Summary
An avidPokemon TCGfan recently discovered an apparent “scalper stash” ofJourney Togethercard packs at Target. The Journey Together set is among one of the most sought-afterPokemon TCGsets in 2025, thanks to the inclusion of fan-favorite cards from theScarlet & Violetseries.
Even after the resounding success of thePokemon TCG Pocketmobile game, manyPokemonfans still turn to the real-lifePokemon TCGtabletop game to collect cards, prepare a very competitive deck, and battle their friends. The hobby of collecting and tradingPokemon TCGcards continues to be popular in 2025, with many new expansions and sets on the way.GameStop discontinued pre-orders forPokemon TCGproductsthis year, but the company is one of various retailers that continues to offerPokemon TCGexpansions, sets, and card packs on release day, making it a popular location for collectors and newcomers alike. However,Pokemon TCGfans are still weary and vigilant of efforts by scalpers, since heavy demand is still a factor that could affect fans' chances of getting card packs on launch day.
Reddit user TheRisingPhoenix2112 shared an image of a supposed scalper stash ofPokemon TCG: Scarlet & Violet – Journey Togethercard packsat Target, along with an account of what occurred after bringing it to the attention of the store’s manager. According to TheRisingPhoenix2112, manyPokemon TCGfans swarmed the stash while an employee was placing card packs back on shelves, and some parents were able to buy packs for their kids. Many fans in thePokemon TCGcommunity on Reddit appear to be happy that the card packs were sold to fans and parents instead of being resold by scalpers, while others are skeptical that the stash was being kept away for malicious purposes.
A Pokemon TCG Fan Discovers an “Scalper Stash” of Journey Together Card Packs at Target
Some Reddit users, including bellowingdragoncrest, note that they were able to find Journey Together packs for MSRP somewhat easily, and other fans believe the stash was just left in the aisle for a Target employee to restock thePokemon TCGshelves. Many others in the Reddit thread speculate that a Target employee could have been hiding the packs for a scalper, causing some debates about paranoia regardingretailers potentially scalpingPokemon TCGcards.
At the very least, The Pokemon Company is aware thatfans are having problems purchasingPokemon TCGproductsonline and at retail due to high demand and scalpers. The company plans to increase overall production of brand-newPokemon TCGsets and expansions over time, along with more reprints of existing packs and boxes.
