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Hype Score — 78/100

Anticipation is proven by sold-out presale allocations on the official store shop.hololivepro.com alongside active secondary presale market tracking on tcgplayer.com.

For collectors

The release delivers immense collector appeal, offering 112 parallel variants, 3 Secret (SEC) cards featuring hot-stamped handwritten comments from hololive VTubers, and 6 Special Cheer (SY) cards en.hololive-official-cardgame.com.

Worth knowing

• Exactly 68 of the 102 standard cards are curated reprints selected through the Enchant Regalia expansion en.hololive-official-cardgame.com. - Tokino Sora, Houshou Marine, and Hakui Koyori debut with new color assignments for their Oshi cards tcgplayer.com. - Every individual 10-card booster pack guarantees at least one SR card or higher rarity en.hololive-official-cardgame.com.

Background

Built around the core theme 'That Summer Spent with Your Oshi', this release combines refreshed summer illustrations for fan-favorite cards with brand-new game pieces, as detailed by the publisher on en.hololive-official-cardgame.com.

Sources

• hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME Extra Booster – Summer hologram
• Extra Booster: Summer hologram Booster Pack (HEB01) - TCGplayer
• hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME English Edition Extra Booster 'Summer hologram' - Official Shop

For collectors

Because this is a fixed starter product, scarcity is limited to print availability, but collector appeal centers on brand-new illustrations and an exclusive 'Normal PC' card featuring Fubuki, as noted on tcgplayer.com. As one of hololive's primary first-generation personalities, items featuring Fubuki consistently draw strong character-specific demand.

Worth knowing

• The deck contains 71 total cards alongside 3 counter sheets for tracking damage and SP Oshi skills as detailed by prexhobby.com.
• Features exclusive newly drawn artwork and a deck-specific 'Normal PC' card cited by en.hololive-official-cardgame.com.
• Its worldwide English-market launch date is slated for October 23, 2026.

Background

Manufactured by Bushiroad in partnership with COVER Corporation, this release is part of a wave of six simultaneous Live Start Decks (HSD14 to HSD19) aimed at onboarding players with streamlined gameplay, as listed on prexhobby.com. In-store promotional play is set to follow immediately under the 'Live Start Battle' circuit running through late December 2026.

Sources

• hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME Live Start Deck (6 Types)
• SD14: Live Start Deck: Shirakami Fubuki - hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME
• HOLOLIVE LIVE START DECK SHIRAKAMI FUBUKI - P-Rex Hobby

Hype Score — 68/100

Interest is steady thanks to Raden's dedicated fanbase and low retail entry barriers, though starter products generally do not experience the extreme scarcity seen in randomized booster sets.

For collectors

While starter decks feature fixed card lists, collector interest is driven by exclusive artwork and the special deck-exclusive 'Normal PC' Oshi holomem card detailed on gatheringgames.co.uk.

Worth knowing

• Ships with a 50-card Main Deck, 20-card Cheer Deck, 1 Oshi holomem Card, 3 counter sheets, and a rules insert as listed by lazarus-games.com.
• Features new, specially drawn character illustrations made specifically for the release.
• Catalogued with product SKU HOCGHSD15E on tcgplayer.com.

Background

Centered on VTuber Juufuutei Raden from hololive DEV_IS's ReGLOSS unit, the product is released alongside a six-deck wave aimed at providing newcomers with an easy, snappy entry point into the card game.

Sources

• TCGplayer - SD15: Live Start Deck: Juufuutei Raden
• Gathering Games - Hololive Official Card Game: Live Start Deck - Juufuutei Raden
• Lazarus Games - Hololive OCG: Juufuutei Raden Live Start Deck

Hype Score — 68/100

Demand is solid thanks to Sakura Miko's status as a top VTuber worldwide, though starter deck mechanics and fixed contents moderate secondary market frenzy compared to randomized booster packs.

For collectors

Collectors of Gen 0 talent Sakura Miko will appreciate the included Oshi holomem card and the exclusive 'Normal PC' card featuring tailored original character artwork, as documented by gatheringgames.co.uk.

Worth knowing

• The product configuration features a 50-card Main Deck, a 20-card Cheer Deck, and 1 Oshi holomem card per tcgplayer.com.
• Contains an exclusive 'Normal PC' card showcasing deck-specific Oshi art according to gatheringgames.co.uk.
• Distributed in display units of 6 individual decks as cataloged on southernhobby.com.

Background

Solicited through distribution channels including southernhobby.com, SD16 represents one of six simultaneous Live Start Decks designed to onboard new players into the card game ecosystem ahead of late 2026 tournament seasons.

Sources

• Live Start Deck: Sakura Miko Case - SD16 - TCGplayer
• Hololive Official Card Game: Live Start Deck - Sakura Miko - Gathering Games
• hololive OCG: Sakura Miko Live Start Deck Display (SD16) - Southern Hobby Supply

Hype Score — 70/100

Preorder interest is underpinned by Suisei's large fanbase and active tournament support. The fixed-list format and standard starter distribution keep overall market pressure balanced without speculative run-ups.

For collectors

Hoshimachi Suisei is among the most celebrated VTubers worldwide, ensuring organic demand among character fans and completists. While preconstructed decks generally see lower secondary appreciation than randomized booster packs, the deck features exclusive newly drawn artwork and an Oshi 'Normal PC' card according to prexhobby.com.

Worth knowing

• The deck contains a 50-card Main Deck, a 20-card Cheer Deck, 1 Oshi holomem card, and counter sheets.
• Purchasing a Live Start Deck grants entry into local Live Start Battle events featuring exclusive participation cheer cards, as noted on ynaris.com.
• Features exclusive custom illustrations created specifically for this release line.

Background

Revealed as one of six simultaneous Live Start Decks, the product serves as an entry point for newcomers and casual collectors. Retailers and distributors such as ynaris.com note that release day kicks off official in-store 'Live Start Battle' tournaments running through December 31, 2026.

Sources

• TCGplayer - SD17: Live Start Deck: Hoshimachi Suisei
• Ynaris - hololive Official Card Game Live Start Deck hSD17e
• P-Rex Hobby - hololive Live Start Deck Hoshimachi Suisei

Hype Score — 65/100

As one of hololive English's premier talents, Mori Calliope brings organic engagement and steady preorders at retailers like lazarus-games.com, though standardized starter deck card distributions keep secondary market hype moderate.

For collectors

Every deck box provides a 50-card main deck, a 20-card Cheer deck, 3 counter sheets, 1 rules insert, and 1 dedicated Oshi holomem card, accompanied by an exclusive "Normal PC" card of Mori Calliope detailed on tcgplayer.com.

Worth knowing

• The deck contains an exclusive "Normal PC" card featuring unique artwork of Oshi VTuber Mori Calliope.
• The package features a 50-card pre-constructed deck, 20 Cheer cards, 1 Oshi card, and 3 punch-out counter sheets.
• The October 23, 2026 arrival date currently reflects distributor catalog estimates rather than an official publisher press release.

Background

Designed to offer accessible, fast-paced play for both new and returning card players, this deck is part of a wave of six simultaneous starter decks. Presale listings surfaced across specialty hobby distributors in autumn 2026, as tracked by gatheringgames.co.uk.

Sources

• Live Start Deck: Mori Calliope - SD18 - TCGplayer
• Hololive Official Card Game: Live Start Deck - Mori Calliope - Gathering Games
• Hololive OCG: Mori Calliope Live Start Deck - Lazarus Games

Hype Score — 62/100

Oozora Subaru maintains a dedicated international fanbase, generating steady engagement. However, starter decks carry standard print runs and limited scarcity, keeping overall market hype at a stable, moderate level ahead of launch.

For collectors

Collectors target this release for its exclusive Oshi holomem card and newly commissioned artwork, particularly potential rare foil parallel inserts such as the exclusive Normal PC card highlighted in distributor product descriptions.

Worth knowing

• The set configuration features a 50-card main deck, 20-card cheer deck, and 1 designated Oshi card per tcgplayer.com.
• Retail cases are configured with 6 individual decks per carton according to tcgplayer.com.
• The deck is engineered with snappy, beginner-friendly playstyles to onboard new competitive card players.

Background

Introduced as part of Cover Corp's expanding card game ecosystem, the Live Start Deck line offers accessible mechanics and dedicated character themes. The SD19E SKU appeared across wholesale and retail preorder feeds in late 2026 as part of a multi-deck wave documented on tcgplayer.com.

Sources

• Live Start Deck: Oozora Subaru - SD19: Live Start Deck: Oozora Subaru - hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME
• Live Start Deck: Oozora Subaru Case - SD19: Live Start Deck: Oozora Subaru - hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME

Hype Score — 65/100

The hype score of 65 reflects strong niche brand momentum across events and distribution channels, balanced by limited confirmed card lists as of September 2026.

For collectors

VTuber card collectors frequently pursue foil finishes and talent-themed parallel cards, with marketplace listings appearing early on tcgplayer.com.

Worth knowing

• The UK distributor catalogue date is recorded as November 20, 2026, on asmodee.co.uk.
• It forms part of the hBP booster series under Bushiroad's official English rollout.

Background

The official trading card game based on COVER Corporation's VTubers expands its English lineup through announcements highlighted on hololive-official-cardgame.com.

Sources

• Hololive Official Card Game: Booster Pack - Diva Fever (12) – Asmodee UK
• hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME Official Website
• TCGplayer Marketplace

Hype Score — 82/100

Strong momentum from FUWAMOCO's global fanbase and healthy single sales from the Japanese launch drive steady pre-order demand, though distributor delivery schedules dictate final availability.

For collectors

Collectors target the extensive parallel lineup, boasting 130 chase cards including 5 Secret (SEC) and 7 Oshi Ultra Rare (OUR) cards detailed on 1999.co.jp. High-rarity FUWAMOCO cards anchor primary market interest.

Worth knowing

• Brings back the popular Oshi Stage Skill mechanism introduced in Diva Fever, per southernhobby.com.
• Features 121 standard cards and 130 parallel foils according to 1999.co.jp.
• Each booster display contains 12 booster packs with 8 cards per pack.

Background

The Japanese edition debuted on June 19, 2026, as documented by samuraitcg.shop. The English edition opened for distributor orders in late 2026, with an expected release date of January 29, 2027, according to southernhobby.com.

Sources

• Southern Hobby Supply - hololive OCG: BP08 - Bouncer Bound Booster Display
• HobbySearch - hololive OFFICIAL CARD GAME Booster Pack Bouncer Bound
• SAMURAI TCG - Hololive OCG hBP08 Bouncer Bound Singles

Hype Score — 68/100

Hype sits at a moderate-high score of 68. The unique deck concept and Jace lore generate positive community engagement, backed by active presales, though broader market performance remains tied to upcoming spoiler reception.

For collectors

Collectors and Commander players target the 18 brand-new cards alongside 2 traditional foil mythics. Early presale listings on tcgplayer.com reflect a median price of roughly $60 with solid vendor liquidity.

