Field Notes Market Report Week of July 31, 2026
Weekly Bulk Movers
Bulk Breakouts
Sub-75¢ cards now soaring
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Fighting Energy (#22)Common cards can still surprise; this one broke the dollar milestone.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+6600%$0.01 → $0.67
5 sales -
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KabutopsStrong sales volume indicates increased collector interest in this rare.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+2800%$0.01 → $0.29
504 sales -
3
Oddish (5)Another common card showing unexpected growth, likely driven by recent interest.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+2700%$0.01 → $0.28
68 sales -
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WeedleA common from a popular set; its rise reflects broader trends in Unbroken Bonds.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+2600%$0.01 → $0.27
464 sales -
5
CottoneeDespite being common, this card's performance indicates growing demand.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1900%$0.01 → $0.20
128 sales -
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Devolution SprayUncommon cards can be overlooked; this one’s rise is noteworthy.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1900%$0.01 → $0.20
53 sales -
7
JigglypuffA common that has attracted attention, showing healthy sales volume.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1700%$0.01 → $0.18
408 sales -
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MetangA common card with a significant jump, but sales volume is notably thin.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1640%$0.25 → $4.35
1898 sales
Modern · Top Movers
Biggest gainers — Sun & Moon era onward
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Telepathic Psychic Energy - 088/088 (Cosmos Holo)Rare cards from prize packs often find niche collectors; this one is no exception.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1355%$1.00 → $14.55
95 sales -
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Chien-Pao ex - 030Promo cards can capture spikes in interest; this one is particularly notable.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1295%$0.20 → $2.79
27 sales -
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Toxtricity - 068/094 (Cosmos Holo)Rare cards from prize packs can attract collectors; this one is a prime example.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1187%$0.15 → $1.93
95 sales -
4
GengarAnother rare card from prize packs, reflecting a healthy collector appetite.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1044%$1.00 → $11.44
189 sales -
5
Metang - 114/162 (Cosmos Holo)Common cards can break out unexpectedly; this one shows promise.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+903%$0.74 → $7.42
212 sales -
6
Unown VAn uncommon that has seen a notable uptick, but volume remains limited.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+880%$0.10 → $0.98
216 sales -
7
ZinniaA common that has gained traction, but sales numbers are relatively low.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+667%$0.15 → $1.15
18 sales -
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Charmeleon - 012/094 (Cosmos Holo)This rare card's rise is significant, despite its previous low valuation.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+614%$0.50 → $3.57
145 sales
Modern · Cooling Off
Modern cards sliding this month
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Mega Darkrai exA substantial decline, indicating a potential market correction for this ultra rare.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-95%$14.98 → $0.77
2522 sales -
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ArmarougeA dramatic drop in value; this illustration rare may have been overvalued.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-94%$99.99 → $6.03
1109 sales -
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PrimarinaAnother significant decline in value for this illustration rare; market correction evident.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-93%$79.99 → $5.62
1015 sales -
4
Gladion's Final BattleA high-value drop suggests this ultra rare may have been overhyped.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-92%$49.98 → $4.01
542 sales -
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Rampardos exA steep decline; this double rare's value has plummeted, indicating cooling interest.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-90%$5.24 → $0.53
1744 sales -
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Core Memory - 070/088 (Cosmos Holo)Another notable drop, signaling potential overvaluation in the current market.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-88%$4.99 → $0.59
59 sales -
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Mega Excadrill exA high-value drop for this promo card, suggesting a reevaluation by collectors.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-88%$8.24 → $1.00
3029 sales -
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Zarude - 088Down 88% over the past month on 780 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-88%$17.97 → $2.20
780 sales
Vintage · Top Movers
Biggest gainers — WOTC through XY
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TogepiA limited number of sales may impact future value; caution advised.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1152%$7.99 → $100.00
5 sales -
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Lillie's Determination - 119/132 (Ultra Ball League)This promo's rise is steep, but only a few sales indicate thin demand.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+567%$0.15 → $1.00
3 sales -
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![Volcarona - 15/114 (Pokemon League) [4th Place]](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/126205_in_400x400.jpg)
Volcarona - 15/114 (Pokemon League) [4th Place]A modest rise, but volume remains low, suggesting limited collector interest.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+330%$2.79 → $12.00
6 sales -
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Team Aqua's CarvanhaA solid gain, yet sales volume is thin; potential for future volatility.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+257%$0.42 → $1.50
17 sales -
5
Deoxys ex (Defense Forme)Another common card that has seen a healthy increase, but sales are limited.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+254%$67.32 → $238.39
3 sales -
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Joltik (42)Up 161% over the past month on 16 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+161%$1.22 → $3.18
16 sales -
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PlusleUp 154% over the past month on 9 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+154%$0.72 → $1.83
9 sales -
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Vivillon - 17/146 (Cosmos Holo)Up 133% over the past month on 16 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+133%$2.60 → $6.05
16 sales
Vintage · Cooling Off
Vintage cards sliding this month
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AerodactylA notable decline; this promo card has lost considerable value in the past month.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-57%$15.93 → $6.91
4 sales -
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HydreigonA significant drop; this rare card's value suggests a cooling market.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-52%$4.62 → $2.23
8 sales -
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Primarina - 020/084 (What's Your Favorite Stamp)A decline indicating a potential correction or cooling interest in this rare.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-48%$17.54 → $9.03
85 sales -
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Metal Energy (2011 Pokemon League)A significant drop; this double rare’s decline signals a shift in collector interest.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-47%$8.16 → $4.33
4 sales -
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HariyamaA notable decline; this rare has seen a substantial decrease in value.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-45%$2.75 → $1.51
39 sales -
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PoliwrathA significant drop in value; this double rare is experiencing a cooling period.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-43%$280.98 → $159.97
7 sales -
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Sylveon - 040/131 (Pokemon Day)A decline suggests a reevaluation of this rare card's market position.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-40%$16.22 → $9.73
39 sales -
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Snorlax ex (Prismatic Evolution Stamped)Down 38% over the past month on 130 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-38%$6.95 → $4.33
130 sales
As always, caution is warranted with these thin-volume vintage moves; trends can shift quickly and without warning.
Ranked by 30-day change in TCGplayer market price, with minimum sales-volume, price, and percentage floors to filter out noise. Prices update continuously on each card's page. Not financial advice — collect what you love.
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