Welcome to Darkerzard — A Blog for TCG Collectors and Curious Fans

Whether you're a seasoned TCG collector, a nostalgic fan, or just discovering the rabbit hole of rare trading cards, welcome to Darkerzard — a space dedicated to the stories, value, and legacy of the most iconic and elusive cards out there.

What This Blog Is About

This site is all about shining a spotlight on the rarest, most sought-after, and sometimes overlooked gems in the world of trading card games, starting with the Pokémon TCG.

Each post will take a deep dive into a specific card — exploring:

• 🧠 The story behind it
• 💸 Why collectors love it
• 📈 Its current market value (with live price tracking where possible)
• 🔍 Set history, misprints, nicknames, and quirks

Umbreon VMAX (aka "Moonbreon") from the 2021 Evolving Skies set

Why I Started This

Like many collectors, I've always been fascinated not just by the cards themselves, but the stories they tell — from shadowless Base Set Charizards to modern alt arts like Moonbreon, there's history and hype behind each one.

I wanted a place where I could:

• Share what I learn as I collect
• Help others understand card value beyond the price tag
• Connect with a community of collectors and fans

And yeah… if you've ever dropped hours searching through eBay listings, price charts, or Discord threads, this blog is for you.

What's Coming

✔ Regular posts focusing on iconic cards
✔ Real-time price data
✔ Tag-based search so you can explore by card name, set, or nickname
✔ A few surprises in the future — maybe even giveaways or a card subscription?

If you're into rare cards, weird stories, or just want to keep up with what's hot in the hobby — stick around. Follow @darkerzard on Instagram to catch each new post as it drops. Feel free to drop me a DM or email if there are particular trading cards you're interested in knowing more about, and perhaps I'll write a post about that card!

Welcome aboard. Let's get nerdy with it.

— DZ