Worth knowing

• The deck contains 18 brand-new cards and 2 traditional foil mythic rares, verified by tcgplayer.com.
• It serves as a narrative vehicle for characters who are dead in standard canon, according to mtg.wiki.
• The set code assigned to the release is FRC.

Background

According to mtg.wiki, lead designer Gavin Verhey opted for a single villain-themed deck rather than multiple releases, focusing on Jace Beleren's dystopian Echoverse and an archetype built around transforming tokens into twisted reflections.

Sources

• Reality Fracture | Magic: The Gathering
• Reality Fracture/Commander - MTG Wiki
• Reality Fracture Commander Deck - Multiverse Reforged - TCGplayer

Hype Score — 82/100

Engagement signals are strong following the mid-2026 reveal and active preorders across major game stores. Uncertainty remains regarding final single-card market behavior until post-prerelease supply stabilizes.

For collectors

Collector interest is anchored by chase variations outlined on magic.wizards.com, notably 500 serialized copies of Bloodline Recollector featuring art by Power Nine artist Mark Poole, along with shattered mirror treatments and echoed pairs present in every pack.

Worth knowing

• Play and Collector Boosters include echoed pairs showcasing both realities according to magic.wizards.com.
• Power Nine illustrator Mark Poole created art for a serialized 500-copy headliner as announced on magic.wizards.com.
• The set features The Theorist, Jace Beleren alongside borderless planeswalkers tracked on scryfall.com.

Background

First previewed in July 2026 via magic.wizards.com, the narrative marks the climax of a multi-year storyline. Jace Beleren adopts the mantle of 'The Theorist' and constructs the Echoverse—a reality devoid of Eldrazi or Phyrexian threats—leading Chandra Nalaar and former allies into open confrontation.

Sources

• Collecting Reality Fracture: A First Look
• Reality Fracture Product Page
• Reality Fracture (FRA) Card Gallery · Scryfall

For collectors

Standard game tokens carry minimal secondary market premium, serving primarily functional roles for limited players, set completists, and themed Cube curators.

Worth knowing

• Tracked under set code TFRA as a companion to FRA on scryfall.com.
• Features game pieces mirroring spells across Jace's alternate reality on magic.wizards.com.
• Distributed in Play Boosters and four-player draft party boxes debuting October 2, 2026.

Background

Wizards of the Coast announced Reality Fracture as a storyline exploring an alternate reality shaped by Jace Beleren. Database tracking for its accessory tokens commenced in early September 2026, as indexed on scryfall.com.

Sources

• Wizards of the Coast - Reality Fracture Product Page
• Scryfall - Reality Fracture Tokens (TFRA)
• Scryfall - Reality Fracture (FRA)

Hype Score — 84/100

Hype is driven by proven enthusiasm for the Mystery Booster series, combined with scarcity mechanics tied to convention circuit exclusives and time-limited web bundle sales.

For collectors

Collector focus centers on new-to-Magic commander cards legal in Commander, Legacy, and Vintage, 134 Future Sight frame variations, and 10 traditional foil MTG Arena Alchemy designs printed with acorn security stamps.

Worth knowing

• Boosters contain 20 cards engineered specifically for an eight-player draft split into two four-player multiplayer pods.
• Features 10 physical foil versions of digital-only Alchemy mechanics stamped with the acorn icon.
• Includes 121 distinct playtest cards that mimic internal Wizards development mockups.

Background

Designed by Gavin Verhey and Eric Engelhard, the set debuted at Gen Con 2026. Official distribution rolls out via MagicCon events beginning with MagicCon Atlanta in November 2026, alongside online Festival in a Box drops on Secret Lair. Community databases such as Scryfall catalog release activity starting November 9, 2026.

Sources

• What's Inside Mystery Booster Commander Edition?
• Mystery Booster Commander Edition Product Page
• Scryfall - Mystery Booster Commander Edition (MBC)

Hype Score — 62/100

Engagement is driven by Tolkien enthusiasts and signature hunters on marketplace pre-lists. Because art series cards are primarily aesthetic collectibles and tokens rather than legal game pieces, hype remains moderate and collection-focused.

For collectors

Cards are finished with a specialized gloss varnish rather than conventional foil, keeping the reverse uncoated for artist signatures and sketches. The rare gold-stamped artist signature variants appear in only 5% of art card pulls according to mtg.wiki, driving the highest secondary prices.

Worth knowing

• Art cards appear in approximately 30% of Collector Boosters in the 16th slot, according to mtg.wiki.
• Approximately 5% of opened art cards feature a gold-stamped artist signature.
• The uncoated back is designed to function similarly to an artist's proof for convention signings.

Background

Detailed by Wizards of the Coast in August 2026, the collection is cataloged for release on November 13, 2026, as tracked by mtgstocks.com. It builds on previous Universes Beyond art series releases, translating Tolkien's world into collectible visual prints.

Sources

• The Hobbit/Art Series - Magic: The Gathering Wiki
• Art Series: The Hobbit (ASHOB) Card List - MTGStocks

Hype Score — 88/100

Substantial preorder demand is driven by the 60-year milestone, crossover appeal to mainstream sci-fi fans, and rare authentic actor signatures.

For collectors

Collector interest is driven by Collector Boosters, alternative Stardates bonus cards, and genuine hand-signed cards from seven original Star Trek actors.

Worth knowing

• Seven Star Trek actors individually signed headliner cards for the release, as verified by magic.wizards.com.
• The main set (TRK) is legal across all formats, while Commander (TRC) and Stardates (SDS) cards are legal in eternal formats.
• The product line includes specialty items such as the 'Beam Me Up Bundle' and Collector's Edition Commander Decks.

Background

First revealed in mid-2026, the expansion commemorates 60 years of starships, captains, and adversaries. Wizards of the Coast set the worldwide tabletop launch for November 13, 2026, following prerelease events starting November 6 as announced on magic.wizards.com.

Sources

• Collecting Magic: The Gathering® | Star Trek™: A First Look
• Preorder Magic: The Gathering | Star Trek™

Hype Score — 88/100

Early engagement and preorder demand on major retail outlets show strong enthusiasm, driven by the massive pop-culture reach of Star Trek and Commander format staples designed specifically for this release.

For collectors

Collectors are drawn to premium foil borderless face commanders and high-end Collector's Edition Commander Decks featuring iconic officers such as Captain Kirk, Spock, and Benjamin Sisko cataloged on moxmythic.com.

Worth knowing

• The TRC card pool is tournament legal in Commander, Legacy, and Vintage formats per magic.wizards.com.
• Each ready-to-play deck contains 32 brand-new Magic cards alongside borderless foil commander treatments.
• Wizards announced Collector's Edition Commander Decks with an MSRP benchmark of $159.99 on magic.wizards.com.

Background

Wizards of the Coast showcased the set during summer 2026 conventions celebrating the franchise's 60th anniversary, including MagicCon Amsterdam and Trek to Vegas, followed by public card gallery reveals tracked on scryfall.com.

Sources

• Collecting Magic: The Gathering | Star Trek: A First Look
• Star Trek Commander (TRC) Card Gallery - Scryfall
• Star Trek Commander - MoxMythic

For collectors

Collector demand will lean on crossover sci-fi appeal, token utility in Commander, and prospective foil printings noted in card databases such as mythichub.com.

Worth knowing

• The first cataloged token features the rare static ability "Permanents can't phase in" (scryfall.com).
• Art for the initial Human token was created by David Álvarez, according to mythichub.com.

Background

Initial catalog records surfaced in early September 2026. The set catalog on scryfall.com links its initial preview, a Human token, directly to parent card The City on the Edge of Forever (TRK #228).

Sources

• Star Trek Tokens (TTRK) Card Gallery · Scryfall
• Human · Star Trek Tokens (TTRK) #1 · Scryfall
• Star Trek Tokens [TTRK] | MythicHub

Hype Score — 82/100

Dated signals from mid-2026 announcements and robust preorder interest highlight high demand driven by Commander staples and sci-fi crossover collectors, tempered only by awaiting the full 30-card roster reveal.

For collectors

Non-foil Stardates cards replace a common in 1 out of 25 Play Boosters and also appear in Collector Boosters according to magic.wizards.com. However, traditional foil versions are strictly exclusive to Collector Boosters, creating premium chase value.

Worth knowing

• The sheet comprises 30 curated historical Magic reprints as reported by magic.wizards.com.
• Legal in Commander, Legacy, and Vintage formats, and playable in Star Trek Limited.
• Traditional foils are exclusively found inside Collector Boosters.

Background

Unveiled on July 14, 2026, during the franchise's 60th anniversary preview campaign detailed on magic.wizards.com, the premier card revealed was Sheoldred, the Apocalypse reskinned as Kelvin-timeline «Khan, Engineered Evil», cataloged on scryfall.com.

Sources

• Collecting Magic: The Gathering® | Star Trek™: A First Look
• Stardates (SDS) Card Gallery · Scryfall
• Star Trek Stardates - MTGGoldfish

Hype Score — 78/100

Sustained global fandom for Re:Zero, combined with low pull-rate serialized cards, creates reliable demand among both players and anime memorabilia collectors.

For collectors

High-end value is propelled by serial-numbered Action Point cards and foil-stamped signature cards from the anime's voice cast. Exclusive wedding dress alternate arts of Emilia and Rem recorded on unionarena-tcg.com represent major chase targets.

Worth knowing

• Features newly drawn original illustrations of Emilia and Rem in wedding dresses noted by unionarena-tcg.com.
• Packs contain rare serial-numbered limited Action Point cards with strict production ceilings.
• Spotlights gold foil-stamped cast autographs including Rie Takahashi, Inori Minase, and Maaya Sakamoto on unionarena-tcg.com.

Background

The license debuted for Union Arena in Japan on June 27, 2025, per official details on unionarena-tcg.com. Retail distribution listings established the English edition release date for September 18, 2026, under product code UE24BT.

Sources

• UNION ARENA ブースターパック Re:ゼロから始める異世界生活 【UA40BT】
• UNION ARENA ブースターパック Re:ゼロから始める異世界生活 Vol.2【EX17BT】
• Union Arena 補充包 Re:從零開始的異世界生活 Booster Pack Re:ZERO

Hype Score — 74/100

Strong brand recognition and tournament preregistration signals drive solid interest, though standard starter print availability keeps speculative pressure moderate.

For collectors

Collector interest focuses on the foil parallel possibilities within the bundled Promotion R Pack, as well as character cards featuring Emilia and Felt.

Worth knowing

• Contains a 4-card Promotion R Pack offering dual-color archetype support.
• Key Super Rare deck slots belong to fan favorites Emilia and Felt.
• Official sealed pre-release tournaments were scheduled starting September 14, 2026, according to stayhappening.com.

Background

Following its Asian launch on June 27, 2025, documented on unionarena-tcg.com, western distributor catalogs listed UE24ST for September 18, 2026, accompanied by local prerelease events scheduled from September 14, 2026, per stayhappening.com.

