Opening booster packs in the Pokemon TCG Pocket game is undeniably thrilling, especially with the recent Mythical Island expansion. However, free packs are limited, leading many players to spend real money to expand their digital collections. One player has taken this to the extreme, amassing a staggering 20,000 cards and triggering a unique in-game message.
Pokemon TCG Pocket rewards players with trophies, missions, and trivia as they build their collections. While Pokedex achievements focus on unique cards, the game also offers numerical trivia tied to specific card collection milestones. These often relate to Pokedex entries, such as Pikachu’s number 25 or Spiritomb’s 108. One dedicated player has pushed these milestones to the limit, reaching a monumental 20,000 cards and uncovering a new trivia tidbit.
Upon reaching this impressive milestone, the player received a Claydol-related fact: Claydol originated from an ancient clay figurine 20,000 years ago. While the fact itself is intriguing, the sheer number of cards accumulated in just a few months since the game’s launch has captivated the Pokemon TCG Pocket community.
The Whale of Pokemon TCG Pocket
Accumulating 20,000 cards in such a short timeframe is a significant feat. One Reddit user aptly described the player as “the Wailord” of gacha games, referencing the massive Pokemon. The dedication (and financial investment) required to achieve this has impressed many. When asked about the expenditure, the player revealed a $3,000 investment, a substantial sum in the current economic climate. This investment has allowed them to acquire every available card in Pokemon TCG Pocket, truly embodying the “catch ’em all” spirit. This player is undoubtedly eager for new cards to be released in the future.
Reaching Other Card Collection Milestones
Most Pokemon TCG Pocket players are far from reaching this 20,000-card milestone. Free-to-play users report collections around 1,200-1,500 cards. The 1,500 card milestone reveals a fact about Gimmighoul, stating that it originated inside a treasure chest 1,500 years ago.
Looking Ahead to Future Milestones
For those still building their collections, the Claydol message offers a glimpse of what awaits in the distant future. Pokemon TCG Pocket clearly has planned milestone messages for thousands of cards. Whether there are more trivia facts beyond 20,000 remains a mystery, likely to be uncovered by dedicated players willing to invest significant resources. These “whales” will undoubtedly continue to push the boundaries of card collecting within the game.
