Callum Self

Callum Self is the founder of Kanto Post and a Pokémon TCG specialist. With bylines at Wargamer, IGN, PCGamesN, UploadVR, and more, he has spent over six years covering gaming, collectibles, and Pokémon.

Pokémon TCG

Pokémon Center’s invite system is alive - but it’s still not good enough

By Callum Self

/ 15 Jul 2026

An Umbreon ex SIR Pokémon card from Pokémon Prismatic Evolutions

Pokémon Center’s invite system is alive - but it’s still not good enough

Pokémon Center’s Early Access system has finally arrived in the UK, but its first test has left some collectors questioning whether it solves the problem it was designed to fix.

By Callum Self

/ 15 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

Best card sleeves for Pokémon cards in 2026

By Callum Self

/ 13 Jul 2026

A selection of Pokémon card sleeves in front of a blue background

Best card sleeves for Pokémon cards in 2026

Protect your Pokémon cards with the best card sleeves, from the stylish to the practical choices.

By Callum Self

/ 13 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

Pokémon 30th Celebration cards appear to leak, but the mystery source has vanished

By Callum Self

/ 12 Jul 2026

A Zeraora Pokémon card from the Pokémon 30th Celebration promos

Pokémon 30th Celebration cards appear to leak, but the mystery source has vanished

A recent leak of Pokémon cards from the 30th Celebration has sent the community into a frenzy, but the original source has vanished in the aftermath.

By Callum Self

/ 12 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

This jumbo Pikachu Pokémon card just sold for $2,800 in a PSA 10

By Callum Self

/ 10 Jul 2026

A close up of the artwork of the Pikachu at the Museum Pokémon card

This jumbo Pikachu Pokémon card just sold for $2,800 in a PSA 10

The Pikachu at the Museum Pokémon card from the Natural History Museum collaboration has just had its first PSA 10 sale, selling for almost $3,000.

By Callum Self

/ 10 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

Where to buy Pokémon 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box ahead of release

By Callum Self

/ 8 Jul 2026

A close up of the artwork for the Nidorina Pokémon card from the Pokémon 30th Celebration ET

Where to buy Pokémon 30th Celebration Elite Trainer Box ahead of release

The Pokémon 30th Celebration ETB is one of the best ways to open plenty of packs from the upcoming expansion, and here’s where you can buy it.

By Callum Self

/ 8 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

A new Jirachi Pokémon card is coming with 30th Celebration, but I’m still wishing for an SIR

By Callum Self

/ 7 Jul 2026

A close up of the artwork of Jirachi ex Pokémon card from Pokémon 30th Celebration

A new Jirachi Pokémon card is coming with 30th Celebration, but I’m still wishing for an SIR

A new Jirachi ex card is joining Pokémon 30th Celebration, but I’m still hoping this isn’t the only version we’ll get.

By Callum Self

/ 7 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

My favourite Scarlet & Violet Pokémon card somehow hasn’t joined the price boom

By Callum Self

/ 6 Jul 2026

A close up of the artwork for Gardevoir ex #245 SIR Pokémon card

My favourite Scarlet & Violet Pokémon card somehow hasn’t joined the price boom

With the Mega Evolutions era in full swing, I’m shocked that my favourite Pokémon card of S&V remains so affordable.

By Callum Self

/ 6 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

Where to buy Pokémon 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collections

By Callum Self

/ 4 Jul 2026

A futuristic rare Pikachu ex Pokémon card from the Pokémon 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium collection

Where to buy Pokémon 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collections

The upcoming 30th anniversary expansion comes with two boxes full of packs, and here’s where to try and buy the Pokémon 30th Celebration Ultra-Premium Collections.

By Callum Self

/ 4 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

One Pokémon retailer had 25 times more buyers than stock ahead of 30th Celebration

By Callum Self

/ 3 Jul 2026

Pikachu ex futuristic rare Pokémon card artwork from Pokémon 30th Celebration

One Pokémon retailer had 25 times more buyers than stock ahead of 30th Celebration

As Pokémon 30th Celebration approaches, UK retailer Chaos Cards says some Pokémon TCG product drops have attracted 25 times more sign-ups than available stock.

By Callum Self

/ 3 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

Nintendo is working with The Pokémon Company to tackle Pokémon card speculation

By Callum Self

/ 2 Jul 2026

Nintendo is working with The Pokémon Company to tackle Pokémon card speculation

Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa says The Pokémon Company is continuing measures to tackle Pokémon card speculation.

By Callum Self

/ 2 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

Pokémon 30th Celebration’s two best promos will set you back £360 in Ultra Premium Collections

By Callum Self

/ 2 Jul 2026

A close up of Espeon artwork from the Pokémon 30th Celebration Ultra Premium Collection Pokémon card

Pokémon 30th Celebration’s two best promos will set you back £360 in Ultra Premium Collections

The Umbreon and Espeon promos from the 30th Celebration Premium Deck are coming to English Ultra Premium Collections - and they’ll cost you £360 ($360) to buy.

By Callum Self

/ 2 Jul 2026

Pokémon TCG

Where to buy Pokémon Ascended Heroes Focused Fighters Collection

By Callum Self

/ 1 Jul 2026

The Pokémon Ascended Heroes Focused Fighters Premium Collection in front of a navy background

Where to buy Pokémon Ascended Heroes Focused Fighters Collection

With 14 packs full of Pokémon cards from Ascended Heroes and some neat promos, here’s where to buy the Focused Fighters Collection.

By Callum Self

/ 1 Jul 2026