u/KEN_LASZLO

I've been really into reverse holos from Expedition, Aquapolis, and Skyridge lately and have noticed a strange phenomenon. I'm not sure if this applies to Expedition as much, but Aquapolis and Skyridge reverse holos that are 'common' rarity are much more difficult to find and expensive than reverse-holo 'rare' (star) cards​. This is incredibly odd to me, a circle rarity being worth much more than a star rarity?

For instance, Natu and Xatu reverse holos from Skyridge: there are a dozen or more reverse holo Xatu's on Ebay right now (for North America), yet only 5 copies of Natu (four bgs graded 8.5 and above and a PSA, no raws).

Last Natu PSA 10 sale = $1160

Last Xatu PSA 10 sale = $750

Another example is Aquapolis Oddish reverse vs Vileplume reverse-holos

On ebay in North America there are only two copies of Oddish (a raw and a psa9). Psa 9 selling for $216. However there are 13 Vileplumes available, with a psa 9 going for $144

Pricecharting says:

PSA 10 reverse holo Oddish = $1184

PSA 10 reverse Vileplume = $626

These are only two examples but I've seen this with most common rarity Aquapolis and Skyridge reverse-holos. Does anyone have an explanation as to why the circle 'common' rarity reverse-holo ereaders are so much more rare than a star symbol 'rare' reverse-holo? I thought collecting vintage Oddish cards would be cheap, and it was until these reverse-holo 😅

Taking supplements make me very nervous. I'm NOT against them, but they're not regulated to a degree that eases my anxiety. Also I've had bad experiences with gastro side effects from various different types of supplements over the years. But I *really* need more protein due to having a very low creatinine level. I need to get over my anxiety and find a powder that I'm comfortable with adding to smoothies and possibly my coffee.

But there are SO many brands, many with fake reviews and bots making them seem like they are THE best. What would make me more comfortable with a protein powder is knowing that the company making it has a very good reputation and has been around for a long time. I'm also worried about the dosing being accurate, as supplements are notorious for being sold as less potent or more potent than they actually are.

**Can anyone recommend a brand of protein powder that's been around forever, has legitimately good reviews, and is accurate with the protein dosing?**

Thanks everyone!!

*BONUS QUESTION!!! If my creatinine level is very low, is there a form of protein powder that's better than others for bumping up my level? Like is there any reason to go for pea protein over animal based protein?*

An example of this is the reverse holo hoothoot: https://www.pricecharting.com/game/pokemon-skyridge/hoothoot-reverse-holo-65#completed-auctions-used

There are at least 3 or 4 ebay sales not listed. There's missing data for April, May, and June. It's the same thing for other skyridge cards, like the reverse holo Raichu. Missing all of those sales really makes the skyridge pricecharting pages VERY inaccurate since these are such low population cards with so few sales.

Does anyone know what the deal is with PriceCharting? TCGplayer is even worse 😐

I absolutely love Liquid Stranger (all of his eras), and he has a few other artists on his Wakaan label that I also really like. But I want to broaden my taste in experimental bass. Who makes similar space bass type music, but isnt signed/connected to Wakaan or Liquid Stranger? It's such a unique sound but I figure there must be some competition by now after all these years. Or has nobody come close in the last 5 years (that isn't already with Wakaan)?

Any suggestions? Thanks!

EDIT: daaamn, you guys really came through with the suggestions, I really appreciate it! I've got a lot to listen through now haha

Hey everyone, I'm looking for an ungraded copy of the reverse holo Raichu from Skyridge. Doesn't need to be in perfect condition, especially the front, but not HP. If you're selling one let me know and we can figure something out. Thanks!

Hey everyone, I collect WotC Raichus (in a binder) and am looking for a binder copy of my only graded card- Lt Surge's Raichu, the holo one. I'm looking for a copy that looks lp/mp on the front, some whitening is ok, but the back can be REALLY trashed. Like so bad that a toddler went to town on it with a crayon lol.

I know this is pretty specific (which is why I decided to ask here) but if you have a binder copy like this let me know. I have PayPal all ready to go. Thanks!

They look identical!

For reference:

https://www.pricecharting.com/game/pokemon-expedition/alakazam-reverse-holo-1

https://www.pricecharting.com/game/pokemon-expedition/alakazam-reverse-holo-33

(The pricecharting photos looks a bit different in color but ebay posted photos look identical)

I went to ebay listings to see various photos of both #1 and #33 and I can't spot a difference at all. Expedition has four Alakazams, all with the same art: non-holo, holo, reverse-holo, and.... ???? reverse-holo?

I never opened these as a kid, I stopped collecting during Neo, so I never learned about all of this reverse-holo witchcraft 😂. Can someone explain whats going on, not only with Expedition but with Aquapolis and Skyridge as well?

Also, WHY did they seem to give regular cards and reverse-holos the SAME CARD NUMBER?! Like "alakazam 33/165" could refer to the reverse holo or the regular non-holo. Wtf, they are two different cards! It's really making things confusing, especially while browsing ebay lol