Field Notes Market Report Week of August 21, 2026
Weekly Bulk Movers
Bulk Breakouts
Sub-75¢ cards now soaring
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Larvitar - 2005 (Takashi Yoneda)A notable World Championship Deck common, reflecting collector interest in nostalgic cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+4920%$0.20 → $10.04
5 sales -
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Patrat (#29)A bulk common from a Trainer Kit, indicating a growing appreciation for lesser-known cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+4200%$0.01 → $0.43
5 sales -
3
Hau - 120/149 (#33 Pikachu Stamped)A Pikachu-stamped promo that appeals to both collectors and players, driving its value higher.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+3340%$0.05 → $1.72
3 sales -
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Roseanne's BackupThis uncommon promo showcases a significant increase, likely due to limited availability.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+1122%$0.27 → $3.30
7 sales -
5
Celio's Network - 2006 (Jimmy Ballard)Another uncommon from the World Championship Decks, benefiting from niche collector demand.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+824%$0.25 → $2.31
2 sales -
6
Water EnergyA classic energy card, its consistent sales volume suggests strong foundational demand.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+813%$0.16 → $1.46
185 sales -
7
Fairy Energy (20)This common energy card's rise may reflect a broader trend in collectible energies.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+779%$0.28 → $2.46
2 sales -
8
Fezandipiti ex - 038/064 (Starless Holo)A double rare from a lesser-known set, indicating potential shifts in collector focus.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+756%$0.50 → $4.28
5 sales
Modern · Top Movers
Biggest gainers — Sun & Moon era onward
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MetangA common from a high-volume set, showing strong collector interest amid broader trends.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+573%$0.56 → $3.77
1758 sales -
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Rapid Strike Urshifu VMAXAn ultra rare from a prize pack series, its significant rise reflects competitive play interest.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+461%$10.13 → $56.82
3 sales -
3
Secret Box - 2025 (Riley McKay)A new entry from the World Championship Decks, appealing due to its novelty and rarity.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+433%$0.09 → $0.48
7 sales -
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Sparkling CrystalAn ACE SPEC rare that could be gaining traction due to its unique gameplay value.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+407%$4.02 → $20.39
22 sales -
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Rayquaza (Energy Symbol Pattern)A rare card from a heavily played set, indicating strong demand among collectors and players.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+225%$2.16 → $7.02
569 sales -
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Spritzee - 2014 (Michikazu Tsuda)A common that has seen a modest rise, reflecting steady interest in classic cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+174%$0.38 → $1.04
3 sales -
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![Rillaboom - SWSH006 (Prerelease) [Staff]](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/208260_in_400x400.jpg)
Rillaboom - SWSH006 (Prerelease) [Staff]A high-value promo that has seen a significant uptick, likely due to its rarity and appeal.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+162%$45.01 → $117.79
4 sales -
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Oracle - 2004 (Chris Fulop)An uncommon from the World Championship Decks, its rise reflects niche collector interest.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+157%$2.62 → $6.72
4 sales
Modern · Cooling Off
Modern cards sliding this month
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Acerola - 2017 (Naoto Suzuki)A sharp decline in this uncommon card suggests a cooling off after previous speculation.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-88%$5.00 → $0.60
2 sales -
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Torchic - 056A significant drop for this promo reflects a possible market correction after inflated values.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-70%$35.50 → $10.75
593 sales -
3
![Miraidon - 082 [Staff]](https://tcgplayer-cdn.tcgplayer.com/product/707534_in_400x400.jpg)
Miraidon - 082 [Staff]A notable decline for this staff promo, indicating a shift in collector interest.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-68%$44.85 → $14.20
62 sales -
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Chespin - 058This promo's pullback suggests that previous peaks were not sustainable amid high sales volume.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-67%$16.00 → $5.25
650 sales -
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Treecko - 055A significant decline in value could reflect over-speculation in the promo market.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-64%$29.99 → $10.79
632 sales -
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Rosa's Encouragement - 084/088 (Cosmos Holo)A notable decline in this uncommon card may indicate a broader correction in the promo space.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-64%$1.85 → $0.67
69 sales -
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DawnA drop in value suggests a cooling off period for this uncommon card amid high sales.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-63%$1.39 → $0.51
116 sales -
8
N's ZekromA significant decline indicates a market correction following a period of inflated interest.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-63%$1.97 → $0.73
79 sales
Vintage · Top Movers
Biggest gainers — WOTC through XY
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Zekrom (Paradox Rift Stamped)Up 170% over the past month on 114 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+170%$0.83 → $2.24
114 sales -
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YanmaUp 170% over the past month on 8 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+170%$1.99 → $5.37
8 sales -
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Entei & Raikou Legend (top)Up 161% over the past month on 5 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+161%$121.00 → $315.98
5 sales -
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CombuskenUp 147% over the past month on 5 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+147%$0.51 → $1.26
5 sales -
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Magnezone LV.XUp 146% over the past month on 3 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+146%$41.13 → $101.09
3 sales -
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Machamp (16)Up 146% over the past month on 4 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+146%$9.84 → $24.16
4 sales -
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ZubatUp 133% over the past month on 8 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+133%$0.87 → $2.03
8 sales -
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Rocket's Secret ExperimentUp 132% over the past month on 8 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+132%$9.66 → $22.39
8 sales
Vintage · Cooling Off
Vintage cards sliding this month
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Dusknoir FBDown 82% over the past month on 3 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-82%$11.40 → $2.06
3 sales -
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Latios - 073/182 (Cosmos Holo)Down 60% over the past month on 1244 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-60%$3.59 → $1.44
1244 sales -
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Lightning Energy (2007-2008 League Promo)Down 49% over the past month on 10 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-49%$8.40 → $4.32
10 sales -
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Nest Ball - 123/149 (League Cup)Down 47% over the past month on 6 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-47%$15.26 → $8.01
6 sales -
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Pidgey - 016/165 (League Promo)Down 43% over the past month on 49 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-43%$4.94 → $2.83
49 sales -
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Luxray - 028/088 (Cosmos Holo)Down 40% over the past month on 19 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-40%$18.00 → $10.75
19 sales -
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Spiritomb - 087/132 (Pokeween 2025)Down 37% over the past month on 95 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-37%$1.95 → $1.22
95 sales -
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CharmanderDown 36% over the past month on 29 sales — no obvious catalyst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-36%$6.22 → $3.99
29 sales
As always, these vintage fluctuations warrant caution; thin volumes can amplify price shifts. Collectors should approach with discernment.
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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