Hold onto your Pokeballs! In a spectacular feat of fandom and unity, a dedicated group of Pokemon enthusiasts has shattered the Guinness World Record for the longest unboxing livestream by opening an astonishing 20,000 trading cards in just 24 hours. Talk about dedication!
This marathon stream was held to celebrate the launch of Pokemon Scarlet and Violet: Surging Sparks, the latest set of trading cards that has everyone with excitement. I mean, who wouldn’t want to dive into that world?
Throughout this epic unboxing journey, more than 1500 packs were opened by some big names in the Pokemon content creation scene! We’re talking about legends like Serebii’s Joe Merrick, Instagram sensation PokeGirlRach, and TikTok star Mayplaystv. These creators brought their A-game to keep viewers entertained for those grueling hours!
The excitement doesn’t stop there! All those beautiful cards aren’t just sitting pretty. They’re being donated to various charities across the UK, including Barnardo’s. It’s such a heartwarming twist to an already exhilarating event.
Peter Murphy, senior marketing director at The Pokémon Company International, expressed his joy, saying, “It’s been an incredible 24 hours of pack opening… alongside an amazing team of content creators.”
What’s Next for Pokemon TCG?
If you thought this was all they had up their sleeves, think again! The next expansion is already on its way and slated for release in January. Get ready for Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet: Prismatic Evolutions, which will focus on none other than Eevee and its adorable evolutions. Eevee fans are going to be living their best life!
The official description promises unique new powers as Stellar Tera Pokémon ex comes into play. Players will explore treasures among a grand gathering of Pokémon ex from Paldea and beyond, with glittering gems and hidden patterns waiting at every turn! How exciting is that?! This feels like a treasure hunt wrapped in nostalgia.
So whether you’re collecting or battling with friends, this news adds another layer to our beloved franchise. We have so much to look forward to in the coming months, and I can’t wait to see what surprises lie ahead!