Sources

• UNION ARENA スタートデッキ Re:ゼロから始める異世界生活 【UA40ST】
• UNION ARENA 起始牌組 Re:從零開始的異世界生活 【UA40ST】
• UATCG Sealed Release: Re:ZERO Starting Life in Another World UE24

Hype Score — 78/100

Hype is elevated due to Attack on Titan's prestige, confirmed voice-actor signature chase cards, and verified distributor preorders at an official MSRP of $4.99 per booster pack.

For collectors

Collector demand focuses heavily on the foil-stamped cast autograph cards and ultra-rare serial-numbered Action Point (AP) cards, alongside original alternate-art illustrations.

Worth knowing

• Features foil-stamped signatures from voice actors including Yuki Kaji, Yui Ishikawa, and Hiroshi Kamiya according to unionarena-tcg.com.
• Debuts the Yellow attribute for Attack on Titan decks.
• Standard English/NA configuration contains 12 cards per pack and 16 packs per display box.

Background

Following its Asian and Japanese release as EX10BT in June 2025 documented on unionarena-tcg.com, this second volume expands the card pool with characters from Marley and Paradis and introduces Yellow archetype cards.

Sources

• UNION ARENA BOOSTER PACK Attack on Titan Vol.2 [UEX07BT] − North America Official Site
• UNION ARENA BOOSTER PACK Attack on Titan Vol.2 [EX10BT] − Global Official Site
• UNION ARENA ブースターパック 進撃の巨人 Vol.2 【EX10BT】 − Japan Official Site

Hype Score — 82/100

Strong preorder tracking above MSRP on tcgplayer.com and the mobile title's fervent fandom drive elevated expectations ahead of street date.

For collectors

Collector demand is anchored by brand-new artwork, stamped voice-actor signatures on PcSR cards, and extremely scarce serial-numbered Action Point cards hand-signed by Japanese voice actors detailed on tcgplayer.com.

Worth knowing

• Marks the debut of the Precious Booster all-foil format in North America via unionarena-tcg.com.
• Features true hand-signed, serial-numbered Action Point cards inserted at ultra-low pull rates.
• Display boxes contain 10 booster packs, packed 20 displays per case.

Background

Following the success of the initial NIKKE release, Bandai developed this booster to introduce dedicated Old Tales and Goddess archetypes while enhancing existing competitive decks, as noted on unionarena-tcg.com.

Sources

• UNION ARENA PRECIOUS BOOSTER PACK GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE [UP01BT] Official NA Page
• GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE Precious Booster Box - UP01BT - TCGplayer

Hype Score — 76/100

Strong interest is evidenced by presales selling out rapidly on hobby retail sites such as lazarus-games.com. Bleach's enduring fan base and the premium all-foil presentation sustain a firm medium-to-high hype profile.

For collectors

Collector interest is substantially higher than standard starter decks because every card in the deck boasts an all-foil holographic finish. Crucially, each deck guarantees at least one parallel card pull, along with a low-probability chase pull for an exclusive SR★★ parallel.

Worth knowing

• It is Union Arena's very first 'Advanced Deck' product, featuring an all-foil design across all 50 deck cards.
• Introduces two brand-new text Super Rare (SR) cards alongside sought-after competitive reprints.
• Guarantees one parallel card per package, with a lottery chance at an ultra-rare SR★★ card.

Background

Designed to reinforce the Purple Ichigo Kurosaki and Rukia strategy, this product provides strong synergy with companion booster releases. Bandai's official North American portal confirms the NA street date for November 6, 2026, while the global English product page previously cataloged a September 11, 2026 release in other English markets.

Sources

• UNION ARENA Advanced Deck BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War [UE01DC] − Products NA
• UNION ARENA ADVANCED DECK BLEACH Thousand-Year Blood War [UA01DC] − Products Global
• Union Arena: Bleach - Thousand-Year Blood War Advanced Deck - Lazarus Games

Hype Score — 78/100

Hype is elevated by the arrival of fan favorites like Grimmjow and Aizen alongside serialized chase cards, maintaining solid community engagement across TCG circles.

For collectors

The collection features significant chase cards, including foil-stamped cast autograph parallels and ultra-rare serialized Action Point (AP) cards highlighted by unionarena-tcg.com.

Worth knowing

• The expansion highlights the Sōkoku-tan anime cour and showcases Grimmjow, Aizen, and key Stern Ritter members according to unionarena-tcg.com.
• Features scarce Serial Numbered AP Cards with stamped voice cast autographs inserted at low pull rates.
• North American booster packs contain 12 cards per pack with 16 packs per display box as confirmed on unionarena-tcg.com.

Background

Bandai expanded its Bleach lineup with this third booster installment designed to upgrade established decks while offering standalone deck-building options, as detailed by unionarena-tcg.com. Wholesale distribution data confirmed the product run via southernhobby.com.

Sources

• UNION ARENA BOOSTER PACK BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War Vol.3 [UEX08BT] - Official NA Website
• UNION ARENA BOOSTER PACK BLEACH Thousand-Year Blood War Vol.3 [EX15BT] - Official English Website
• Southern Hobby Supply - Bandai Union Arena: Bleach Thousand-Year War Volume 3 Booster

For collectors

Special Booster releases within Union Arena typically feature foil treatments, alternate art cards, and scarce serial or signature chases appealing directly to anime memorabilia collectors.

Worth knowing

• Carries the official product reference code UE25BT on tcgplayer.com.
• Positioned as a dedicated Special Booster configuration by gtsdistribution.com.
• Expected market arrival cataloged for December 11, 2026.

Background

Union Arena brings popular anime properties together under Bandai. Wholesale listings via gtsdistribution.com and marketplace indices confirm this release expands the English My Hero Academia lineup.

Sources

• TCGplayer - UE25BT: My Hero Academia Special Booster Price Guide
• GTS Distribution - UNION ARENA CARD GAME: SPECIAL BOOSTER PACK

Hype Score — 78/100

Hype signals are notably strong for this release: early store preorder allocations quickly sold out across select hobby stores. While final supply remains subject to publisher production capacity ahead of 2027, serialized chase cards consistently command high attention.

For collectors

Collector interest is driven by new original artwork, foil-stamped signature cards from the voice cast, and ultra-rare serial-numbered Action Point cards hand-signed by the anime voice actors, as highlighted by Lazarus Games.

Worth knowing

• The core set configuration comprises 81 card types across four rarities alongside 12 distinct Action Point cards, according to Lazarus Games.
• Hand-signed, serial-numbered Action Point chase cards serve as the pinnacle rarity for collectors.
• Displays contain 16 booster packs, with 12 cards packed inside each booster according to Union Arena.

Background

Solicited through distribution networks in mid-2026, including listings on Southern Hobby Supply, this expansion introduces Simon, Kamina, and the Gurren Brigade into the English-language lineup of Union Arena.

Sources

• UNION ARENA BOOSTER PACK GURREN LAGANN [UE26BT] − PRODUCTS
• Bandai - Union Arena: GURREN LAGANN Booster Box - Southern Hobby Supply
• Union Arena: GURREN LAGANN Booster Pack (UE26BT) (presale) | Lazarus Games

For collectors

Collector demand hinges on foil treatments, potential alternate-art variations, and competitive staples such as Blade Beckoner Boots and Prism, Advent of Thrones, both tracked by cardprices.io.

Worth knowing

• Catalog systems list both SAT and SBW as associated identification codes per starcitygames.com.
• The collection blends 28 cataloged reprints with roughly 10 new cards according to fab.cardsrealm.com.
• Tracked singles include staples like Blossom of Spring, Pierce Reality, and Herald of Judgment.

Background

Retailers listed the set across early September 2026. The thematic focus revisits Shadow and Light conflicts featuring figures like Viserai and Prism, though an official publisher wide press release remains pending.

Sources

• Star City Games - Silver Age: Usurp the Shadow Throne
• Cards Realm - Silver Age: Usurp the Shadow Throne SAT Spoilers and Prices
• Card Prices IO - Silver Age: Usurp the Shadow Throne Set Card List

Hype Score — 55/100

Engagement is grounded in competitive convenience rather than speculative frenzy. Community buzz is steady because player entry decks expand hero variety without relying on heavy booster chase mechanics.

For collectors

Collector demand focuses on exclusive Majestic-rarity deck inclusions and first-print AMA-stamped cards, notably Malice, Domina of the Dead (AMA001), Undead Grasp, and Dig for Souls, tracked on database platforms like fab.cardsrealm.com.

Worth knowing

• Standard wholesale distributor cases contain 12 packaged decks according to tcgplayer.com.
• The hero card Malice, Domina of the Dead is designated as Majestic rarity AMA001 on cardprices.io.
• The deck list includes foundational staple equipment alongside brand-new thematic cards like Corrupted Crown.

Background

Scheduled for late September 2026 under SKU FAB2614-EN, catalog entries captured shipping windows between September 18 and September 25, 2026, as documented on cardprices.io. The release is part of Legend Story Studios' recurring Armory Deck product line.

Sources

• Armory Deck: Malice Case - Flesh and Blood TCG - TCGplayer
• Armory Deck: Malice - Set Card List & Prices | Card Prices
• Armory Deck: Malice AMA - Spoilers and Prices | Cards Realm

Hype Score — 72/100

Scored at 72, hype is sustained by strong in-store tournament engagement and proven liquidity for chase Marvels, though supplies remain tied to local Armory participation rather than direct retail purchase.

For collectors

High secondary market interest centers on double-sided Marvel hero cards and exclusive Cold Foil equipment that cannot be obtained from regular booster boxes.

Worth knowing

• GEM032 Razor Reflex was printed with an intentional pink color strip as an homage to a famous missing strip variant in Welcome to Rathe Alpha (fabtcg.com).
• Packs are supplied free of charge to stores to reward attendance over pure podium finishes.
• Key seasonal headliners include double-sided Marvels such as Uzuri, Switchblade and Maxx 'The Hype' Nitro.

Background

Starting with GEM Pack 1 in November 2024, the promo initiative rolled out across distinct expansion seasons, including GEM Pack 4 released on February 14, 2026, as documented on fabtcg.com. Multiple catalogue listing dates reflect these ongoing seasonal quarterly waves.

Sources

• Flesh and Blood TCG - Promos and Extras
• Flesh and Blood TCG - GEM Pack 4

Hype Score — 62/100

Hype is moderate based on available trade signals. While the casual 4-player «Crack, Shuffle, Play» format generates interest among social players, full public previews and secondary market activity remain limited pending comprehensive studio spoilers.

For collectors

Collector interest focuses on the guaranteed Rainbow Foil cards inside each box, specifically two Hero cards and two Weapon cards detailed by tcgplayer.com. The inclusion of 12 class-specific Mastery booster packs also provides targeted pulls for Warrior card collectors.

