Many collectors are looking to diversify their collections or discover emerging categories before they reach the level of demand we're seeing with Pokémon. While rare Pokémon cards are selling for millions in some instances, its competitors are catching on as collectors look for their next up-and-coming investment.
It was fun, as Pokopia got nearer to release, watching people realize that the human-looking character you're playing in this Animal Crossing-meets-Viva Pinata game is in fact a Ditto in disguise. There's something peculiarly creepy about that, especially given the ambiguity about what might have happened to Kanto ahead of this game.
The Care Center Parlor is akin to a one-stop shop, since it contains various upgrades for Grace. To access it, go to the 2F Chairman's Office and pick up the Unicorn Trinket Box. Examine it to acquire the Red Jewel. Then, head back to the 1F corridor and use the Red Jewel on the door indentation.
"I 'm the most hated man in town," Ray McKelvie told me. The town in question was Clinton, British Columbia, approximately 350 kilometres northeast of Vancouver, on Highway 97. Later, I asked another Clinton resident whether McKelvie's claim was true. She thought for a moment. "Well, there's Joe, who lives in the trailer park," she said. "We don't like him much either. But it's about even."
This gorgeous gadget had a design that many say mimics the streamlined sleekness and quality build of a classic '50s Cadillac - some models even boast fins at the rear. Made from enameled metal (early versions were cast iron, later ones were pot metal) and available in a range of colors, including chrome, pink, yellow, turquoise, white, blue, and avocado green, they were heavy and powerful.
Earlier this month, Poké Court, a card and collectible shop in the Manhattan Meatpacking District, was holding a community event where fans gathered to decorate top loaders for their cards. The event was a first of its kind for the store, which opened in November. But that's not why the people there that night will remember it. The event was crashed by a group of masked robbers who held the store up at gunpoint , smashed glass cases and shelves, and stole over $100,000 worth of collector's merchandise.
Last Monday, a family with Marin County and Los Angeles connections revealed that they are the owners of an extremely rare Honus Wagner baseball card from the 1909-11 T206 set. It is the first time in the 21st century that a T206 Honus Wagner card has been added to the list of approximately 50 previously known to exist. The baseball card is worth millions of dollars.
Help them reimagine the way they carry their money with the Bellroy Flip Case. It's minimal, durable, and fits perfectly in even the smallest of pockets. The hardest part about getting someone a personal gift like a pillow is trying to figure out which density is right. Well, Coop Home Goods has solved that problem. Their bestselling pillowwhich also happens to be an editor favoriteis adjustable, so your giftee can create their own dream pillow.
This holiday season, Legends Memorabilia Collection (LMC) offers a gift lineup for the ultimate sports fan. From MLB autographs from Hall of Famers and All-Stars to iconic NFL and college football memorabilia from the biggest names in the game, this curated guide spotlights top items perfect for the holiday gift-giving season! Right now, there is a special opportunity for MLB Trade Rumors readers. Using the discount code "TR10," receive 10% off any purchase. To celebrate the Dodgers' World Series title, there's an exclusive opportunity for collectors and fans alike to add to their memorabilia portfolio.
According to Starbucks' website, the Glass Starbucks Bearista Cold Cup is a glass vessel intended for the chain's cold drinks. In addition to helpfully keeping your iced lattes or matchas chilly, this cup is shaped to look like a bear - a gummy bear, really. It's wearing a green Starbucks-branded beanie, which holds a striped reusable straw. At $29.95, it's easy to see the Bearista cup's collectible and giftable appeal.
In anticipation of the festive season, Funko recently launched four new Funko Holiday Countdown Calendars for 2025. Each calendar includes an assortment of between 12 - 24 mystery figures based on popular franchises to help you track the final weeks until Christmas. One of the new sets is the Funko Pop Countdown Calendar: The Nightmare Before Christmas, which includes 24 Funko Pocket Pop figures from the classic Tim Burton stop-motion film. The box set is on sale for $42.49 (was $50).
The next film in the Predator series, Predator: Badlands, premieres in theaters on November 7, so, naturally, a bunch of new Predator merch is now available--including a new nine-inch collectible statue from CultureFly based on the original movie. The figure recently launched and is available now for $30 at Walmart. As if that wasn't cool enough, the Predator's long-running rival, the Xenomorph from Alien, is getting a similar nine-inch figure on December 11 that's available to preorder
Good Smile's The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Figma figures are available to preorder at Amazon for the first time in many months. The Ganondorf Figma disappeared from Amazon last October, but you can preorder the collectible action figure for $130 ahead of its November 12 launch in the US. The Princess Zelda Figma is also available to preorder for $130. Zelda had been sold out since April, so fans have another opportunity to reserve one before its January 14, 2026 release.
Selling autographed merchandise has become so lucrative that celebrities and athletes are told not to sign anything with blue ink because it's believed that this makes their John Hancock easier to scan and forge. It's true that if you don't actually see someone sign something in front of you, it's pretty difficult to verify if a signature is legitimate, so it's good to be cautious when buying signed merchandise from a third party.
Mechanical keyboards are all about customization, but nothing transforms a desk quite like a piece of functional art. The Dwarf Factory Miracle Island Artisan Keycap is more than just a replacement for your Escape key; it's a literal escape from your mundane life, turning your keyboard into a portal to explore a hidden island world. Priced at $44 on Drop (down from $55), these keycaps have been selling like hotcakes with over 1,900 units moved, and after seeing one up close, the appeal becomes obvious.
This special release marks the 10th anniversary of THE MONSTERS, a whimsical and sometimes eerie universe born from the mind of Hong Kong-based artist Kasing Lung. Known for his unique visual storytelling and instantly recognizable characters, Lung has built a devoted global following - with Labubu becoming the undeniable face of the franchise. The Topps collaboration doesn't simply license Lung's work; it celebrates it.
Are you excited to acquire all masks in Ghost of Yotei? These items are scattered all throughout the lands of Ezo in northern Japan, which means you need to trek to various regions just to find all of them. Our guide has all the details that you need, but be forewarned that we've included a few minor spoilers, too. Where to find all masks in Ghost of Yotei
