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Gift Ideas for TCG players (Pokemon, Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh and more)

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Got someone in your life who plays Pokemon, Magic the Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, Flesh & Blood or other TCGs (Trading Card Games) and need to get them a gift? Then look no further than this list! I've been playing TCGs for over twenty years and everyth...
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Organization

When you play TCGs its inevitable you're going to end up with a lot of cards and you're going to need someway to store them. 

 
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This storage bin holds a lot and is very well made. It also allows for customization through partitions that can be moved around easily and you can purchase additional ones as needed.

It is quite large and can get heavy with a lot of cards. If the TCG player in your life doesn't have a ton of cards or small, a smaller one also exists (also in this list).
BCW Collectible Card Storage Box for Trading Cards (Large)
 
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This organizer is very well-made and provides a lot of storage, and is just a smaller version of the other organizer BCW produces. It has partitions that can be moved around (additional ones can also be purchased).
BCW Collectible Card Storage Box (Small)
 
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Extra card partitions for your BCW card storage box. Like the storage boxes, these are well-made and slide into slots with ease. 

These make organizing your cards more flexible and are easy to label.
BCW Card Organizer Partitions
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With so many pretty mats out there, its easy to quickly aquire quite a few. This organizer hangs on the back of your door (or on your wall) and can store 13 different placemats, all while keeping them safe.
Kabinka Playmat Tube Storage Bag (Hangable)
 
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These tubes are a must-have for anyone who has a mat. They keep playmats safe and won't roll off the table and come in a variety of colors. They also transport well and I use them to hold a playmat when I'm heading out to a tcg event (e.g., Friday Ni...
Monster TCG Gaming Prism Playmat Tube
 
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Card binders are essential for anyone who plays games like Magic the Gathering and Pokemon. Not only do they keep cards safe (you'll still want to sleeve the rare/expensive ones!) but they make it easy for brewing (or deck building).

There are a ton of different binders out there--some good ones and some not so good. I always recommend Ultra Pro because they're well made, keep your cards secured and have a zipper to ensure things stay where they should.
Zippered Ultra Pro Binder
 
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This is a great way to sort and organize cards. It's larger so it enables for an easier way to sort out a lot of cards at once and can be great for keeping decks you're currently building organized. I personally have three of these.
Titan Shield Sorting Tray(2 Pack)
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Lorcana is Disney's take on the TCG world. First introduced in August 2023, it has become popular amongst Disney fans and TCG fans, new sets being introduced every couple months. This 3d printed deck box allows for two decks and accessories to be saf...
Lorcana Story Book Deck Box

Card Protection

Cards lose their value if they get damaged and every good TCG player knows its important to ensure they're kept safe in sleeves and binders.

 
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Dragon shield sleeves are second to none when it comes to keeping cards safe and on the playing field. They come in a wide variety of colors and prints.
Dragon Shield Standard Matte Sleeves 100CT
 
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Most TCGs require the use of dice and these are a ton of sets out there to choose from.

Bonus: Dice sets are also great for the DnD player in your life.
Gothic Dark Starry Sky Liquid Core Dice Set
 
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These cases are excellent for storing super rare cards (and ones that need to be graded). They keep cards securely in place and prevent damage.

This is what I put my $100+ cards into when I pull them and trust them completely.
BCW Magnetic Card Holder -10 Pack
 
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One popular type of play in Magic the Gathering is Commander, which requires having a 100 card deck. This amount won't fit in your standard deck box, which is why these are essential to have for any Commander player.
Commander Deck Box
 
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These are a must for keeping rare Pokemon  and Magic the Gathering cards. They fit inside of standard sleeves (such as Dragon Shield) to provide extra protection.
Japanese Perfect Fit Sleeves
 
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Many Magic the Gathering players use boulder deck boxes from Ultimate Guard and for good reason. These boxes are very sturdy (made from hard plastic), keep your cards save and can take a beating if needed. They come in various sizes---including ones ...
Ultimate Guard Boulder Deck Box

Gameplay

Supplies for playing TCG games

 
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A custom playmat makes a great idea since you can cater it to the TCG players interests. A friend did this for us as a wedding gift and we really cherish them.
Custom Play Mat
 
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Boogie boards are a great way for keeping track of life totals, ailments and other aspects while playing TCGs. They're easy to write on and a quick click erases your writing for the next game. 

I use my religiously when I'm playing Magic the Gathering.
Boogie Board Reusable Writing Tablet
 
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These are one example of the many out there, as there are hundreds of different ones. These are unique because they have an inside pattern, are well-made and easily open and fold up
Felt Dice Bag

Merchandise and Gifts

Here is a curated assortment of merchandise and other gift ideas to help the TCGer in your life show off their love of Pokemon, Digimon, Magic the Gathering and more.

 
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This coaster set is great for the Magic the Gathering player in your life. It is a set of six coasters, each representing one of the different types of mana, including colorless, in the game
Magic the Gathering Mana Symbol Coaster Set
 
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A custom clock based on Magic the Gathering and look great in a gaming space!
Magic the Gathering Vinyl Record Wall Clock
 
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Keychains make a great accessory for bags or keyrings.
Miniature Magic the Gathering MTG Card Keychains
 
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Custom cards (there are also folks you create custom Pokemon cards) allow you to give a one of a kind card to a friend or family member. Some people use these for proposals, others as a wedding gift and other times as a great gag gift for a friend.
Custom Magic the Gathering Cards