Worth knowing

• The set introduces an interactive 40-card Event Deck that triggers dynamic conditions like wagering tokens and attacking the entire table at once.
• Each box provides materials for a 4-player game, including 2 two-player game arenas, tokens, and 12 booster packs as listed on tcgplayer.com.
• Wholesale listings on southernhobby.com confirm a 6-box master case count.

Background

Distribution data surfaced in late 2026 via southernhobby.com, noting an order deadline of September 14, 2026. The distributor listing marks the set as brick-and-mortar restricted and subject to allocation prior to the projected release date.

Sources

• Smash Palace: Chorus of Steel Box Set - TCGplayer
• Flesh and Blood: Smash Palace: Chorus of Steel - Southern Hobby Supply
• Set Smash Palace: Chorus of Steel (SPW) - Cards Realm

Hype Score — 62/100

Hype sits at a solid, moderate tier: distributor solicitations and game store listings surfaced recently, generating interest among competitive players seeking a fresh attrition-style Pit hero as reported by fab.cardsrealm.com, though broad community testing is pending previews.

For collectors

Armory Decks serve primarily as on-ramps to in-store competitive play rather than limited collector boxes. However, completionists track these releases for unique hero foil printings and exclusive foundational card additions before they enter wider circulation.

Worth knowing

• The packaging contains a full 60-card tournament deck plus hero, equipment, and weapon cards per cubegolem.si.
• The character lore notes that Mortimer cures ailments for mere silver coins while harvesting victims for plague experiments.
• Retail release tracking shows a minor discrepancy between Friday, November 13, and Saturday, November 14, 2026, common to global street-date rollouts.

Background

First appearing in distributor catalogs in early September 2026, wholesale ordering deadlines were slated for September 22, 2026, according to cubegolem.si. The set features Dr. Mortimer, identified on fab.cardsrealm.com as 'Blight of the Pits'—a depraved underground doctor who sees viral plagues as evolutionary breakthroughs.

Sources

• Armory Deck: Dr. Mortimer Flesh and Blood Cards
• Armory Deck: Dr. Mortimer, Blight of the Pits Spoilers and Details
• FAB - Armory Deck: Dr. Mortimer Product Solicitations

Hype Score — 68/100

Engagement is driven by steady competitive appetite for Assassin upgrades and active initial preorders around $65, though preview disclosure is still in early stages as of September 2026.

For collectors

Collector demand focuses heavily on alternate art treatments and Marvel rarity foils, including cards like Dr. Mortimer, Blight of the Pits listed on cardnexus.com.

Worth knowing

• Designed for casual 'Crack, Shuffle, Play' limited games using three booster packs per valhallahobby.com.
• Centralizes disease and debuff mechanics like Bloodrot, Infect, and Wither tokens noted by fab.cardsrealm.com.
• Premier collector cards include Marvel rarity printings confirmed on cardnexus.com.

Background

Published by Legend Story Studios, catalog and distributor listings place release dates around November 13–14, 2026 on valhallahobby.com and fab.cardsrealm.com. The thematic focus explores Rathe's underworld assassins including Arakni, Uzuri, and Nuu.

Sources

• Mastery Pack Assassin Booster Box Preorder - Valhalla Hobby
• Mastery Pack Assassin MPA Spoilers and Prices - Cards Realm
• Mastery Pack Assassin Single Cards Database - CardNexus

Hype Score — 62/100

Pre-release engagement is healthy among active players due to novel multiplayer capabilities and Zeon aquatic lore, but hype remains stable and typical of accessible retail starter decks without extreme secondary market frenzy.

For collectors

Priced at an MSRP of $15.99, the starter includes a prebuilt deck along with an enclosed Bonus Pack. Collector appeal is primarily driven by character affinity for Char Aznable and exclusive parallel foil printings available in the bonus booster.

Worth knowing

• The package includes 50 main deck cards, 10 resource cards, 4 token cards, damage counters, a playsheet, and a Bonus Pack per gundam-gcg.com.
• Its tactical design emphasizes board control and abilities explicitly tuned for both 1-on-1 and multiplayer battles.
• The official Asia-English release is scheduled for September 26, 2026, as noted on gundam-gcg.com.

Background

Announced as part of a four-deck wave highlighting distinct combat styles, ST11 features a Blue-Purple archetype centered around amphibious mobile suits like Char's Z'Gok. Retail distribution listings have also surfaced via tcgplayer.com.

Sources

• Aquatic Assault [ST11] | GUNDAM CARD GAME Official Website
• Aquatic Assault [ST11] | GUNDAM CARD GAME Official Website (Asia-EN)
• Starter Deck 11: Aquatic Assault Display Case - TCGplayer

Hype Score — 68/100

Hype stands at an estimated 68/100 with medium confidence. Retailer preorders reflect steady traction thanks to the popularity of Mobile Suit Gundam Wing, though final market velocity depends on initial allocation levels at release.

For collectors

The product includes a 50-card ready-to-play deck, 10 Resource Cards, tokens, and an enclosed Bonus Pack containing 1 deluxe parallel version selected from 16 deck cards (gundamcard.gg). The inclusion of flagship unit Gundam Epyon elevates foil single appeal for franchise collectors.

Worth knowing

• It headlines the fan-favorite Gundam Epyon with a melee-focused combat style (gundam-gcg.com).
• Every box packs a single-card Bonus Pack featuring 1 of 16 deluxe foil versions (coolstuffinc.com).
• Cards are tuned for standard duels as well as multiplayer Battle Royale and 2vs2 play (gundam-gcg.com).

Background

Unveiled in summer 2026 as part of a quartet of distinctive combat-style decks, ST12 was listed across hobby distributor catalogs for late September delivery (coolstuffinc.com). Its primary mechanical focus centers on board pressure and dedicated multiplayer mechanics.

Sources

• Raging Onslaught [ST12] | GUNDAM CARD GAME Official Website
• Raging Onslaught [ST12] - Gundam Card Game
• Gundam - Raging Onslaught - Starter Deck - ST12 - CoolStuffInc

Hype Score — 65/100

Engagement is solid across the community, supported by rapid preorder sellouts at retailers like universetcg.com, though wide print availability naturally tempers speculative spikes.

For collectors

While accessible starter decks are designed primarily for gameplay, the inclusion of a sealed Bonus Pack featuring 1 of 16 alternate deluxe cards and the presence of fan-favorite mobile suit Qubeley ensure consistent sealed and single-card interest.

Worth knowing

• The deck contains 50 main-deck cards, 10 Resource cards, 4 Token cards, a playsheet, a damage counter, and a sealed Bonus Pack, per gundam-gcg.com.
• Its tactical theme highlights long-range bit and funnel weapon systems piloted by the iconic Qubeley.
• As detailed by southernhobby.com, it comes pre-tuned for both 1-on-1 gameplay and multiplayer formats like Battle Royale.

Background

Introduced by Bandai as part of a simultaneous four-deck wave introducing distinct archetypes, the product first surfaced via hobby distributor solicitations on southernhobby.com before storefront preorder campaigns began.

Sources

• GUNDAM CARD GAME Official Website - Silent Barrage [ST13]
• Southern Hobby Supply - Bandai Gundam Card Game Starter Deck 13 Silent Barrage
• Universe TCG - Gundam Card Game Silent Barrage [ST13] Starter Deck

Hype Score — 65/100

Current hype is moderately strong with retail preorders established at an MSRP of $15.99 (gundamcard.gg), backed by player community enthusiasm for its dedicated multiplayer combat mechanics.

For collectors

Collector interest centers on the inclusion of heavy-armor Mobile Suits such as "The-O" and the inclusion of a 1-card Bonus Pack featuring a deluxe parallel foil from a pool of 16 deck cards (coolstuffinc.com).

Worth knowing

• Designed to perform effectively in both standard 1v1 play and multiplayer formats like 2v2 and Battle Royale (gundam-gcg.com).
• Includes one Bonus Pack containing a foil deluxe upgrade for 1 of 16 deck cards (coolstuffinc.com).
• Showcases Paptimus Scirocco's formidable PMX-003 "The-O" (gundam-gcg.com).

Background

Part of a quartet of simultaneous starter releases showcasing distinct battle tactics, its North American release is listed for September 25, 2026 (coolstuffinc.com), with Asian markets scheduled for September 26, 2026 (gundam-gcg.com).

Sources

• Heavy Dominion [ST14] | GUNDAM CARD GAME Official Website
• Heavy Dominion [ST14] - Gundam Card Game
• Gundam - Heavy Dominion - Starter Deck - ST14

Hype Score — 72/100

Hype is moderately strong, supported by early wave pre-order sellouts on store platforms like universetcg.com, though complete card list reveals remain pending.

For collectors

Collectors target high-tier rarity slots such as Legend Rare (LR) and alternate-art SP cards noted in early distributor listings on universetcg.com, alongside thematic tie-ins to orbital Gundam conflicts.

Worth knowing

• Officially slated for October 30, 2026, per gundam-gcg.com.
• Standard booster packs contain 12 game cards each.
• Retail sheets on universetcg.com specify rare distribution tiers including LR and SP foil finishes.

Background

Announced alongside circuit details for the 'BANDAI CARD GAMES Fest 26-27' on gundam-gcg.com, GD06 follows autumn releases to anchor the game's late-2026 competitive and collector season.

Sources

• Stardust Trails [GD06] Official Product Page
• GUNDAM CARD GAME Official Website
• Universe TCG - Gundam Card Game Stardust Trails GD06 Booster Pack Listing

For collectors

Collector interest centers on the expanded SP (Special) card lineup, which features high-rarity reprints of staple competitive cards as detailed by topdawggames.com, along with fresh support cards tailored to older Starter Deck archetypes.

Worth knowing

• Marks the card game debut of Burning Gundam according to topdawggames.com.
• Japanese packs contain 6 cards via gundam-gcg.com, whereas English booster packs feature 12 cards as documented on gundamcard.gg.
• Introduces dedicated cards themed around Mobile Suit Gundam: The 08th MS Team.

Background

Bandai's official portal gundam-gcg.com lists the Japanese street date for January 30, 2027. Retailer catalog listings on topdawggames.com indicate an English edition launch on January 29, 2027.

Sources

• Blazing Fist [GD07] | GUNDAM CARD GAME Official Site
• Bandai – Gundam Card Game: Booster Pack 07 (GD07) – Top Dawg Games
• Blazing Fist [GD07] - Gundam Card Game

Hype Score — 62/100

Collector enthusiasm is driven by crossover fandom and early presale listings on tcgplayer.com, though limited secondary market sales data maintains a moderate hype score.

For collectors

Featuring 98 base cards (90 new and 8 reprints) alongside exclusive parallel treatments, the set highlights artwork from all 8 featured in-game music bands.

Worth knowing

• Display boxes contain 10 booster packs with 5 random cards each per en.cf-vanguard.com.
• The Japanese product release incorporated rare Pure Gold Serial (PGS) chase cards according to cf-vanguard.com.
• The booster delivers support to construct dedicated decks for all eight featured bands.

