Pokemon 151 Blooming Waters - English

Overview

Blooming Waters is part of the Pokémon 151 collection line, offering a more accessible product compared to the main ETBs or premium boxes. It contains 12 booster packs — and with pack values expected to reach £35+ in the future, total box value could exceed £420. While the included 3 promos aren’t headline chases, the box's size, accessibility, and demand as the "next cheapest" 151 option make it a prime flip for mid-term profit.

How the Flip Played Out

Initial purchase opportunities came via Costco, Amazon, and select local game stores (LGS).

Discord flagged the box as a high-upside alternative to now-scarce ETBs.

Scarcity in UK listings gave the box stronger resale strength compared to US releases.

Flippers targeting long-term ROI have already begun to see prices around £200–£225.

Risk of restocks exists, but so far volume has remained manageable in the UK.

Timeline: From Underdog to Value Climber

Product Releases Quietly

03/02/2025

With minimal marketing, this set drops through major retailers like Costco and Amazon UK. Most buyers overlook it—until it’s gone.

First UK Wave Sells Out

03/03/2025

ETBs vanish from shelves. As prices rise, flippers pivot to Blooming Waters as the more affordable backup play.

Prices Hit £200+

09/06/2025

Listings stabilize at 3× retail, driven by sealed demand. Discord flippers and collectors begin hoarding inventory for the long game.

Reprint Watch Begins

01/09/2025

With no confirmed restocks yet, flippers stay alert. If scarcity holds, prices could push even higher into Q4.

Useful Links / Resources

▶️ Market Listings Tracker

▶️ Facebook TCG Group

Final Thoughts

Blooming Waters isn’t the flashiest 151 product, but it may be the most scalable. With strong pack value, decent promo inclusions, and a price point still under most premium boxes — it’s the next logical flip in the 151 ecosystem. Flippers who move early can lock in strong returns before the next wave (if any) arrives.