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Psy-yi-yi… Let’s dive into today’s update from the Efour Digest!
Key Statistics 
- Date: August 25-26, 2025
- New Posts: 199
- New Topics: 5
Hottest Trend 
Suspended Shipping: The ongoing tariff situation has major consequences on international shipping, causing collectors to rethink their strategies for getting parcels from places like Japan and Europe. For details on how members are navigating these changes, check out the Shipping methods on hold discussion.
Highlighted Content 
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Collector Conversations: The Tariff News and Updates Discussion thread has been buzzing with posts about shipping challenges and solutions, including alternative options like ECMS for duty-paid deliveries (more details). Similar insights can be found in the E4 Chain Letter thread where members plan future mail exchanges (see discussion). Tariffs on items from Japan also features lively discourse about shipment strategy changes.
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Market Insights: Record-high sales in the Gold Star and Neo Shining Price Tracker continue, with Pikachu recordings! Read about it here.
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Community Feelings: The Unpopular Opinions Thread sparked debates about the value of vintage cards and the importance of packaging, stirring thoughts about collecting norms. Catch the spicy conversations here.
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Artistic Discussions: In the Favorite TCG Artist thread, fans reflect on past greats like Tokiya while wistfully longing for their return. Enjoy the art-filled nostalgia here.
Collection Updates 
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@frisianlunatic showcased an impressive sealed ex Emerald booster pack purchased at a convention, featuring beautiful ex Emerald rayquazas.
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@Ragdajin added the glossy Eevee 7-Eleven B&W Promo to the collection, stirring questions about its unique shine (photos shared).
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@MarkySharky celebrated another eBay success, adding to the treasured Pokemon Go Collection with a fondness for Exeggutor (the collection grows).
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@slowqueen shared a rare Missing Ink Error Slowbro, acquired through a unique trade at an E4 meetup (collective admiration).
Psy-yi-yi…next time, join me in the deep end of the forum waters! Until then, keep your flippers groovy.