Background

Commemorating the 9th anniversary of the mobile rhythm game, the set launched in Japan on March 27, 2026, as noted on cf-vanguard.com, with the English edition arriving October 2, 2026.

Sources

• Cardfight!! Vanguard Title Booster Premium 01: BanG Dream! Girls Band Party!
• BanG Dream! Girls Band Party! Booster Pack - DZ-TBP01 - TCGplayer
• タイトルブースター プレミアム「バンドリ！ ガールズバンドパーティ！」 - Cardfight!! Vanguard Official Website

Hype Score — 68/100

Moderate-to-high collector interest is fueled by the popular Like a Dragon crossover and storyline lore, though exact foil pull rates and final secondary market valuations remain uncertain before launch.

For collectors

Collectors are primarily tracking tie-in foil treatments and cross-franchise guest cards from SEGA's Like a Dragon series noted in solicitations by southernhobby.com.

Worth knowing

• Spotlights characters from the Parallactic Dawn manga and Skyride comic per cf-vanguard.com.
• Features official collaboration cards with the Like a Dragon game series according to southernhobby.com.
• Sold in 16-pack booster displays with 7 cards per pack via southernhobby.com and asmodee.co.uk.

Background

Bushiroad confirmed the expansion in May 2026, centering the set on units from the Parallactic Dawn prequel comic to the Divinez Parallactic Clash anime, alongside the Skyride spinoff manga per cf-vanguard.com.

Sources

• Cardfight!! Vanguard Booster Pack 16: Parallactic Dawn Release Date
• Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez: BT16 - Parallactic Dawn Booster - Southern Hobby Supply
• Cardfight!! Vanguard Booster Pack: Parallactic Dawn (16) – Asmodee UK

Hype Score — 68/100

The hype score of 68 with medium confidence reflects strong initial attention for an anime climax booster and active retailer preorders such as cardfight.groovedis.com, balanced by Bushiroad yet to reveal the full parallel rarity roster.

For collectors

Collector interest centers on climax character cards, notably 'Great Magick Caster of the Crimson Moon, Zerith "Mirazh"', and the debut of the 'Fantôme' mechanic. Climax booster sets historically attract sustained collector attention because of their signature parallel foils and high representation across all six nations.

Worth knowing

• Serves as the official grand finale booster for the anime's Divinez series.
• Debuts brand-new 'Fantôme' units across the card game as noted on en.cf-vanguard.com.
• Provides 100 new card types covering Dragon Empire, Dark States, Brandt Gate, Keter Sanctuary, Stoicheia, and Lyrical Monasterio.

Background

Designed around the TV anime Cardfight!! Vanguard Divinez Parallactic Fate, this release accompanies special Japanese theatrical advance screenings in October 2026 as documented on cf-vanguard.com. The set brings the climactic battle against Kurumi Ishikawa and her Crimson Moon forces into the tabletop card game.

Sources

• Cardfight!! Vanguard Booster Pack 17: Parallactic Fate Release Date
• ブースターパック「運命星戦(うんめいせいせん)」 ｜ 「カードファイト!! ヴァンガード」 TCG公式サイト
• Cardfight!! Vanguard Booster Pack 17: Parallactic Fate Booster Box - Groove Dis

Hype Score — 65/100

Engagement is fueled by cross-game nostalgia and official distributor solicitations, though secondary-market and retail demand data remain preliminary prior to launch.

For collectors

The set features 120 base card types plus parallel foils, highlighting Disaster Force units with brand new card artwork across 12-pack display boxes as listed on asmodee.co.uk.

Worth knowing

• This set marks the second dream collaboration crossover between Future Card Buddyfight and Cardfight!! Vanguard (cf-vanguard.com).
• Each booster pack contains 7 random cards, packed 12 packs to a display box (asmodee.co.uk).
• The booster showcases newly illustrated artworks specifically for Disaster Force units (cf-vanguard.com).

Background

Serving as the second collaborative release between Bushiroad's Future Card Buddyfight and Cardfight!! Vanguard, the set was officially confirmed during the DivineZ era announcements on cf-vanguard.com.

Sources

• Cardfight!! Vanguard Title Booster 03: Future Card Buddyfight – Disaster Force
• Cardfight!! Vanguard Title Booster 03: Future Card Buddyfight – Disaster Force Release Date
• Cardfight!! Vanguard Title Booster: Future Card Buddyfight - Disaster Force – Asmodee UK

Hype Score — 82/100

Anniversary branding coupled with beloved protagonist artwork drives substantial preorder momentum and community engagement. While Title Booster exclusivity can limit broader competitive play, cross-market appeal keeps demand elevated.

For collectors

Demand is driven by strong cross-fandom appeal between trading card enthusiasts and JRPG collectors. Premium parallel rarities and sealed carton cases listed on tcgplayer.com highlight early collector focus, especially for signature protagonist artworks.

Worth knowing

• Provides complete deck builds specifically tailored to Persona 3, Persona 4, and Persona 5 (cf-vanguard.com).
• Characters from classic entries Persona 1, Persona 2, and mobile title Persona 5: The Phantom X appear as powerful support cards.
• Pack configuration features 9 random cards per pack, packaged in 10-pack booster displays.

Background

The crossover collaboration was unveiled during Bushiroad's TCG Strategy Presentation Summer 2026 and highlighted across weekly broadcasts (cf-vanguard.com). It unifies elements from across the entire 30-year legacy of the Persona gaming franchise into Cardfight!! Vanguard's Title format.

Sources

• Cardfight!! Vanguard Official Website - VGE-DZ-TBP02: Persona 30th Anniversary
• Cardfight!! Vanguard Japanese Official Website - VG-DZ-TBP02
• TCGplayer - DZ-TBP02 Persona 30th Anniversary Booster Carton

Hype Score — 58/100

Engagement is solid due to the enduring popularity of Luffy and Ace, although hype is balanced because it is primarily an introductory entry-level product rather than a premium chase release.

For collectors

While tailored to newcomers, sealed collectors and character fans appreciate the bundled OP-17 booster pack and official deck boxes.

Worth knowing

• Includes two 51-card constructed decks, each paired with 10 DON!! cards.
• Comes bundled with a single OP-17 booster pack as confirmed by tcgplayer.com.
• Includes two dedicated deck cases, two guides, and a 2-player paper playsheet.

Background

Designed to provide an approachable onboarding experience, the set has entered distributor catalogs like asmodee.co.uk with an RRP of £24.99 and appeared on presale portals such as tcgplayer.com.

Sources

• Set Sail Deck Set [SD-01] has been announced. | ONE PIECE CARD GAME
• One Piece Card Game: Set Sail Deck Set (SD-01) – Asmodee UK
• Set Sail Deck Set - One Piece Card Game - TCGplayer

Hype Score — 75/100

Hype stands at 75/100 with medium confidence; community sentiment is consistently strong for character-driven Extra Boosters, though final pack distributions remain partially undisclosed ahead of the late October 2026 street date.

For collectors

Heroine-centric expansions traditionally drive substantial secondary market curiosity. Early tracking on cardprices.io highlights chased inclusions like Nico Robin Leaders and Nami SP reprints.

Worth knowing

• Booster packs consist of 6 cards per pack, detailed on asia-en.onepiece-cardgame.com.
• Early listings on cardprices.io confirm key cards for Nico Robin, Nico Olvia, and Monet.
• Distributor listings pinpoint an English market launch date of October 30, 2026.

Background

Announced via official updates on en.onepiece-cardgame.com, the release marks Bandai's second dedicated Extra Booster spotlighting popular female characters across the franchise.

Sources

• EXTRA BOOSTER -ONE PIECE Heroines Edition vol.2- [EB-05] | ONE PIECE CARD GAME - Official Web Site
• ONE PIECE HEROINES EDITION vol.2- [EB-05] Announcement
• Extra Booster: One Piece Heroine's Edition Vol. 2 – Set Card List & Prices

Hype Score — 68/100

A medium-high hype score reflects steady interest across the competitive and collector landscape, balanced by the early stage of official promo card reveals ahead of the November window.

For collectors

Release event promos are typically sought after because they feature unique gold stamps or alternate artwork distinct from regular booster printings, restricted strictly to event attendees and top performers.

Worth knowing

• The booster set OP-18 is officially titled The Dominance of God, as announced in promotional trailers referenced by 247videogame.com.
• Release tournaments operate under sealed formats where competitors draft or open 6 packs to battle for exclusive prize cards as detailed by thecomicbookstore.website.

Background

Bandai supports major One Piece booster launches with in-store release events. Trade and distributor channels initially surfaced OP-18 under the English schedule for November 2026 as documented by onepiecetopdecks.com, paving the way for official organized play kits.

Sources

• One Piece Card Game: The Dominance of God (OP-18) Special Teaser Trailer | GameStop
• Leaks: One Piece Booster OP-18 (November 2026) – ONE PIECE TOP DECKS
• ONE PIECE CARD GAME OP-18 Release Event — The Comic Book Store

Hype Score — 85/100

Early excitement is driven by the mystery Leader announcement and presale sellouts reported by retailers like lazarus-games.com. Confidence remains medium pending official visual spoilers from Bandai closer to late 2026.

For collectors

Collectors are targeting top chases such as the single Treasure Rare, two Secret Rares, and six alternative-art Special Cards listed by lazarus-games.com. Because Western and Asian markets launch together, early secondary valuations form simultaneously across territories.

Worth knowing

• Contains 126 base cards plus 1 DON!! card across standard 24-pack booster boxes per godpackgames.ca.
• Introduces one brand-new franchise theme to the TCG alongside three established storylines.
• Features a dedicated Treasure Rare slot, representing the highest-tier pull in the expansion.

Background

Following the worldwide simultaneous launch framework adopted with OP-17, OP-18 releases concurrently in English and Japanese, as documented by godpackgames.ca. Bandai designed this release to synergize directly with the upcoming ST-37 and ST-38 Starter Decks.

Sources

• One Piece OP-18 Booster Box Pre-Order - God Pack Games
• OP-18 Booster Box Case OP-18: The Dominance of God - CardTrader
• One Piece TCG: Booster Pack (OP-18) Presale - Lazarus Games

Hype Score — 65/100

Hype signals are solid, fueled by cross-platform tie-ins with Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond and tournament acceleration towards 2027. Because preorder volume is distributed across wholesale and specialty stores without finalized secondary singles data, confidence remains at a balanced medium level.

For collectors

Collector demand focuses on the Special (SP) rarity variant of Lishenna, Omen of Destruction, alongside popular leader cards like Filene. Furthermore, tcgplayer.com notes that each case includes an exclusive playmat featuring Sephie or Velharia, and every box contains digital promo codes.

Worth knowing

• The expansion spans 379 cards: 72 Bronze, 55 Silver, 56 Gold, and 57 Legendary cards, as confirmed by phdgames.com.
• Every 12-pack booster display guarantees at least one card of Super Legendary rarity or better.
• Each sealed display includes a serial code for a Sham-Nacha emblem and sleeves in Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond.

