Amazon Pokémon TCG Restock Updates: I've Found More Surging Sparks Packs In Tins

If you’re reading this, you’ve probably also told yourself this would be the month you don’t buy more Pokémon cards. Same here. Yet, we find ourselves eyeing another lineup of Elite Trainer Boxes and tins, feeling the familiar tug of a hobby we know we’ll dive back into.

Pokémon TCG: Azure Legends Tin - 5 Packs

0$29.99 at Amazon

Pokémon TCG: Stacking Tin (Q1 2025) - 3 Packs, Stickers (Random Design)

0$19.99 at Amazon

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet: Paradox Rift: Elite Trainer Box - Roaring Moon

0$56.77 at Amazon

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet: Temporal Forces: Elite Trainer Box: Walking Wake

0$53.64 at Amazon

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet: Temporal Forces: Elite Trainer Box: Iron Leaves

0$55.24 at Amazon

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet Shrouded Fable Elite Trainer Box

0$57.98 at Amazon

The Scarlet & Violet sets keep dropping impressive releases, both in terms of visuals and competitive play, making it hard to resist spending on these enticing boxes.

Pokémon TCG: Azure Legends Tin - 5 Packs

Pokémon TCG: Azure Legends Tin - 5 Packs

0Contains 2 x Surging Spark Boosters$29.99 at Amazon

This tin is surprisingly solid. You get five booster packs from a great mix of sets — Surging Sparks, Stellar Crown, Temporal Forces, and Obsidian Flames — along with a promo card featuring either Kyogre, Dialga, or Xerneas. It’s essentially Pokémon’s take on a loot box, and yes, I ended up buying two. With the chase cards across these sets (Pikachu ex, Terapagos, Raging Bolt, to name a few), your chances of pulling something exciting are quite good. Even though I’m not typically a fan of tins, I wouldn’t hesitate to grab another one.

Pikachu ex - 238/191

0$399.99 at TCG Player

Milotic ex - 237/191

0$140.00 at TCG Player

Pikachu ex - 247/191

0$95.97 at TCG Player

Hydreigon ex - 240/191

0$79.99 at TCG Player

Alolan Exeggutor ex - 242/191

0$55.99 at TCG Player

Pokémon TCG: Stacking Tin (Q1 2025) - 3 Packs, Stickers (Random Design)

Pokémon TCG: Stacking Tin (Q1 2025) - 3 Packs, Stickers (Random Design)

0Contains 1 x Surging Sparks Booster$19.99 at Amazon

I didn’t have high expectations for this tin. I bought it mainly for the sticker sheets and the chance of getting a Surging Sparks pack. It turned out to be a pleasant surprise. Three packs, one of which might yield a Pikachu ex or Latias ex, and a tin I now use for storage. Even if you don’t pull a Milotic ex or Ceruledge ex, you’re still getting value for your $20 with the chance to roll the dice and some useful storage. That's more than I can say for much of the cereal I've bought this year.

Alolan Exeggutor ex - 242/191

0$55.99 at TCG Player

Lisia's Appeal - 246/191

0$54.99 at TCG Player

Jasmine's Gaze - 245/191

0$54.94 at TCG Player

Latios - 203/191

0$36.79 at TCG Player

Archaludon ex - 241/191

0$34.99 at TCG Player

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet: Paradox Rift: Elite Trainer Box - Roaring Moon

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet: Paradox Rift: Elite Trainer Box - Roaring Moon

0$56.77 at Amazon

I initially bought this for the sleeves, but stayed for Roaring Moon ex. If your strategy is to end games quickly and stylishly, this is the card for you. Paradox Rift may not have as many chase cards, but those it does have — like Iron Valiant ex and Groudon — are drawn with such detail that they feel like they could be museum pieces.

Groudon - 199/182

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Altaria ex - 253/182

0$65.99 at TCG Player

Roaring Moon ex - 251/182

0$59.99 at TCG Player

Garchomp ex - 245/182

0$39.49 at TCG Player

Steelix - 208/182

0$34.99 at TCG Player

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet: Temporal Forces: Elite Trainer Box: Walking Wake

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet: Temporal Forces: Elite Trainer Box: Walking Wake

0$53.64 at Amazon

The Walking Wake Elite Trainer Box includes a full-art Flutter Mane and nine additional Temporal Forces packs, offering another chance at the best art of the Scarlet & Violet era. This box focuses on the ancient theme, and I bought it hoping to pull a Walking Wake ex. While its playability is up for debate, its unique design, resembling a creature from a dream, is absolutely captivating. The vibrant colors and prehistoric feel alone justify the cost, not to mention the sleek sleeves.

Raging Bolt ex - 208/162

0$112.94 at TCG Player

Iron Crown ex - 206/162

0$65.11 at TCG Player

Walking Wake ex - 205/162

0$149.95 at TCG Player

Gouging Fire ex - 204/162

0$56.88 at TCG Player

Gastly - 177/162

0$50.36 at TCG Player

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet: Temporal Forces: Elite Trainer Box: Iron Leaves

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet: Temporal Forces: Elite Trainer Box: Iron Leaves

0$55.24 at Amazon

Iron Leaves ex is a rare blend of playability and stunning artwork, looking like it's leaping out of a sci-fi anime. Other notable cards — Iron Crown ex and Gouging Fire ex — either pack a punch or have striking visuals. However, Raging Bolt ex steals the spotlight with its dramatic and powerful design, balancing between a meta staple and a thunder god cosplayer.

Morty's Conviction - 211/162

0$69.99 at TCG Player

Iron Leaves ex - 203/162

0$38.01 at TCG Player

Bianca's Devotion - 209/162

0$35.87 at TCG Player

Sawsbuck - 166/162

0$32.07 at TCG Player

Metagross - 178/162

0$29.95 at TCG Player

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet Shrouded Fable Elite Trainer Box

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet Shrouded Fable Elite Trainer Box

0$57.98 at Amazon

Shrouded Fable subtly introduces cards like Houndoom, with artwork so striking it commands respect, and Persian, which seems to be plotting something cinematic. While the promos and sleeves are appealing, I was particularly drawn to this box for the Illustration Rares that not only look fantastic but also tell a story. Fezandipiti ex is a versatile support attacker, and Cassiopeia offers character drama in a foil rectangle. The art direction in this set is ambitiously sophisticated, and I say that with admiration.

Persian - 078/064 - SV: Shrouded Fable

1$67.61 at TCGPlayer

Cassiopeia - 094/064 - SV: Shrouded Fable

0$59.98 at TCGPlayer

Fezandipiti ex - 092/064 - SV: Shrouded Fable

0See it at TCGPlayer

Houndoom - 066/064 - SV: Shrouded Fable

2$49.99 at TCGPlayer

Duskull - 068/064 - SV: Shrouded Fable

0$49.88 at TCGPlayer