It is going to take time, and I know waiting is tough
If there are certain copies you want to ownespecially the casual favoritesthen theres no harm in grabbing them sooner rather than later
Look for these features: Japanese text (if its a Japan promo) Unique promo numbering (e.g., 001/SV-P) Event-specific artwork, like the Pikachu reaching for a hamburger Light cardstock (common for McDonalds releases) No rarity star at the bottom corner In 2025, McDonalds Pokmon cards are more than just a Happy Meal bonus, theyre a symbol of how Pokmon continues to connect generations through games, collectibles, and creativity
There are sometimes exceptions, but generally speaking, a card is classified as high-end by us starting at this value
I assumed Ariel would be the chase card of Ursulas Return even before the set came out
: Level 2 Equip abilities you activate cost less to activate