Hello e4, I’d like to share my collection and my collection goal.
My collection goal is to build a small collection with only one representative card of some of the most appreciated Pokémon: Pikachu, Charizard, Umbreon, Espeon, Gyarados, Magikarp, and Latias/Latios.
I don’t collect Mew, Mewtwo, or Gengar, since I (almost) haven’t found any cards that truly fit my collection… yet.
So here are the top cards in my collection for some of these Pokémon:
I’m currently missing a Rayquaza, Gyarados, and Magikarp.
Here are the bonus cards in my collection — cards that I love and want to keep, but could consider selling or trading if they help me reach my goal:
Now, here is my ultimate dream collection, along with an alternative goal:
(alternative Pikachu)
Since I know this dream collection will likely never happen due to financial constraints, here is a more realistic version of my goal, followed by some bonus cards I would love to add to my collection — again, cards I could trade or sell if needed.
Thank you for reading 
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Very nice and not weird at all. I like a good collection goal and yours can last a lifetime due to the sheer value of these cards. What condition is acceptable to you for these cards. I see that the cards you already have are very high grade. Do you think you can compromise on condition if it means you can get some of these cards in your collection?
Thanks for sharing. I would never say never and wish you all the success in your hunt. Looking forward to your updates.
Cheers!
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Thank you for sharing your opinion and for your kind comment.
Card condition is definitely a major factor in my collection. Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
Ultimate Goal Cards:
• Any grade for World Pika, Snap Pika, and Japanese AA Pikas
• BGS 9.5 or PSA 9 for 1st Edition Charizard
• Any grade for GS Play Umbreon
• PSA/BGS 9 for GS Play Espeon
• PSA/BGS 10 for 1st Edition Japanese GS Rayquaza
• Any grade for Gyarados and Magikarp Snap
• PSA/BGS 10 (or Black Label) for Latias/Latios
Realistic Goal Cards:
• PSA/BGS 9 for AA Pika
• BGS 9.5 or PSA 9 for 1st Edition Charizard
• PSA 9 for POP Series Umbreon
• PSA/BGS 9 for GS Play Espeon
• PSA/BGS 10 for 1st Edition Japanese GS Rayquaza
• PSA 10 for 1st Edition Shining Gyarados
• PSA/BGS 9 (but may consider PSA/BGS 8.5) for University Magikarp
• PSA/BGS 10 (or Black Label) for Latias/Latios
Bonus Cards:
• Highest possible grade for contest cards (World, AA, National) – PSA/BGS 8 or 9 is acceptable
• PSA/BGS 10 for all others
I’ll always go for BGS 10 when possible, I can pay a small premium
These are my current goals and compromises, but if prices continue to rise, I may need to reassess my targets for some cards. 
