Trading Card Binder - Revision history

Cappy at 04:31, 5 March 2026

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	* After acquisition, Trading Cards can be collected in any region.		* After acquisition, Trading Cards can be collected in any region.
	* Additional regions may feature their own unique methods of obtaining the binder.		* Additional regions may feature their own unique methods of obtaining the binder.

			== Speedrunning ==

			For players focused on obtaining the '''Trading Card Binder''' as quickly or cheaply as possible, the region chosen can significantly affect efficiency.

			* '''Fastest Method (In-Game Time):'''
			** The fastest way to obtain the binder is through the '''Hoenn museum donation route'''.
			** Donate '''₽10,000''' at the '''Oceanic Museum''' in [[Slateport City]] and '''₽10,000''' at the '''Art Museum''' in [[Lilycove City]].
			** This method requires only '''₽20,000 total''' and can be completed immediately upon reaching both cities.

			* '''Least Expensive Method:'''
			** The '''Hoenn donation route''' is also the cheapest permanent cost at '''₽20,000'''.
			** No grinding for coins or large capital reserves is required.

			* '''Zero-Cost Method (High Upfront Requirement):'''
			** At the '''Lilycove City Convention Hall''', players may obtain the binder by spending '''₽500,000'''.
			** After the process is completed, the player receives the '''full ₽500,000 refund''' along with the '''Trading Card Binder'''.
			** While technically free, the large upfront requirement makes it impractical for early progression.

			* '''Simple Purchase Option:'''
			** In '''Johto''', the binder can be purchased directly at the '''Goldenrod City Trading Card Store''' for '''₽50,000'''.
			** This is straightforward but more expensive than the Hoenn donation route.

			* '''Slowest Method:'''
			** In '''Kanto''', the binder requires '''9,999 Game Corner Coins''' from the '''Celadon Game Corner'''.
			** Coin grinding or gambling mechanics may make this the most time-consuming method.

			'''Overall Recommendation:'''
			* '''Hoenn''' is the best region for obtaining the Trading Card Binder during speedruns due to its combination of '''low cost''' and '''fast completion time'''.

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	Donation requirements:		Donation requirements:

	* Donate '''₽10,000''' to the '''Oceanic Museum''' in [[Slateport City]].		* Donate '''₽10,000+''' to the '''Oceanic Museum''' in [[Slateport City]].
	* Donate '''~~₽20~~,000''' to the '''Art Museum''' in [[Lilycove City]].		* Donate '''₽10,000+''' to the '''Art Museum''' in [[Lilycove City]].

	After completing both donations, the player will receive the '''[[Trading Card Binder]]''' as a reward for supporting Hoenn’s cultural institutions.		After completing both donations, the player will receive the '''[[Trading Card Binder]]''' as a reward for supporting Hoenn’s cultural institutions.

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	While significantly expensive, this provides a more straightforward path for trainers who prefer saving money over grinding coins.		While significantly expensive, this provides a more straightforward path for trainers who prefer saving money over grinding coins.

			= Hoenn =

			=== Donation Route ===

			* In Hoenn, the Trading Card Binder can be obtained through museum donations.
			* Location: '''Slateport City Oceanic Museum''' and '''Lilycove City Art Museum'''.

			Donation requirements:

			* Donate '''₽10,000''' to the '''Oceanic Museum''' in [[Slateport City]].
			* Donate '''₽20,000''' to the '''Art Museum''' in [[Lilycove City]].

			After completing both donations, the player will receive the '''[[Trading Card Binder]]''' as a reward for supporting Hoenn’s cultural institutions.

			=== Convention Hall Route ===

			* Location: '''Lilycove City Convention Hall'''.

			Players may also obtain the '''[[Trading Card Binder]]''' by spending '''₽500,000''' at the Convention Hall.

			* After completing the process, the player receives the '''₽500,000 back''' along with the '''Trading Card Binder'''.

			While this is technically the '''cheapest method''' to obtain the binder, it requires a '''large amount of upfront capital''', making it inaccessible for many early-game trainers.

	== Notes ==		== Notes ==

Cappy at 23:52, 13 December 2025

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	* In Kanto, the Trading Card Binder is obtained through the '''Celadon Game Corner'''.		* In Kanto, the Trading Card Binder is obtained through the '''Celadon Game Corner'''.
	* Trainers must exchange '''999 Game Corner Coins''' to receive the binder.		* Trainers must exchange '''9,999 Game Corner Coins''' to receive the binder.
	* This makes the binder a late-early or mid-game luxury item for Kanto trainers.		* This makes the binder a late-early or mid-game luxury item for Kanto trainers.

