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In recent years, the problem has become so severe that many major retailers have been forced to implement preventive countermeasures

1 Teal Mask Ogerpon (Cosmos Holo): Gamestop Exclusive (Rare) $39.95 A Gamestop (And EB Games) Appearance While it's unlikely to break into the upper echelon of the most valuable cards from the Scarlet & Violet era, this Gamestop-exclusive Ogerpon leads the pack, claiming the crown of the most expensive Ogerpon card

This can decrease the card's value in the eyes of players, and it is sparking new discussions about why Gengar's shiny should have a different color palette - even for newcomers to the series

Red Card: This is a powerful play to keep your opponent from building up too many resources that they could otherwise use to overwhelm you

Christian Wait is a freelance contributor to Mashable