After the chaotic launch of Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together, it's surprising to see how quickly the market has stabilized. Amazon is now offering the Elite Trainer Box at $70.31 and the Booster Bundle at $37.97, both at MSRP. These were the same products that were being scalped just three weeks ago, as if they were made of gold-foil Charizards. Now, they're readily available and in stock, directly from Amazon. It's a refreshing change from the usual frenzy.
Discounted Pokémon TCG: Journey Together ETBs and Booster Bundles
Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together Elite Trainer Box
$99.99 save 30%
$70.31 at Amazon
Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together Booster Bundle
$44.99 save 16%
$37.97 at Amazon
Pokémon TCG - Scarlet & Violet: Journey Together Sleeved Booster
$16.30 save 39%
$9.99 at Amazon
Pokémon TCG: Iono’s Bellibolt ex Premium Collection
$56.18 at Amazon
The prices of single cards have plummeted, and the initial rush to buy has dissipated, leaving us with a beautifully designed set that's enjoyable to open and now accessible to everyone. It's the most relaxed a Pokémon TCG release has felt since Stellar Crown. If you missed out on the launch and watched TCGPlayer listings skyrocket, now is a great time to pick up sealed products.
Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together Elite Trainer Box
Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together Elite Trainer Box
$99.99 save 30%
$70.31 at Amazon
This Elite Trainer Box is packed with value: nine Journey Together booster packs, a full-art foil N’s Zorua, card sleeves, energy, dice, condition markers, and a code card for Live. It also includes a booklet that sets your expectations about what you might not pull, which is a nice touch. I enjoy this as both a display piece and a slow-opening project, savoring one pack each night like a miniature cardboard advent calendar of excitement.
Maractus - 160/159
$2.25 at TCG Player
Articuno - 161/159
$18.69 at TCG Player
Wailord 162/159
$14.55 at TCG Player
Iono's Kilowattrel 163/159
$12.49 at TCG Player
Lillie's Ribombee 164/159
$8.00 at TCG Player
Swinub 165/159
$4.18 at TCG Player
Lycanroc 166/159
$4.55 at TCG Player
N's Reshiram 167/159
$16.00 at TCG Player
N's Reshiram - 167/159 (Journey Together Stamped)
$14.12 at TCG Player
Furret 168/159
$8.92 at TCG Player
Noibat 169/159
$6.85 at TCG Player
Hop's Wooloo 170/159
$6.10 at TCG Player
The exclusive card N’s Zorua from the ETB isn't too shabby, but the real chase cards are now at more reasonable prices. Lillie’s Clefairy ex SIR, once priced at over $360 during pre-orders, is now around $180. N’s Zoroark ex is hovering around $13, and even the stamped version is more affordable than a movie ticket. If you're considering opening sealed products, the current market conditions make it a more appealing proposition.
Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together Booster Bundle
Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Journey Together Booster Bundle
$44.99 save 16%
$37.97 at Amazon
This Booster Bundle contains six booster packs with no extra frills. It's ideal for those who just want to open packs and enjoy the thrill of the chase. Priced lower than the ETB, it's a great option if you already have plenty of sleeves and dividers.
Volcanion ex 171/159
$2.35 at TCG Player
Iono's Bellibolt ex 172/159
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Lillie's Clefairy ex 173/159
$17.01 at TCG Player
Mamoswine ex 174/159
$2.20 at TCG Player
N's Zoroark ex 175/159
$13.25 at TCG Player
Hop's Zacian ex 176/159
$7.45 at TCG Player
Salamence ex 177/159
$3.00 at TCG Player
Dudunsparce ex 178/159
$2.65 at TCG Player
Brock's Scouting 179/159
$4.99 at TCG Player
Iris's Fighting Spirit 180/159
$4.99 at TCG Player
Ruffian 181/159
$1.25 at TCG Player
The market for this set has seen a significant drop, making the Booster Bundle an even more attractive purchase. Salamence ex SIR, which was once priced at $250, is now around $106 and expected to settle near $100. Iono’s Bellibolt ex, initially thought to be a standout, is now at about $8. While this is disappointing for early buyers, it's great news for those just starting with a Booster Bundle.
Pokémon TCG - Scarlet & Violet: Journey Together Sleeved Booster
Pokémon TCG - Scarlet & Violet: Journey Together Sleeved Booster
$16.30 save 39%
$9.99 at Amazon
I picked up one of these mostly because I had $10 of Amazon credit I forgot about, but it turned out to be a worthwhile purchase. It's a single pack with random blister artwork, containing ten cards, and the experience is either filled with joy or quiet resignation.
Iono's Bellibolt ex 183/159
$80.00 at TCG Player
Lillie's Clefairy ex 184/159
$180.00 at TCG Player
N's Zoroark ex 185/159
$90.00 at TCG Player
Hop's Zacian ex 186/159
$49.95 at TCG Player
Salamence ex 187/159
$104.77 at TCG Player
Iono's Bellibolt ex 188/159
$16.99 at TCG Player
N's Zoroark ex 189/159
$35.00 at TCG Player
Spiky Energy 190/159
$8.50 at TCG Player
Pokémon TCG: Iono’s Bellibolt ex Premium Collection
Pokémon TCG: Iono’s Bellibolt ex Premium Collection
Includes 2 x Journey Together Packs
$56.18 at Amazon
I couldn't resist this collection because I'm a fan of quirky acrylic standees and the charm of chaotic Pokémon. It comes with six booster packs, a full-art Bellibolt ex, a foil Tadbulb, and some fun extras like a sticker and a display backdrop. While none of these are essential, they add a delightful touch to the collection.
The value of Bellibolt’s cards has followed the trend of other full arts in this set, dropping significantly. The standard full-art Bellibolt ex now ranges from $7 to $8, and the Special Illustration Rare is around $80. This is still pricey, but a far cry from the early days when it was being priced as if it were a rare Iono alt-art. For fans of the character, this collection is a fun pick, especially now that the market has adjusted to more reasonable prices.