Background

Bushiroad announced the set to distributors in late May 2026, detailed by phdgames.com, intending to close the release gap with Japan ahead of a unified World Finals tournament in 2027. Official Sneak Preview Trials run ahead of launch from September 18 to 20, 2026.

Sources

• Shadowverse: Evolve Official Products
• PHD Games: Shadowverse Evolve Eightfold Retribution & Omens and Heirs
• TCGplayer BP19 Eightfold Retribution Product Listing

Hype Score — 82/100

Engagement is high due to the fan-favorite Omen archetype support, cross-game digital codes for Worlds Beyond, and sold-out early distributor preorders noted by beehivetcg.com.

For collectors

Collector demand is anchored by an ultra-exclusive serialized card, Vahariy, True Heir, limited to only 10 copies worldwide, alongside 8 Ultimate Rare (UR) cards and 6 scannable Leader cards highlighted on beehivetcg.com.

Worth knowing

• Features a serialized anniversary chase card limited to strictly 10 copies worldwide, documented by prtimes.jp.
• Booster boxes include promo codes for in-game sleeves and emblems in Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond.
• Six Leader cards link directly to the companion mobile app to trigger exclusive voice lines.

Background

The Japanese edition launched on May 22, 2026, co-developed by Bushiroad and Cygames as reported by prtimes.jp, tying into Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond. The English edition appears on distributor schedules for September 25, 2026.

Sources

• PR TIMES - 『Shadowverse EVOLVE』よりブースターパック「絶傑を継ぐ者」が5月22日(金)発売！
• Beehive TCG - [BP20] Shadowverse EVOLVE Booster Pack Vol. 20
• Player One Collectibles - Shadowverse Evolve Heirs of the Omen [BP20]

Hype Score — 65/100

Hype is measured at a solid 65/100. Signals include swift pre-order sellouts across hobby retailers like square-bushiroad.com, driven by the box topper bonus gamble for Mono SP and beloved Academy of Ages lore, while broader worldwide attention builds toward the November English catalog launch.

For collectors

Collector interest centers around high-end parallel treatments: an exclusive Special (SP) rarity Lumiore, Resplendent Dragon featuring brand-new custom art, alongside 7 Ultimate Rare (UR) cards and 28 Super Legend (SL) cards. Sealed boxes also feature a '+1 Additional Pack' containing 30 curated cards and a low-pull-rate SP variant of Mono, Scarlet Synthesizer, as documented on 30min.jp.

Worth knowing

• Sealed boxes provide a '+1 Additional Pack' containing a pool of 30 cards with an elusive SP Mono according to 30min.jp.
• Features 7 distinct Ultimate Rare (UR) chase cards across various crafts.
• Lumiore's SP rarity print showcases newly drawn artwork dedicated entirely to this set.

Background

Announced via an official press release by Bushiroad and Cygames, BP21 introduces physical card adaptations for characters like Verdilia. Carrying a Japanese MSRP of 440 JPY per 8-card pack and 5,280 JPY per 12-pack display, the product prompted early retail sellouts during initial pre-orders at specialist stores including square-bushiroad.com and card-cellar.com.

Sources

• Bushiroad PR Times Press Release: Shadowverse EVOLVE Booster Pack Academy Royale
• Master's Square Bushiroad Store: BP21 Academy Royale Pre-order Listing
• Card Cellar: BP21 Academy Royale Booster Pack Listing

Hype Score — 62/100

Engagement is anchored by catalog listings and early store preorder solicitations, reinforced by Preview Trials kits scheduled for mid-November, though long-term singles values remain to be proven.

For collectors

Collectors are primarily drawn to signed Super Special-rarity cards of Haru Urara and Oguri Cap from Umamusume: Pretty Derby, alongside a new Special-rarity treatment for Mono, Garnet Rebel.

Worth knowing

• Each booster box includes a serial code for Shadowverse: Worlds Beyond per phdgames.com.
• The combined release compiles over 370 card types, including 31 past-set reprints according to southernhobby.com.
• Australian retailer listings indicate local availability around late November 2026 via collectiblemadness.com.au.

Background

Scheduled by Bushiroad for release on November 20, 2026 in North America, this consolidation accelerates parity with the Japanese metagame ahead of the planned 2027 World Finals per southernhobby.com.

Sources

• Shadowverse Evolve: Academy Royale & Dusk of Calamity Combined Set — Bushiroad
• Shadowverse: Evolve Combined Set BP21-22 - Academy Royale & Dusk of Calamity Booster Display
• Shadowverse: Evolve BP2122 Academy Royale & Dusk of Calamity - Booster Box

Hype Score — 85/100

Hype is elevated due to the intense collector demand for Nikke characters and Bushiroad's signature chase cards. Presale catalog entries on tcgplayer.com and asmodee.co.uk reflect sustained early retail attention.

For collectors

The release features 112 base cards plus high-tier chase rarities, including 1 AGR (Autograph Rare), 5 SECs, 9 SSPs, and 31 SPs with hot-stamped signatures from 40 voice actresses according to ws-tcg.com.

Worth knowing

• 1st Edition booster displays include an ultra-rare AGR signed by Cinderella's voice actress, Aoi Yūki, via ws-tcg.com.
• Features 14 brand-new illustrations created exclusively for this card release as noted by asmodee.co.uk.
• Display boxes in the first print run include 1 of 26 exclusive box-topper PR cards according to tcgplayer.com.

Background

Following the major commercial impact of the first Nikke collaboration, Bushiroad brings Shift Up's post-apocalyptic sci-fi mobile hit back into the Neo-Standard environment under set code NIK/ as detailed on ws-tcg.com.

Sources

• Weiß Schwarz Booster Pack GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE Vol.2
• TCGplayer - GODDESS OF VICTORY: NIKKE Vol. 2 Booster Pack
• Asmodee UK - Weiß Schwarz Booster Pack: Goddess Of Victory: Nikke Vol.2

Hype Score — 74/100

Strong engagement is backed by the established prestige of Mai Sakurajima chase cards in competitive and casual circles. Presale pricing near the $99.99 mark on tcgplayer.com reflects steady hobby confidence ahead of delivery.

For collectors

Collector demand centers on high-rarity hot-stamped signatures from both the Japanese voice cast (including Asami Seto, Sora Amamiya, and Inori Minase) and original light novel author Hajime Kamoshida, according to product details on tcgplayer.com. First-edition boxes also provide exclusive turn-marker box toppers.

Worth knowing

• The collection contains a rare hot-stamped signature card from original light novel author Hajime Kamoshida, highlighted on tcgplayer.com.
• Displays limited to the 1st Edition run include one of six Going First/Going Second promo cards as a box topper.
• The set is fully Neo-Standard legal alongside earlier releases bearing codes `SBY/` and `Gby/`.

Background

Following its Japanese market release earlier in 2026 tracked by playeronecollectibles.com, Bushiroad confirmed the localized release for international audiences. Major hobby vendors and tcgplayer.com began listing presales with expected shipment windows in late October 2026.

Sources

• Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus Booster Box - TCGplayer
• Weiss Schwarz Booster Pack: Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus (10) – Asmodee UK
• Rascal Does Not Dream of Santa Claus [SBY/W136] - Full Set List | Player One Collectibles

Hype Score — 68/100

Engagement is fueled by active presale listings on n4ytcg.com and strong multimedia brand following, though long-term secondary market values remain subject to final print quantities.

For collectors

The release features 100 regular card types alongside 100 parallel rarity foils, plus 8 special original art cards featuring racehorse-inspired heroines like Jungle Pocket and Agnes Tachyon as detailed by tcgplayer.com.

Worth knowing

• Showcases 8 brand new original illustrations highlighting characters such as Jungle Pocket, Agnes Tachyon, and Manhattan Cafe according to tcgplayer.com.
• Features full Neo-Standard deck construction compatibility with existing cards using the [UMA/] prefix per en.ws-tcg.com.
• First edition booster boxes include 1 of 8 collectible 'Going First or Going Second' box topper markers.

Background

Bushiroad announced the product to adapt the theatrical film storyline, detailing format specifications and territory eligibility directly on en.ws-tcg.com. Retailer preorder deadlines were set across mid-2026 ahead of the scheduled autumn launch.

Sources

• Booster Pack Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Beginning of a New Era | Products | Weiß Schwarz
• Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Beginning of a New Era Booster Box Case - TCGplayer
• Weiss Schwarz ENGLISH Umamusume: Pretty Derby - Beginning of a New Era Booster Box / Case - N4YTCG

Hype Score — 67/100

Hype is driven by the prestige of physical hand autographs and iconic cross-promotional wrestling talent, counterbalanced by wrestling being a targeted niche within anime-centric card gaming.

For collectors

The major collector draw centers on two authentic hand-signed Autograph Rare (AGR) cards alongside hot-stamped foil signatures from 14 headline wrestlers across AEW and NJPW, bridging sports entertainment memorabilia with TCG collecting.

Worth knowing

• Features 100 core cards plus 115 parallels, including 2 AGR, 7 SSP, and 6 SP chase rarities detailed by Bushiroad.
• First Edition booster boxes include one of 20 exclusive PR box topper cards.
• Releases concurrently with two dedicated Trial Decks for AEW and NJPW on December 4, 2026, according to PHD Games.

Background

Announced by Bushiroad and cataloged in late July 2026 via major hobby distributors including PHD Games and Asmodee UK, the set commemorates the joint cross-promotional event established in 2022.

Sources

• Booster Pack Forbidden Door | Products | Weiß Schwarz
• Weiss Schwarz: Forbidden Door — Bushiroad - PHD Games
• Weiß Schwarz Booster Pack: Forbidden Door – Asmodee UK

Hype Score — 76/100

A hype score of 76 reflects robust demand for classic Joey Wheeler cards and Red-Eyes support, backed by confirmed retailer catalog dates between October 8 and October 9, 2026 on yugipedia.com).

For collectors

Collectors will target the signature cover monster Red-Eyes Black Dragon Exceed, alongside 25 Starlight Rares that include 5 extended art variants as confirmed by yugioh-card.com. Joey-themed legacy cards boost appeal.

Worth knowing

• Debuts the Ashtra archetype and fresh support for Daedalus and Destiny HERO according to yugipedia.com. - Features retrained favorites such as Swiftwind Panther Warrior and Jinzo - Energy Shocker. - Offers 25 total Starlight Rares, including 5 extended art Ultra Rares.

Background

Originally released in the Japanese OCG on July 18, 2026, as documented on yugipedia.com, it serves as the second core set of Series 14 and is the first core booster headlined by Joey Wheeler rather than Yami Yugi.

Sources

• Beyond the Brave – Yu-Gi-Oh! Official European Site
• Beyond the Brave - Yugipedia
• Set Card Lists:Beyond the Brave (TCG-EN) - Yugipedia

For collectors

Collector interest centers on 6 foil-etched Ultimate Rares—such as Dark Magician of Destruction—featuring doubled insert rates, alongside 4 alternate-art variants and 2 Lost Art Super Rares highlighted on yugioh-card.com.

