Field Notes Market Report Week of October 16, 2026
Weekly Bulk Movers
Bulk Breakouts
Sub-75¢ cards now soaring
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Dreepy (Library Exclusive)Unprecedented rise for a common card, likely driven by collector interest.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+49900%$0.20 → $100.00
2 sales -
2
TyranitarAquapolis set continues to show strength, albeit with limited sales.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+41925%$0.32 → $134.48
3 sales -
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ChimcharCountdown Calendar promos often see spikes; Chimchar is no exception.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+32353%$0.15 → $48.68
2 sales -
4
+2360%$0.15 → $3.69
2 sales -
5
Cramorant - 2023 (Shao Tong Yen)Cramorant's recent boost suggests a renewed interest in 2023 Championship cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+400%$0.40 → $2.00
3 sales -
6
TV Reporter - 2004 (Tsuguyoshi Yamato)TV Reporter benefits from nostalgia; a healthy increase in demand.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+376%$0.46 → $2.19
2 sales -
7
Rare Candy - 2004 (Kevin Nguyen)Rare Candy shows promise, but the jump is modest relative to its history.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+348%$0.25 → $1.12
3 sales -
8
Fighting Energy - 2015 (Alejandro Ng-Guzman)Fighting Energy's increase reflects a broader trend for playable cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+280%$0.25 → $0.95
9 sales
Modern · Top Movers
Biggest gainers — Sun & Moon era onward
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Mew - B/RGBMew's astronomical rise is an anomaly; few sales complicate the trend.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+74835%$5.00 → $3,746.75
4 sales -
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Latios Prism StarLatios Prism Star's growth is notable amidst a strong set.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+449%$12.29 → $67.49
58 sales -
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Jirachi Prism StarJirachi Prism Star maintains collector interest, supported by consistent sales.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+382%$14.77 → $71.21
61 sales -
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Victini Prism StarVictini Prism Star's value increase may point to its competitive play potential.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+344%$9.35 → $41.47
69 sales -
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Tapu Koko Prism StarTapu Koko Prism Star's rise mirrors other recent Prism card trends.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+331%$2.12 → $9.14
133 sales -
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Shaymin Prism StarShaymin Prism Star's increase suggests a growing appreciation for its art.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+324%$5.52 → $23.42
64 sales -
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Celebi Prism StarCelebi Prism Star's significant rise indicates a shift in demand for older cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+296%$10.50 → $41.59
131 sales -
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Pumpkaboo - 2022 (Andre Chiasson)Pumpkaboo's increase reflects a niche interest in Championship cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+275%$0.99 → $3.71
3 sales
Modern · Cooling Off
Modern cards sliding this month
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Greninja ex - 099 (30th Celebration)Greninja ex's drastic decline signals a correction after inflated hype.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-80%$3.26 → $0.65
1065 sales -
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Sylveon ex - 100 (30th Celebration)Sylveon ex's pullback indicates market saturation in the promo category.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-72%$3.79 → $1.07
1396 sales -
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LaprasLapras's decline marks a notable cooling for high-value illustration rares.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-69%$18.25 → $5.61
1541 sales -
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Mew exMew ex's drop suggests a reevaluation of its market position.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-67%$156.88 → $52.20
253 sales -
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Puzzle of Time - 2018 (Robin Schulz)Puzzle of Time's decline may reflect changing gameplay dynamics.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-67%$1.50 → $0.50
3 sales -
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GholdengoGholdengo's cooling indicates a potential oversupply in the market.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-65%$3.40 → $1.18
857 sales -
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MausholdMaushold's significant drop is a clear sign of market correction.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-64%$30.26 → $10.91
672 sales -
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ChandelureChandelure's decline suggests a lack of sustained interest post-release.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-63%$5.14 → $1.88
903 sales
Vintage · Top Movers
Biggest gainers — WOTC through XY
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Zoroark - BW19Zoroark's rise points to its continued relevance in competitive play.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+381%$8.47 → $40.70
14 sales -
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Primarina - 020/084 (What's Your Favorite Stamp)Primarina's increase highlights collector interest in unique promos.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+272%$9.44 → $35.10
76 sales -
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Professor Elm's Training Method (2006-2007)Professor Elm's Training Method shows strength in the promo market.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+270%$43.78 → $162.00
3 sales -
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Snorlax VSnorlax V's increase reflects a growing appreciation for jumbo cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+225%$19.99 → $64.99
3 sales -
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Dudunsparce - 129/162 (Non-Holo)Dudunsparce's rise is modest but indicates healthy collector activity.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+216%$1.02 → $3.22
13 sales -
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Torchic - 008 (e-League)Torchic's increase is impressive, likely due to its rarity in the promo space.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+201%$50.05 → $150.58
5 sales -
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Lucario (47)Lucario's modest gain reflects steady demand, albeit with limited sales.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+149%$0.53 → $1.32
39 sales -
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Deino - 97/113 (Pokemon League) [4th Place]Deino's increase is notable but supported by low sales volume.
Check current price on TCGplayer →+148%$4.83 → $11.98
3 sales
Vintage · Cooling Off
Vintage cards sliding this month
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Dark Charizard (4)Dark Charizard's sharp decline underscores the volatility of vintage cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-76%$265.83 → $62.35
4 sales -
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Greninja ex - 099 (30th Celebration)Greninja ex's pullback suggests a reassessment of its value.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-72%$9.25 → $2.63
51 sales -
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Lucario GX - SM100Lucario GX's decline reflects a broader trend in jumbo promos.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-58%$4.83 → $2.02
20 sales -
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BunearyBuneary's drop indicates a cooling in interest for older common cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-48%$14.83 → $7.72
4 sales -
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Naganadel - 108/214 (Pokemon League)Naganadel's decline is a sign of shifting collector priorities.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-41%$2.51 → $1.48
41 sales -
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WingullWingull's decrease suggests a lack of demand for this common card.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-41%$2.15 → $1.27
14 sales -
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Sylveon ex - 100 (30th Celebration)Sylveon ex's significant drop indicates a potential bubble burst.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-40%$6.18 → $3.72
93 sales -
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VenonatVenonat's decline reflects a general cooling of interest in Base Set 2 cards.
Check current price on TCGplayer →-37%$1.64 → $1.03
32 sales
As always, this week's movements reflect a thinly traded market; exercise caution when considering these price fluctuations.
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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