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Pokemon Surging Sparks BB & ETB - English

10/11/2024
HOR Staff
Estimated 1 min to read
Trading Card Investments Hub
Purchase Price
£100
Resell Price
£250
Return on Investment
150%

Overview

Surging Sparks from Scarlet & Violet dropped in November 2024 and quickly became a collector favourite—especially the booster box and Pokémon Centre Elite Trainer Box. Pikachu EX and other illustration rares drew major attention. With TCG fans chasing nostalgia and artwork quality, early flips showed how a mid-tier set could still deliver big returns.

Inside the Move

Pre-release Prep – Advice circulated in-house to pre-order both booster and ETB ahead of public hype.

Purchased at £100 – Boxes were secured at or near retail via trusted UK/EU sellers and pre-orders.

Secondary Market Demand – Booster boxes now fetch approx. £200–£250, driven by rising interest.

Smart Split Strategy – Flip boosters quickly; hold ETBs longer—community members gained both speed gains and sustain.

Highlights Sequence: From Launch to Profit Moment

Early-System Pre-Orders Secured

01/11/2024

Members lock in booster and ETB boxes ahead of general release through timed pre-order systems and select retailer backdoors.

Booster Box Listings Rise

06/01/2025

Retailer sell-outs kick in. Sealed booster boxes start appearing on eBay for £200–£250, confirming rising demand.

Elite Trainer Box Gains Premium

03/03/2025

Pokémon Center-exclusive ETBs stabilize at £120–£150, becoming a preferred flip for collectors and sealed

150% ROI Confirmed

01/06/2025

Flippers lock in clean profits—1.5× return across booster and ETB products, making this a low-risk, high-confidence play.

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Useful Links / Resources

▶️ eBay Sold Listings – Surging Sparks Booster Box

▶️ eBay Sold Listings – Surging Sparks ETB

▶️ PriceCharting ETB Market Info

Final Thoughts

This flip highlights the power of balanced timing. By locking in boosters quickly and letting ETBs ride, you capitalised on peak demand while buffering risk. Illustration rares like Pikachu EX added extra interest—and profit potential—for long‑holders. Solid 150% ROI, community‑tested strategies, and set longevity make this one to savour.


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