Worth knowing

• The pack is not sold at retail and is awarded solely to tournament participants at Official Tournament Stores per yugioh-card.com.
• Konami doubled both the Ultimate Rare slots (from 3 to 6) and the foil pull rates as reported by yugioh-card.com.
• The 50-card expansion incorporates 2 Lost Art promotional cards into its Super Rare roster according to yugioh-card.com.

Background

Announced as the sixth and largest iteration in Konami's tournament participation pack series, the 50-card set expands pull opportunities and supplies staple building blocks for local store competitors per yugioh-card.com.

Sources

• Ultimate Tournament Pack 2 – Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME
• Ultimate Tournament Pack 2 - Yugipedia

Hype Score — 84/100

Enthusiasm is elevated by confirmed serialized anime rival cards and popular archetype legacy support, balanced by uncertainty regarding exact regional allocation quantities as of September 2026.

For collectors

The release holds immense collector value due to the return of serial-numbered Grand Master Rares limited to 100 copies each, Starlight Rares, extended-art treatments, and alternate 'chibi' artworks as broken down by ygorganization.com.

Worth knowing

• Features 18 serialized Grand Master Rare cards printed in just 100 copies per major territory according to yugioh-card.com.
• Introduces 21 brand-new support cards for the Toon, Witchcrafter, and Unchained themes per ygorganization.com.
• Marks the official TCG debut of Dark Tuner monsters from the 5D's anime as reported by yugipedia.com.

Background

Developed as the follow-up to Magnificent Monsters, publisher listings confirm a release date of November 12, 2026 in Europe and Oceania, followed by November 13, 2026 in the Americas per yugioh-card.com.

Sources

• Magnificent Maestros – Yu-Gi-Oh!
• Details on “Magnificent Maestros” [TCG] | YGOrganization
• Magnificent Maestros - Yugipedia

Hype Score — 70/100

Hype is moderately strong due to desirable chase rarities and brand-new deck archetypes, though early distributor listings remain preliminary months ahead of launch.

For collectors

Collectors have significant incentive thanks to premium rarity slots: the set offers 15 Collector's Rare upgrades and 10 Starlight Rares alongside standard Secret, Ultra, Super, and Rare printings, as confirmed on yugioh-card.com.

Worth knowing

• Booster packs retail at an MSRP of $4.49, delivering 7 cards (1 foil and 6 Rares) per pack (yugioh-card.com).
• "Cielo, the Night Sky of Raise Moon - No More Bets!" can convert opponent deck-searches into blind card draws (yugioh-card.com).
• A total of 10 Starlight Rares and 15 Collector's Rares are available to pull across the set (cdn.cardcluster.com).

Background

Konami scheduled the Official Tournament Store launch for December 2, 2026, followed by releases in Europe on December 3 and North America on December 4, 2026, according to yugipedia.com. The set debuts three distinct themes: ancient Egyptian "Zenet" reviving Normal Monsters for Rituals, the casino-style draw strategy "Raise Moon", and the cosmic face-down banish mechanic "Trirealm Rift".

Sources

• Glorious Victors – Yu-Gi-Oh! TRADING CARD GAME
• Glorious Victors - Yugipedia
• Glorious Victors - Cardcluster

Hype Score — 78/100

Hype stands at an estimated 78/100 with medium confidence. Community reception on digimoncard.io shows steady preorder tracking, though exact pull rates and secondary market depth remain uncertain ahead of release.

For collectors

Centering on the iconic Royal Knights lore, the set offers significant collector appeal with 3 Ultimate Rares, 2 Secret Rares, and 4 Special Cards boasting alternate-art treatments.

Worth knowing

• The expansion contains 81 base card types alongside alternate designs as listed on digimoncard.com.
• Booster boxes contain 24 packs, each holding 12 cards at an MSRP of 4.99 USD.
• Key featured archetypes include classic Royal Knight partners like BaoHuckmon and Dorimon.

Background

Following early retail catalog listings tracked by cardprices.io, Bandai confirmed the release date, packaging layout, and rarity breakdown for Western distribution.

Sources

• DIGIMON CARD GAME EXTRA BOOSTER CHIVALROUS XIII [EX-13] − PRODUCTS
• Chivalrous XIII – Set Card List & Prices
• EX-13: EXTRA BOOSTER CHIVALROUS XIII - Card Set

Hype Score — 68/100

Initial buzz is strong due to fan-favorite archetypes and retailer pre-orders via outlets like universetcg.com, tempered only by pending card reveals.

For collectors

Royal Knights and X Antibody evolutions remain high-tier chase archetypes among Digimon TCG collectors, ensuring attention on alternate-art and secret-rare printings.

Worth knowing

• Introduces a brand-new gameplay mechanic called 'Dual Cards'.
• King Drasil appears in form inspired by Digimon Story Time Stranger.
• Features pre-release tournament dates beginning December 4, 2026 per southernhobby.com.

Background

Building upon themes introduced in EX-13, the set showcases the Royal Knights infused with the X Antibody. Distributor solicitations on southernhobby.com detail the debut of the 'Dual Cards' mechanic, an appearance by King Drasil from Digimon Story Time Stranger, and dedicated support for Starter Decks ST-25 and ST-26.

Sources

• Bandai - Digimon Card Game Booster Pack Ignition Of X BT-27 - Southern Hobby Supply
• Digimon Card Game: Booster Pack - Ignition Of X (BT-27) – Asmodee UK
• Digimon TCG BT27 Ignition of X Booster Pack - Universe TCG

Hype Score — 62/100

Hype stands at a solid 62/100 with medium confidence; thematic focus on X Antibody Royal Knights and the new Dual Cards mechanic drives steady interest.

For collectors

Stamped release event cards remain key targets for tournament competitors and completionist collectors seeking alternate foil treatments of staple meta pieces.

Worth knowing

• Distributor listings on southernhobby.com reveal BT-27 introduces King Drasil from DIGIMON STORY TIME STRANGER.
• The associated prerelease window opens December 4, 2026, prior to the December 11 street date.
• The set features the brand-new Dual Cards gameplay mechanic.

Background

Bandai provides local game stores with prerelease kits ahead of wide set drops. Prerelease events kick off on December 4, 2026, granting attendees participation packs and winner cards ahead of the street date recorded by universetcg.com.

Sources

• Bandai - Digimon Card Game Booster Pack Ignition Of X BT-27 - Southern Hobby Supply
• Digimon Card Game: Booster Pack - Ignition Of X (BT-27) – Asmodee UK
• Digimon Card Game BT27 Booster Pack Ignition of X - Universe TCG

Hype Score — 74/100

Demand is driven by the proven popularity of Lorcana's cooperative formats and the nostalgic Hundred Acre Wood theme. Retail listings on tcgplayer.com show stable presale volume ahead of the October street date.

For collectors

Collectors are drawn to the unique Winnie the Pooh glimmers like Hunny Archmage and Hunny Barbarian, as well as the 2 exclusive Prize packs included in the set, which list for presale on tcgplayer.com.

Worth knowing

• Comes complete with a 50-card automated Vine boss deck and 10 Vine Tendril threat cards.
• Includes 2 special foil Prize packs containing 2 reward cards each for completing the quest.
• Associated with Season 13 product distribution in regional catalogs like ravensburger.co.nz.

Background

Showcased with a live stream at Gen Con in late July 2026, this product continues the quest format pioneered by earlier sets. The narrative tasks Illumineers with saving Piglet from ensnaring briars while combating hostile plant copies, connecting thematically to Attack of the Vine! as detailed on disneylorcana.com.

Sources

• Illumineer's Quest: The Great Hunny Rescue | Disney Lorcana
• TCGplayer - Illumineer's Quest: The Great Hunny Rescue
• Ravensburger New Zealand - Disney Lorcana S13 Illumineer's Quest

Hype Score — 75/100

Hype holds at a solid score of 75 with medium confidence, evidenced by immediate market engagement and early presale listings tracked on tcgplayer.com.

For collectors

Collectors are focusing on the Illumineer's Trove and prerelease boxes containing exclusive promo items, as outlined on disneylorcana.com, as well as standard 24-pack booster displays cataloged on coolstuffinc.com.

Worth knowing

• The narrative sets heroes and villains within an animated urban city backdrop, as described on disneylorcana.com.
• Prerelease kits pack an exclusive poster alongside a dedicated promotional card per disneylorcana.com.
• Display boxes retain the classic 24-booster configuration with 12 cards per pack as noted by coolstuffinc.com.

Background

Ravensburger introduced the set via disneylorcana.com, depicting a setting where metropolitan life meets fantasy folklore, complete with shady happenings in back alleys. Preorders and catalog listings surfaced in early September 2026 across major hobby outlets such as tcgplayer.com.

Sources

• Hyperia City | Disney Lorcana TCG by Ravensburger
• Disney Lorcana: Hyperia City Illumineer's Trove - TCGplayer
• Lorcana - Hyperia City - Booster Box - CoolStuffInc

Hype Score — 64/100

Engagement is grounded in established Fusion World community interest following Bandai's product notice on dbs-cardgame.com. Preorder activity on tcgplayer.com reflects steady demand, though full anticipation hinges on upcoming spoiler previews.

For collectors

The set comprises 123 regular card types: 5 Leaders, 40 Commons, 35 Uncommons, 25 Rares, 15 Super Rares, and 3 Secret Rares as detailed on tcgplayer.com. Alternate-art versions and Secret Rares serve as the primary chase cards for collectors.

Worth knowing

• Contains 123 base card types as confirmed by dbs-cardgame.com.
• Individual 12-card packs include a promotion code for the digital card game according to tcgplayer.com.
• Sealed cases contain 12 booster boxes with 24 booster packs each as documented on tcgplayer.com.

Background

Bandai announced FB11 on April 20, 2026, establishing an MSRP of $4.99 per pack for an autumn release window. Vendor pre-orders opened subsequently on platforms such as tcgplayer.com targeting mid-October 2026 for fulfillment.

Sources

• BOOSTER PACK -BRIGHTNESS OF HOPE- [FB11] | Dragon Ball Super Card Game Fusion World Official Web Site
• Brightness of Hope Booster Pack (FB11) - Dragon Ball Super: Fusion World - TCGplayer
• Brightness of Hope Booster Box Case (FB11) - Dragon Ball Super: Fusion World - TCGplayer

Hype Score — 70/100

The hype score is evaluated at 70 with medium confidence. Retailer pre-orders opened on schedule by September 2026 as tracked on universetcg.com, but full card reveals remain pending.

For collectors

Late-year Fusion World expansions often carry strong collector interest due to high-tier Alternate Arts and Secret Rares showcasing fan-favorite Saiyans and divine entities.

