How to Identify Authentic TCG Products — A Collector’s Safety Guide
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- Nov 15
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With the growth of Pokémon, One Piece, and Lorcana, the market has seen a rise in counterfeit products — especially from online marketplaces and unofficial sellers.
As a store built by TCG players and collectors, we want to help the community stay safe.Here is a complete guide to spotting fake TCG products.
Warning Signs of Fake Booster Packs & Boxes
1. Poor print quality
Washed-out colors
Low-resolution images
Incorrect fonts
Misaligned borders
2. Suspiciously lightweight packaging
Real packs have:
reinforced foil
thicker sealing
proper crimping
3. Incorrect or missing seals
Official product seals must be:
uniform
tightly wrapped
properly aligned
4. Prices that are “too good to be true”
If an OP-01 booster box is €60… it's fake.Simple as that.
5. Unverified sellers
Most fakes originate from:
private Facebook sellers
random websites
shady marketplaces
sellers without invoices or proof of distribution
How to Confirm Authenticity (Simple Checklist)
✔ Does the product have correct Pokémon / Bandai / Disney / WotC branding?
✔ Is the seal consistent with official manufacturer patterns?
✔ Does the weight feel normal?
✔ Is the box design crisp and aligned?
✔ Is the seller reputable?
How We Guarantee Authenticity at TheSlopoke
We support the TCG community by offering 100% genuine sealed products.
Our authenticity standards:
All products are purchased from official EU distributors
Every item is factory sealed
We check every shipment manually
We pack everything securely to avoid damage
Our mission:
To give collectors and players a safe, reliable place to buy TCG products without worrying about scams.
Counterfeit cards don’t just look bad — they hold zero value, and can ruin a collection.
Buying authentic sealed products is essential for:
✔ collectors
✔ investors
✔ players
✔ anyone who cares about card quality
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