Pokemon 151 Blooming Waters - English

Overview

Blooming Waters is part of the Pokémon 151 collection line, offering a more accessible product compared to the main ETBs or premium boxes. It contains 12 booster packs and with pack values expected to reach £35+ in the future, total box value could exceed £420. While the included 3 promos aren’t headline chases, the box's size, accessibility, and demand as the "next cheapest" 151 option make it a prime flip for mid-term profit.

How the Flip Played Out

Initial purchase opportunities came via Costco, Amazon, and select local game stores (LGS).

Discord flagged the box as a high-upside alternative to now-scarce ETBs.

Scarcity in UK listings gave the box stronger resale strength compared to US releases.

Flippers targeting long-term ROI have already begun to see prices around £200-£225.

Risk of restocks exists, but so far volume has remained manageable in the UK.

Timeline: From Underdog to Value Climber

Product Releases Quietly

03/02/2025

With minimal marketing, this set drops through major retailers like Costco and Amazon UK. Most buyers overlook it until it’s gone.

First UK Wave Sells Out

03/03/2025

ETBs vanish from shelves. As prices rise, flippers pivot to Blooming Waters as the more affordable backup play.

Prices Hit £200+

09/06/2025

Listings stabilize at 3× retail, driven by sealed demand. Discord flippers and collectors begin hoarding inventory for the long game.

Reprint Watch Begins

01/09/2025

With no confirmed restocks yet, flippers stay alert. If scarcity holds, prices could push even higher into Q4.

Useful Links / Resources

▶️ eBay Sold Listing

▶️ Market Listings Tracker

▶️ Facebook TCG Group

Final Thoughts

Blooming Waters isn’t the flashiest 151 product, but it may be the most scalable. With strong pack value, decent promo inclusions, and a price point still under most premium boxes, it’s the next logical flip in the 151 ecosystem. Flippers who move early can lock in strong returns before the next wave (if any) arrives.