Worth knowing

• Contains a total pool of 123 card types as confirmed by dbs-cardgame.com.
• Western releases are slated for December 11, 2026, alongside an Asian release on December 12, 2026 reported on dragonball.gg.
• English booster boxes maintain 24 packs with 12 cards each plus digital client redeem codes.

Background

Bandai unveiled the set details in July 2026, setting the Asian release for December 12, 2026 on dbs-cardgame.com. Western catalog listings, such as universetcg.com, list the release date as December 11, 2026 with retailer pre-order cutoffs scheduled for early September 2026.

Sources

• BOOSTER -REACH THE GOD- [FB12] | Dragon Ball Super Card Game Fusion World Official Web Site
• BOOSTER PACK -REACH THE GOD- [FB12] | Dragon Ball Fusion World TCG
• Dragon Ball Fusion World FB12 Booster Box TBA – Universe TCG

Hype Score — 95/100

High pre-release engagement, widespread retail preorder demand, and milestone 30th-anniversary branding place anticipation among the highest in modern TCG releases.

For collectors

Collector demand is driven by the debut of the Futuristic Rare rarity illustrated by Japanese artist YOSHIROTTEN, 30 distinct foil Pikachu cards, and a 30-card stamped Classic Collection tracked on cardprices.io.

Worth knowing

• Every five-card booster pack guarantees one of 30 unique foil Pikachu cards created by different artists.
• The set is the first in Pokémon TCG history to launch on the exact same date in Japan and international markets.
• Artist YOSHIROTTEN contributed both the new Futuristic Rare cards and basic foil Energy card designs.

Background

Unveiled by The Pokémon Company International in mid-2026, the set marks the first synchronized global release in Pokémon TCG history, matching Japanese and international launch dates as detailed by tcgplayer.com.

Sources

• MEDIA ALERT: The Pokémon Company International Reveals Product Lineup for Commemorative Pokémon Trading Card Game: 30th Celebration Expansion
• Everything We Know About Pokémon TCG: 30th Celebration | TCGplayer
• ME: 30th Celebration – Set Card List & Prices

Hype Score — 88/100

Rayquaza-centric releases traditionally drive immense organic hype, reflected in immediate catalog tracking and collector discussions ahead of release.

For collectors

High collector demand is anticipated due to Mega Rayquaza ex alongside fan-favorite Mega Evolution ex cards like Mega Golisopod ex and Mega Golurk ex.

Worth knowing

• Features Mega Rayquaza ex as the marquee flagship card as detailed on serebii.net.
• Adds utility support like the Legendary Summit Stadium card.
• Listed under the set code DLR and designation ME06 on tcgplayer.com.

Background

The expansion centers on Mega Rayquaza and featured creatures tied to Pokémon Legends: Z-A according to card database entries on serebii.net.

Sources

• Delta Reign - Serebii.net Pokémon Card Database
• Delta Reign Half Booster Box - ME06 - TCGplayer

Hype Score — 74/100

Interest is boosted by the inclusion of marquee champions such as Ekko, Ziggs, and Seraphine reported on riftcompare.com. The hype rating reflects sustained community anticipation balanced by the fact that spoiler season and pre-order delivery data are still unfolding.

For collectors

Collector focus revolves around more than 60 showcase alternate-art prints and the debut of highly collectible character Legends. Product options include booster displays, Vault bundles, and a two-player Showdown box featuring Seraphine and Evelynn (uvsgames.com).

Worth knowing

• Expands the card pool to around 180 cards, stepping up from previous sets (riftcompare.com).
• Features over 60 showcase cards among its printings (riftbound.gg).
• Reintroduces the 2-player Showdown SKU showcasing Evelynn and Seraphine (uvsgames.com).

Background

Announced during publisher roadmap updates in summer 2026, Radiance brings sealed Pre-Rift events to local game stores between October 16 and October 22, 2026, following preview kickoffs at RQ Los Angeles in late September as detailed by riftbound.gg.

Sources

• Riftbound: Radiance - Set 5 Information, Release Date & Spoilers
• UVS Games - Radiance Dates and Details Document
• Riftbound Radiance Release Date — RiftCompare

For collectors

Collectors can chase 93 Showcase cards, nostalgic League Classic art variants, and 12 new Champion Legends detailed on riftbound.gg, alongside dedicated Champion Decks and a redesigned pack collation structure.

Worth knowing

• Legacy is the first expansion in Riftbound built with draft format play as a primary design priority.
• Booster packs replace one common slot with a dedicated 50/50 Legend or Battlefield slot, dropping common count from 7 to 6.
• Four standalone Champion Decks feature Ashe, Garen, Lux, and Tryndamere alongside the main expansion.

Background

Disclosed in the official 2027 roadmap reported by articles.starcitygames.com, preview season opens at Convergence Fest in December 2026, leading into local Pre-Rift events from January 22–28, 2027, ahead of street date.

Sources

• Riftbound: Legacy Set 6 – Release Date, Legends, and Spoilers
• Riftbound 2027 Set Release Schedule
• Legacy Booster (LGC) • Englisch

Hype Score — 88/100

Demand is exceptionally strong; pre-orders rapidly sold out across specialty card shops such as totalcards.net and binderly.co.uk, driven by the serialized chase card.

For collectors

The collection features 185 card types, including 3 Secret Rares, 3 God Rares, and the debut of the Anniversary GOD Rare, limited to just 200 serialized copies worldwide according to binderly.co.uk.

Worth knowing

• The set debuts an Anniversary GOD Rare restricted to 200 serialized copies worldwide, reported by binderly.co.uk.
• It features 11 Concept Rare cards illustrated in special anniversary brush-style artwork on dbs-cardgame.com.
• Officially reintroduces the multicolor Leader system into competitive Masters play.

Background

Serving as the milestone set for the Masters card game's 9th anniversary, the expansion brings back the popular Multicolor Leader mechanic to revitalize deck construction, detailed by binderly.co.uk.

Sources

• DRAGON BALL SUPER CARD GAME ULTRA-BOUT Series 05 -CHROMATIC ASCENSION- [DBS-B32]
• Binderly - Dragon Ball Super CG Masters Ultra-Bout Series Set 05 Chromatic Ascension
• Total Cards - Dragon Ball Super B32 Chromatic Ascension

Hype Score — 78/100

Hype is driven by anniversary milestones and strong pre-order interest on hobby retailers like prexhobby.com, though dates remain officially tentative.

For collectors

Collectors target 35 full-art premium cards, the Noir Sephiroth [7-034L], three Legacy cards including Tifa [20-077L], and a Minagawa-signed Shantotto Special card cataloged on tanukigamesatx.com.

Worth knowing

• Commemorates the 10th anniversary of the FFTCG Opus series started in 2016. - Features a gold-foil stamped signature by Fumio Minagawa on Shantotto [30-080L]. - Re-releases 12 starter-exclusive cards from the Heavensward set in premium treatment.

Background

The expansion marks the 10th anniversary milestone of the western card game launched in October 2016 and brings back non-LB multi-element cards as reported by square-enix-games.com.

Sources

• New Product Information - Memories Of Life - Booster Set
• Final Fantasy TCG: Memories of Life Booster Box (Opus XXX) – Tanuki Games
• SQUARE ENIX FINAL FANTASY TCG SET 30 MEMORIES OF LIFE | P-Rex Hobby

Hype Score — 62/100

Hype is measured at a solid 62/100. Print-to-demand accessibility stabilizes secondary market runaway pricing, but retailer preorder listings like turtleisland.co.nz demonstrate reliable collector appetite for high-end foils.

For collectors

As documented by valhallahobby.com, the set features 280 unique cards, 261 foil variations, 40 unique card additions, alternate-art Ultra Rares, and 8 chase Collector Super Rares (CSR).

Worth knowing

• Features 40 unique cards not found in the original release, documented by valhallahobby.com.
• Introduces 8 brand-new Collector Super Rare (CSR) chase cards as outlined by gatcg.com.
• Cases contain 6 booster boxes with 24 booster packs each, holding 15 cards per pack.

Background

Announced in March 2025 by publisher Weebs of the Shore on gatcg.com, the set returns Champions down the rabbit hole to Underland and explores mysterious realms like the Forest of Clubs.

Sources

• Distorted Reflections Product Information - Grand Archive TCG
• Grand Archive Distorted Reflections Alter Ed. Booster Box - Valhalla Hobby
• Grand Archive Distorted Reflections Alter Edition Booster Box - Turtle Island

Hype Score — 96/100

Hype stands at an extraordinary level (score 96/100, high confidence). The guaranteed Pikachu and special Energy in every 6-card all-foil booster, combined with historic milestone nostalgia, drove widespread international preorder enthusiasm immediately following the June 2026 reveal.

For collectors

Collector interest is immense due to the debut of the Futuristic Rare (FUR) rarity by graphic artist YOSHIROTTEN, 30 distinct holo Pikachu cards by 30 renowned artists, and 30 iconic historical reprints including Base Set Charizard and Tag Team Pikachu & Zekrom GX as detailed by PokeGuardian.

Worth knowing

• Every pack is guaranteed to include 1 of 30 unique holographic Pikachu cards created by 30 distinct illustrators, according to the official Pokémon product page.
• Graphic artist YOSHIROTTEN designed the set's new Futuristic Rare (FUR) Mew ex and Mewtwo ex cards as well as the special basic energies, as reported by PokeGuardian.
• The expansion features 30 historical franchise cards reprinted with commemorative anniversary foiling, highlighting staples like original Charizard.

Background

Officially revealed on June 1, 2026, by The Pokémon Company and documented by PokeGuardian, this set commemorates three decades of the card game since 1996, continuing the tradition of decade milestone expansions.

Sources

• ポケモンカードゲーム MEGA 拡張パック「30th CELEBRATION」｜ポケモンカードゲーム30周年特別サイト
• MEGA Expansion Pack 30th CELEBRATION Revealed | PokeGuardian
• M6a 30th CELEBRATION Set List | PokeGuardian

Hype Score — 78/100

Engagement is healthy following previews of the Fortify mechanic and prominent leaders, though long-term secondary market values remain subject to release print runs and tournament adoption.

For collectors

Featuring over 260 cards, 24-pack booster displays with foils and potential legendary hits, collector interest is driven by flagship leader cards like the deployable Death Star and thematic Spotlight Decks.

Worth knowing

• Grand Moff Tarkin features a unique mechanic where deploying him at 9 resources swaps him for the space unit Death Star, reported by starwarsunlimited.com.
• The new Fortify keyword allows players to attach upgrades directly to their bases for the first time.
• The set introduces hefty 3/3 Beast tokens alongside stat-reducing Weakness tokens.

Background

Announced on July 26, 2026, Homeworlds heads into the second half of the game's third year, spotlighting conflicts across Kashyyyk, Endor, Naboo, and Tatooine with new planetary base traits.

Sources

• Star Wars: Unlimited | Homeworlds
• Star Wars: Unlimited – Homeworlds: Booster Display – Asmodee USA
• Homeworlds | SWUDB