Typically, TCG players are more prominent than collectors in Japan, but that seems to be shifting
They are often the only practical route for older promos, sold-out regional items, exact singles, or domestic listings that never appear in international product grids
Throwing designs at the wall I asked members of my team to submit designs for things they would be personally excited to see in a FINAL FANTASY set
But thats not an option in Standard, and I wouldnt be surprised if literally every white deck next month has at least two copies of Deicide in the sideboard
CGC Grading Approach Advantages: Faster turnaround times (20-30 days vs PSA's 30-60) Lower submission costs ($15-18 vs PSA's $19-25) Stricter grading standards increase authenticity confidence Investment Application: Ideal for bulk modern submissions and mid-tier cards where volume matters
For example, Crawdaunts Smash Turn says, You may switch Crawdaunt with 1 of your Benched Pokmon. Read the name as this Pokmon if the attack somehow gets used by another Pokmon