
The June 14 in-store launch of Pokémon Destined Rivals delivered sharp returns — with same-day flips doubling on bundles and spiking on ETBs and booster
Costco rolled out the Surging Sparks ETB and Booster Bundle set across selected UK warehouses, with release dates varying between 22 and 25 November. With around 8,000 units allocated nationwide, stores began receiving pallets at different times, prompting members to call ahead using the SKU to confirm availability. The bundle offered excellent value and demand was strong from both collectors and resellers. Early sales sat above £100, with ETBs selling for £70+ individually and Bundles for £40+, making the full set an easy flip for anyone who secured stock.
Nationwide stock hovered around 8,000 units, spread unevenly across stores.
ETBs consistently sold for £70+ while Booster Bundles sold for £40+, giving clean margins.
The combined bundle reliably resold for £100-£120 depending on buyer demand.
Free in-store returns ensured the flip carried zero risk for Costco members.
Surging Sparks proved to be a popular set, helping maintain steady resale.
21/11/2025
Members contacted local warehouses using SKU 1898458 to confirm release dates.
22/11/2025
Early locations received pallets and began selling the bundle at opening.
23/11/2025
23–25 November 2025 - Additional stores nationwide stocked the bundle, with queues forming early in the morning.
26/11/2025
22–26 November 2025 - ETBs sold for £70+, Bundles for £40+, and the full set for £100–£120.

The Surging Sparks bundle became another strong TCG flip from Costco, offering excellent value and steady resale performance. With free returns, solid demand and a dependable margin above £100 for the set, this release rewarded early buyers while remaining low risk for newer resellers. Surging Sparks continued to gain traction in the sealed market, making the bundle a safe hold or a fast, profitable flip.

The June 14 in-store launch of Pokémon Destined Rivals delivered sharp returns — with same-day flips doubling on bundles and spiking on ETBs and booster

The Pokémon Surging Sparks booster and Elite Trainer boxes delivered a solid 1.5× flip — strong proof of community and timing alignment.