There are quite a number of cards outside the Archetype that can support the various builds
Play Booster Boxes (including 12 packs) aren't much better, reaching close to $1000 on the resale market right now, so buying in bulk isnt exactly economical either
you're collecting these [second-generation] Pokmon for the first time, and the first copy of a Pokmon is generally going to hold more value in the long term than subsequent copies." So, what is the future for the Neo Genesis 1st Edition set
There is also an upcharge if the card is worth over $200
The Pokemon TCG Advent Calendar has gorgeous promos Speaking of those promos, this year has some really gorgeous Pokemon promo cards, with the inclusion of two Illustration Rare alternate art cards that are otherwise very rare to pull from packs
Note that the Pokmon that rests on top of Ditto cant be used competitively in official matchesonly the Ditto itself, the Pokmon Company wrote in its announcement of the cards