"Pokémon TCG: 151 Booster Bundle Available on Amazon - Still in Stock!"

I noticed that Pokémon 151 booster bundles are back in stock on Amazon, which would typically be great news for collectors. However, the price is more than double the MSRP, making it less of a celebration and more of a cause for concern. Amazon is listing the bundle for over $60, while the actual retail price is $26.94. It's hard to call this a "deal," but considering how quickly this set sells out, it's tough to dismiss it entirely.

Pokémon TCG: 151 Booster Bundle Is Back In Stock For A Premium

Pokémon TCG: 151 Booster Bundle

Full Disclosure: MSRP is $26.94
$82.50 save 16%
$68.92 at Amazon

What keeps drawing me back to the 151 set is its substance beyond mere nostalgia. The card art in this set goes far beyond the typical shiny-thing-on-a-blank-background design. Take the Illustration Rare Bulbasaur, for example—it's nestled in a jungle of giant leaves, almost as if it wandered into a Ghibli film. It's captivating. Then there's Alakazam ex, which appears to be working on a psychic PhD amidst a cluttered study. It's charmingly unique.

Charmeleon - 169/165

$30.99 at TCG Player

Bulbasaur - 166/165

$37.99 at TCG Player

Alakazam ex - 201/165

$53.99 at TCG Player

Squirtle - 170/165

$40.99 at TCG Player

Charizard ex - 183/165

$35.40 at TCG Player

In my opinion, the strongest aspect of this set is how it seamlessly integrates art and gameplay without feeling forced. Cards like Blastoise ex offer robust abilities and boast gallery-worthy designs. Even Charmander has seen an upgrade; the new version boasts 70 HP, which, while seemingly minor, is significant enough to withstand chip damage that would have defeated weaker iterations. This subtle yet impactful change encapsulates much of what makes this set special.

Charmander - 168/165

$45.05 at TCG Player

Zapdos ex - 202/165

$60.68 at TCG Player

Blastoise ex - 200/165

$60.00 at TCG Player

Venusaur ex - 198/165

$77.73 at TCG Player

Charizard ex - 199/165

$234.99 at TCG Player

Not every card is a home run. Zapdos ex is functional but not particularly noteworthy in terms of art or deck-building potential. However, the overall quality remains high. Venusaur ex, for instance, excels in both function and style, while Squirtle’s artwork successfully creates the illusion of a cartoon turtle thriving in a realistic ecosystem. The level of detail and care in these designs is undeniable.

I'm not thrilled about paying above MSRP, but I can't deny the set's value. If you're looking for packs that are genuinely fun to open and offer a good chance at high-value pulls, the Pokémon 151 set remains a solid choice. Just be prepared for the price of admission to be whatever Amazon decides it is on any given day.