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			''Contribution by Cappy.''

	== Item Overview ==		== Item Overview ==
	The '''Trading Card Binder''' is a unique key item that allows trainers to collect and store Pokémon Trading Cards discovered throughout the world.		The '''Trading Card Binder''' is a unique key item that allows trainers to collect and store Pokémon Trading Cards discovered throughout the world.

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	== Item Overview ==		== Item Overview ==
	The '''Trading Card Binder''' is a unique key item that allows trainers to collect and store Pokémon Trading Cards discovered throughout the world.<blockquote>''Item Description (from Bag):''		The '''Trading Card Binder''' is a unique key item that allows trainers to collect and store Pokémon Trading Cards discovered throughout the world.
			[[File:Trading Card Binder .png\|thumb\|The Trading Card Binder in the player's bag.]]
			<blockquote>''Item Description (from Bag):''

	"A binder to store collectible Pokémon cards."</blockquote>Once obtained, the binder automatically tracks all Trading Cards you acquire, letting you build a collection tied to your journey across regions.		"A binder to store collectible Pokémon cards."</blockquote>Once obtained, the binder automatically tracks all Trading Cards you acquire, letting you build a collection tied to your journey across regions.

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	Players can obtain Trading Cards through multiple methods:		Players can obtain Trading Cards through multiple methods:

	=== 🔍 Exploration ===		=== Exploration ===

	* Some cards can be found while exploring towns, routes, and buildings.		* Some cards can be found while exploring towns, routes, and buildings.
	* Hidden pickups and special interactable spots may award cards.		* Hidden pickups and special interactable spots may award cards.

	=== 🏪 TCG Stores ===		=== TCG Stores ===

	* Certain cities feature '''Trading Card Game (TCG) Stores'''.		* Certain cities feature '''Trading Card Game (TCG) Stores'''.
	* These shops sell Trading Cards directly, often rotating stock.		* These shops sell Trading Cards directly, often rotating stock.

	=== 🎁 Special Sources ===		=== Special Sources ===

	* NPC rewards		* NPC rewards
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	== Kanto ==		== Kanto ==

	=== 🎰 Celadon City - Game Corner ===		=== Celadon City - Game Corner ===

	* In Kanto, the Trading Card Binder is obtained through the '''Celadon Game Corner'''.		* In Kanto, the Trading Card Binder is obtained through the '''Celadon Game Corner'''.
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	== Johto ==		== Johto ==

	=== 🃏 Goldenrod City - Trading Card Store ===		=== Goldenrod City - Trading Card Store ===

	* In Johto, the Trading Card Binder can be purchased directly.		* In Johto, the Trading Card Binder can be purchased directly.

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== Item Overview ==
The '''Trading Card Binder''' is a unique key item that allows trainers to collect and store Pokémon Trading Cards discovered throughout the world.<blockquote>''Item Description (from Bag):''

"A binder to store collectible Pokémon cards."</blockquote>Once obtained, the binder automatically tracks all Trading Cards you acquire, letting you build a collection tied to your journey across regions.

== Ways to Acquire Trading Cards ==
Players can obtain Trading Cards through multiple methods:

=== 🔍 Exploration ===

* Some cards can be found while exploring towns, routes, and buildings.
* Hidden pickups and special interactable spots may award cards.

=== 🏪 TCG Stores ===

* Certain cities feature '''Trading Card Game (TCG) Stores'''.
* These shops sell Trading Cards directly, often rotating stock.

=== 🎁 Special Sources ===

* NPC rewards
* Limited events
* Region-specific challenges

== Obtaining the Trading Card Binder ==
The Trading Card Binder must be obtained before any cards can be collected. The method of acquisition differs by region.

== Kanto ==

=== 🎰 Celadon City - Game Corner ===

* In Kanto, the Trading Card Binder is obtained through the '''Celadon Game Corner'''.
* Trainers must exchange '''999 Game Corner Coins''' to receive the binder.
* This makes the binder a late-early or mid-game luxury item for Kanto trainers.

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== Johto ==

=== 🃏 Goldenrod City - Trading Card Store ===

* In Johto, the Trading Card Binder can be purchased directly.
* Location: '''Goldenrod City Trading Card Store'''.
* Cost: '''₽50,000'''

While significantly expensive, this provides a more straightforward path for trainers who prefer saving money over grinding coins.

== Notes ==

* The Trading Card Binder only needs to be obtained once.
* After acquisition, Trading Cards can be collected in any region.
* Additional regions may feature their own unique methods of obtaining the binder.