In 2023, a PSA 10 graded Topsun Charizard Blue Back Card sold for a staggering $493,230, cementing its place as one of the most expensive Pokmon cards ever sold
One game I tried to be extra conservative with my cards in order to avoid this problem, but by not playing many cards early on, my opponent was able to quest without consequence and gain a huge early lead
If you believe you have a card that falls into that category, check eBay comps to see if a similar card has sold in the past 3 months
This category includes cards that you cant even cast from the command zone, like Phage the Untouchable or Haakon, Stromgald Scourge, or grandeur creatures that ask you to play multiple copies in a singleton format (Tarox Bladewing, for example)
Actionable Advice You should track listings, set alerts on TCGplayer, and consider condition and frame when pricing