Pokémon TCG Pocket: Sun & Moon Hype Revives Nostalgia

The Extradimensional Crisis trailer instantly transported me back to the Sun and Moon era - a golden age of bizarre creativity in the Pokémon TCG. Ultra Beasts bursting into Pocket reminded me of those wild Crimson Invasion booster moments where half the creatures seemed to defy dimensional logic. It was gloriously weird, and it got me nostalgic enough to revisit my favorite cards from those groundbreaking expansions.

Sun & Moon Era Hits

Umbreon GX 154/149
$58.99 at TCG Player

Espeon GX 152/149
$36.69 at TCG Player

Sylveon GX 158/145
$194.00 at TCG Player

This retro-inspired set channels the same experimental energy that made Sun & Moon's later expansions so memorable. The return of Buzzwole, Nihilego and Lusamine's eerie energy effects triggers flashbacks of Forbidden Light's unpredictability and Ultra Prism's dazzling aesthetic.

Notable Sets

Mega Lopunny & Jigglypuff GX 226/236
$170.00 at TCG Player

The crown jewel of Cosmic Eclipse had to be its revolutionary Character Rares. Seeing that Arceus/Dialga/Palkia GX card spread across a trade table was literally jaw-dropping. Rosa's full art radiated quiet strength, while the Pikachu Character Rare possessed a heartwarming charm unmatched in the TCG.

Mewtwo GX SV59/SV94
$64.00 at TCG Player

Hidden Fates shattered expectations in August 2019 with its legendary Shiny Vault. That iconic Shiny Charizard GX became the ultimate chase card - I'll never forget the hush that fell over a local shop when someone finally pulled it. My best pull? A shiny Rowlet that made me realize how deep this collector's rabbit hole truly went.

Market Watch

Current market trends show single cards often offer better value than gambling on boosters. Some chase cards have seen dramatic price drops recently while others continue climbing:

Leafeon ex 144/131
Was $467.85 | Now $369.96 at TCG Player

Iron Crown ex 158/131
Was $84.00 | Now $67.75 at TCG Player

Sealed Products

For those who prefer the thrill of pack openings, these products represent the best value currently available:

Prismatic Evolutions Elite Trainer Box
$220.37 at TCG Player

Pokémon TCG Classic Set
$290.67 at Amazon

While Sun & Moon set the standard for innovative card design, today's market offers exciting opportunities for both collectors and players willing to navigate its twists and turns wisely.