Posted 9 November 2023

Pokemon Cards/Sets - Clueless Parent Needs Advice Please

My 10 year old son is getting into Pokemon cards from his friends at school and I want to get him a set or box or whatever, but I've really no idea how it works, or what he needs.

Can someone please explain the basics and what would be a decent starter set/box/option for £15-30?

Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks.
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  1. MonkeyMan90's avatar
    I would find out which sets his friends are collecting as some people only collect certain sets so if you end up buying a different set his friends may not do swaps
    UKBFG's avatar
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    Okay, will do. thanks. Can they all play against each other at least?
  2. Adao's avatar
    Is this to collect or potentially to try playing the game?

    Maybe instead of the VMax box, maybe have a look at an elite trainer box which is usually in that £40 price range. (Sometimes less if there’s a deal on!)
    UKBFG's avatar
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    Both I think.

    Okay, thanks. What's the difference please?
  3. UKBFG's avatar
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    Bit more than I was planning, but is this worth it and would that keep him going for a while?
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  4. UKBFG's avatar
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    Okay, so how about the Scarlet and Violet Elite Trainer Box for £40?
    Adao's avatar
    As above - would suggest the paradox rift elite trainer box
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