What you're actually getting
For under a tenner, this is a mini tin, so temper expectations a bit. You're not cracking open a booster box here. What you do get is a small collectible tin featuring one of five Pokémon, Feraligatr, Salamence, Gallade, Emboar, or Meganium, plus a couple of booster packs tucked inside. The tin itself is genuinely nice as a keepsake, the kind of thing that sits on a desk without looking daft.
The Meganium and Feraligatr variants are going fast, probably because Gen 2 nostalgia is still absolutely rampant. A mate of mine has been rebuilding his childhood collection for two years now and would lose his mind over either of those.
Who this is actually for
Honestly, this is a solid gift for a kid who's just getting into the TCG, or for a collector who wants a low-stakes addition to the shelf. It's not for the competitive player who needs specific cards, the booster packs inside are essentially a lucky dip.
At £8.99 with 715 heat on HotUKDeals, the community seems pretty settled on this being decent value. That kind of heat usually means stock moves quickly, so if you're hovering, probably don't hover too long.
One reservation
You don't get to choose which tin design you receive when ordering. That's a bit annoying if you specifically want Salamence and end up with Emboar. Worth checking the listing carefully before you buy, some sellers do specify the variant.
