While many are drawn to the Pokémon TCG for the thrill of the battle or the prestige of a rare gold card, there is a special corner of the hobby that celebrates something much simpler: friendship. Over the years, the TCG has moved toward storytelling, giving us a window into the quiet, everyday moments between Trainers and their Pokémon.
From an afternoon nap to a celebratory post-match snack, we’ve curated a gallery of the most heartwarming illustrations that prove the strongest bond isn’t found in a pokémon stadium, but in the small moments shared along the way.
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Alcremie #TG08
Current Market Price: $3.82
Altaria #TG11
Current Market Price: $8.79
Druddigon #TG09
Current Market Price: $5.06
Duraludon VMAX #TG21
Current Market Price: $13.82
Flapple #TG02
Current Market Price: $3.73
Hoothoot #TG12
Current Market Price: $9.94
Hop’s Wooloo #170
Current Market Price: $4.63
Jynx #TG04
Current Market Price: $3.08
Pikachu #241
Current Market Price: $225.54
Pikachu #TG05
Current Market Price: $60.12
Rockruff #TG07
Current Market Price: $6.45
Torkoal #172
Current Market Price: $6.68
Zekrom #TG05
Current Market Price: $15.30
