festival and Prismatic Evolutions might just be a dream come true. These sets are set to go wild with collectors. Tune in to find out more!

Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 47th episode. The Host of the show will be Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. In Episode 47, we talk all about the hot news revealed during the 2024 Pokémon World Championships!

Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 46th episode. The Host of the show will be Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. In Episode 46, we explore the full reveal of Stella Miracle set which released this week, exclusive Pokémon GO artwork for China's "Brave Enchanting Stars" set, and the top 300 entries for the Pokémon TCG Illustration Contest 2024. We also discuss the new "Pokémon Horizons: The Series" special card set, the rumored "Terastal Festival" set, and the "Pokémon Together Eevee & Pikachu" promo cards for the USA and Canada. Lastly, we cover teasers for the "Stella Ceruledge EX" and "Stella Sylveon EX" starter sets and the reveal of the Charizard EX Super Premium Collection, which pushes Charizard fans to the limit, many fans seem not happy with the pricing.

In this episode, we bid farewell to Taj as the host of the PokeGuardian Podcast. After four years of fun, the podcast is entering a new chapter. Discover why Taj is leaving (no drama involved!). We also discuss the latest set, Night Wanderer, and the stunning Art Rares. Are Ukiyo-e Pokémon cards really a thing now? Shrouded Fable boasts some of the best promos ever, art-wise. And Stellar Type? Yes, it’s coming soon. Stella Miracle was recently revealed, and will Terapagos ex change the game? If you thought Pokémon cards were fading, think again! They sold nearly 12 billion cards last year, surpassing the previous year’s sales. We'll dive into all the details. Lisia? That name brings back memories, for better or worse. She’s making a stylish return later this year with her own TCG merchandise! What will this mean for fans? Lastly, make way for TEAM ROCKET! The name "Glory of Team Rocket" was recently trademarked, hinting at an exciting upcoming TCG set. And could Terastal Festival be the name to close out 2024? This also got trademarked, and it sounds promising!

Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 44th episode. The Host of the show will be Taj from TCG Taj and Co-Host 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. Pokemon Day left TCG fans divided with the reveal of Pokemon Trading Card Pocket, remember the name because this app could prove to be quite a success. This app will bring a new way to play the over 25 year old game, and brings back old art but also introduces a new type of Pocket exclusive Immersive Card. Exciting! Also the second set of 2024 comes with BloodMoon Ursaluna, making it's debut in the TCG with the set called Crimson Haze. This set will feature strong cards, but also very strong art so far! Let's discuss the impact of these cards, but also how pretty these look!  ’Ello, ’ello, hola! C---- stop it, you know who this is. Iono is getting a TPCi first exclusive Full Art promo here! Very exciting, the next Premium Tournament Collection is all about Iono!  Gardevoir ex League Battle Deck, such an amazing product, the best we have honestly ever seen, but is it too late with the format rotation coming? Let's discuss this.  Lastly, there's no better period now to visit Indonesia, because Pokemon is all in Bali right now, in 2024 events and shops that are participating with the Pikachu's Indonesia Journey campaign will hand out a special Pikachu in Batik Shirt promo, this is so cool and let's discuss this more!

Welcome to the PokeGuardian Podcast. This is the 43th episode. The Host of the show will be Taj from TCG Taj and Co-Host Zakariya (PrimalLugia), the webmaster of PokeGuardian. We have a returning guest all the way from England on our episode: Ryan from Braysh Gaming and co-owner of Kādo Collectables.  Flutter Mane? Walking Wake? Iron Leaves?? What are these Pokemon? We discuss the upcoming Wild Force / Cyber Judge and English equivalent Temporal Forces which were revealed not too long ago, and how does this set stand? Will people get used to the new Future & Ancient Pokemon? Bianca making her return, and there is merch too?? Gengar merchandise? Lastly to end January, we have some tasteful merchandise to release with this set in Japan.  Moonbreon?? Yes Eevee Heroes again! We discuss the return of Eevee Heroes, but in Mainland China! Since its introduction in 2022, Simplified Chinese products have gained immense popularity, potentially marking a pivotal moment for international collectors. Stella Miracle? What is that? Yes, another fresh trademark for a potential TCG set, what could it be??? Lastly a Pikachu Art Rare that Japan still have not gotten yet? The Pokémon TCG: Paldea Adventure Chest might really be a chest full of nice stuff. https://www.pokeguardian.com/podcast/1632827_pokeguardian-podcast-43-wild-force-cyber-judge-chinese-eevee-heroes-stella-miracle-trademark