Field Notes Market Report Week of August 7, 2026
Weekly Bulk Movers
Bulk Breakouts
Sub-75¢ cards now soaring
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Fighting Energy (#22)This Fighting Energy has broken the dollar mark, indicating heightened interest in Trainer cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+6600%$0.01 → $0.67
5 sales -
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Patrat (#29)Patrat's move suggests a growing appreciation for common cards from the BW era.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+3300%$0.01 → $0.34
3 sales -
3
KabutopsKabutops remains a low-cost entry point for collectors focused on the Scarlet & Violet set.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+2800%$0.01 → $0.29
424 sales -
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WeedleWeedle's surge reflects a broader trend of interest in Champion's Path cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+2600%$0.01 → $0.27
463 sales -
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CottoneeCottonee's increase showcases a strong collector base for Unbroken Bonds commons.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1900%$0.01 → $0.20
118 sales -
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ChanseyChansey's rise is notable given its common status, indicating collector interest in nostalgia.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1700%$0.01 → $0.18
157 sales -
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MetangMetang's significant growth is backed by a high sales volume, reflecting healthy demand.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1364%$0.25 → $3.66
1956 sales -
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Chien-Pao ex - 030Chien-Pao ex's increase could be attributed to its promo status, though volume is thin.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1295%$0.20 → $2.79
32 sales
Modern · Top Movers
Biggest gainers — Sun & Moon era onward
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Metang - 114/162 (Cosmos Holo)The Cosmos Holo Metang's rise is notable; collectors may be drawn to its rarity.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+769%$0.68 → $5.91
232 sales -
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Sparkling CrystalSparkling Crystal's increase may reflect a niche market for ACE SPEC cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+704%$1.13 → $9.09
38 sales -
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Lucario GL - 2009 (Tsubasa Nakamura)Lucario GL's vintage appeal drives its substantial price increase despite low sales volume.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+621%$3.00 → $21.62
5 sales -
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RuffianRuffian's rise demonstrates consistent interest in Ultra Rare cards from the latest sets.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+450%$0.10 → $0.55
640 sales -
5
Water Energy (Texture Full Art)Water Energy's growth from a common to a sought-after card highlights evolving collector priorities.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+388%$0.25 → $1.22
51 sales -
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DunsparceDunsparce's increase suggests strong interest in Ultra Rare cards from the Crown Zenith set.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+382%$1.30 → $6.27
215 sales -
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SudowoodoSudowoodo's modest increase reflects a growing interest in less common cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+338%$0.08 → $0.35
37 sales -
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Snorlax - 2023 (Gabriel Fernandez)Snorlax's significant rise is noteworthy given its low sales volume and high jump.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+307%$0.75 → $3.05
5 sales
Modern · Cooling Off
Modern cards sliding this month
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ArmarougeArmarouge's dramatic decline highlights volatility in the market, particularly for high-value cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-94%$99.99 → $5.95
1381 sales -
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Mega Zeraora exMega Zeraora ex's drop points to a significant pullback in the Double Rare category.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-94%$11.33 → $0.68
2829 sales -
3
Mega Darkrai exMega Darkrai ex's decline suggests a cooling off for previously high-demand cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-94%$14.98 → $0.94
3285 sales -
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PrimarinaPrimarina's steep drop indicates a correction in the market for high-value illustration rares.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-93%$79.99 → $5.68
1269 sales -
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Gladion's Final BattleGladion's Final Battle's price drop reflects a significant market shift for Ultra Rares.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-92%$49.98 → $4.11
670 sales -
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Zarude - 088Zarude's decline suggests a reevaluation of its value among collectors.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-91%$17.97 → $1.62
1066 sales -
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Rampardos exRampardos ex's significant drop points to a broader cooling in Double Rares.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-90%$5.24 → $0.51
2487 sales -
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Mega Chandelure exMega Chandelure ex's decline further emphasizes the volatility in the Pitch Black set.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-90%$6.98 → $0.69
2910 sales
Vintage · Top Movers
Biggest gainers — WOTC through XY
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TogepiTogepi's sharp increase suggests a surge in demand for nostalgic promo cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1152%$7.99 → $100.00
5 sales -
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Water EnergyWater Energy's rise from a common card showcases evolving collector preferences.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+813%$0.16 → $1.46
330 sales -
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Fezandipiti ex - 038/064 (Starless Holo)Fezandipiti ex's increase reflects collector interest in unique Double Rare cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+684%$0.50 → $3.92
3 sales -
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RayquazaRayquaza's remarkable jump underscores its status as a highly sought-after vintage card.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+414%$104.42 → $536.45
9 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]Volcarona's increase indicates collector interest in League & Championship cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+330%$2.79 → $12.00
5 sales -
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Croconaw (#13)Croconaw's rise demonstrates collector interest in classic cards from the HGSS era.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+206%$0.50 → $1.53
6 sales -
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Manectric - 38/107 (Prerelease)Manectric's increase is notable for a promo card, reflecting its rarity.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+172%$27.57 → $74.99
3 sales -
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PikachuPikachu's growth points to its ongoing popularity among collectors of all levels.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+137%$3.03 → $7.19
628 sales
Vintage · Cooling Off
Vintage cards sliding this month
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Latios - 073/182 (Cosmos Holo)Latios's steep decline highlights a significant correction for Cosmos Holos.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-94%$38.25 → $2.16
1349 sales -
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HydreigonHydreigon's drop suggests reduced interest in Holo Rare cards from Noble Victories.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-52%$4.62 → $2.23
7 sales -
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Spiritomb - 087/132 (Pokeween 2025)Spiritomb's decline indicates a cooling for promotional cards in the current market.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-51%$2.66 → $1.29
126 sales -
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Primarina - 020/084 (What's Your Favorite Stamp)Primarina's significant drop reflects a broader trend of reevaluation for rare cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-50%$17.54 → $8.81
127 sales -
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Metal Energy (2011 Pokemon League)Metal Energy's decline underscores volatility in the promotional segment.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-47%$8.16 → $4.33
4 sales -
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Miraidon - 028/084 (Non-Holo)Miraidon's decrease points to shifting collector interest in rare cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-44%$2.16 → $1.20
77 sales -
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Virizion - 13/101 (Cosmos Holo)Virizion's decline suggests a cooling in demand for Cosmos Holos.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-44%$3.30 → $1.85
6 sales -
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Sylveon - 040/131 (Pokemon Day)Sylveon's drop highlights possible market corrections for promotional rarities.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-43%$15.72 → $8.98
56 sales
While these price shifts are notable, they reflect thin-volume trades, and caution is warranted when interpreting these movements.
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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