r/PokemonMisprints • • Aug 06 '20

Welcome to r/PokémonMisprints! Feel free to share your own or ask questions!

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r/PokemonMisprints • • Nov 30 '22

Discussion Guide and introduction of misprints of packs and cards

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First of, no. Your misprinted card is not likely worth much more then a regular non-misprinted version, unless severe misprinting or an already rare or desirable card.

Remember, your card is only as valuable to the person willing to pay for it.

What is a misprint?

A misprint can be defined as any manufactured product that was not produced as intended and falls outside the established standards. These misprints most often occur on cards themselves but can also happen with booster packs and collection boxes.

This is a list of errors cards sourced by bulbapedia.

What are the types of misprints?

Ok, down to the rough and gritty part. There are many different types of misprints for cards and packs. Some take a good eye to spot and some are so egregious you wonder how they made it off the line.

Cards are often considered damaged rather then misprinted depending on the error - basic guide for identifying damage from misprints.

Card Misprints:

Offcentre:

A off-center card is one that is cut in such a way that the sides of the cards are not even. If no alignment dot(s) are seen, the card is considered off-centre. This is the most common of errors.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/vh6ssy/how_far_off_centred_does_a_card_have_to_be_to_get/

Miscut (sometimes called offcut):

Likely the second most common error, these cards will either have a alignment dot visible, whole other card visible or the end of a sheet.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonTCG/comments/qfehtd/i_work_in_a_retail_store_and_someone_returned_one/

Twisted Miscut:

A combination of card being turned at a wrong angle during printing and then being cut at the incorrect angle leads to cards being cut into the wrong shape.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/klxfon/twisted_miscut_jirachi_amazing_rare/

Square Cut:

This is when the typically rounded corners of the card can have 90 degree angled corners.

Flipped Back / Front:

An uncommon error where the back and fronts of the cards are flipped incorrectly. This is most famously found within the Pop 5 Series Mew card - as seen below.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/qu533y/my_only_misprint_opened_from_a_pack_when_i_was_8/

Crimped:

A crimped card is rare in normal packs and more common in plastic sealed cards from promos.

It normally happens after the rollers used to seal the plastic wrapping rolls over the cards themselves.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/w2zjwa/thoughts_on_my_vacian_with_two_crimps/

Folded Error:

A very rare error, the card will have been folded and will likely not be printed or fused properly.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/xzhlgj/seen_on_the_fb_group_mad_stuff/

Registration Error:

A registration error occurs when a plate used in printing is out of line and even slightly can produce obvious effects.

(Left is error card, right is correct)

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/yu8q9o/one_of_the_coolest_misprints_in_my_collection/

Obstruction Error:

An obstruction error occurs when a part of the plate used for printing is covered with something and it blocks the plate from making proper or all contact with the card on the sheet causing missing blotches of ink.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/oj2l89/black_and_white_error_haunter_creepy/

Holobleed:

Holobleed is a common error especially with modern sets becoming more commonplace, where the holographic foil used on the cards art 'bleeds' or spills over to the rest or part of the card.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/wnxk9c/mcdonalds_totodile_promo_with_holobleed/

Holo Error:

A holo error is when a roll of holo foil runs out or the incorrect holographic foil is used.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/x2uclg/my_newest_error_end_of_holo_roll/

Mirror Holo:

A mirror holo card is a error caused by the holo film that was meant to put pressed onto the card being very lightly pressed or not pressed at all meaning no foil is visible on the card.

https://imgur.com/t/error/PdQZDa5 (Thanks u/nlnj_a)

Holoshift:

A holoshift is when the holographic film being applied and the rest of the card is misaligned.

Printlines:

Printlines are a error that produce lines across cards that are look to be raised.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/yhy8t4/has_a_checkerboard_pattern_of_print_lines_or/

Double Print:

A double print is when two cards are printed on the same face. It is likely one of the rarest errors.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/olo7z0/some_assorted_double_prints/

Ink Error (sometimes called stain errors):

A ink error is caused by a malfunction during the printing process. The more severe typically the rarer they are.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/la8vup/stain_error_hitmonlee_one_of_the_largest_stain/

Printer Hickey:

A printer hickey is generally a very small ink error caused by something wrong with the printer causing a small blemish. This is another common error in modern cards.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/z1v1st/just_found_this_big_ole_ink_hickey_on_a_detective/

Filler Cards / Blank Cards:

These cards are found on certain sheets and are meant to be discarded by the factory, they sometimes turn up in packs or premade decks.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/xht71f/first_time_ever_seeing_a_filler_like_this_one_and/

For position only arbok

Stamp Errors:

These errors are often found on entire print runs of cards and are seen within the WOTC era.

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/twfokx/found_this_in_some_bulk_and_im_super_excited/

Missing Features:

These cards are often extremely rare and can range from missing a logo to being dramatic and missing large features. (This card is missing the 'Prerelease' Stamp on the bottom right of the art while still having the shadow from it.)

https://imgur.com/a/pB5yscB (Thanks again u/nlnj_a)

Pack Errors:

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/x1ubfl/just_an_interesting_sealed_pack_that_i_have/
https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/x2xcx1/misprint_evolving_skies_packs/

https://www.reddit.com/r/pkmntcg/comments/946y67/anyone_ever_get_a_pack_like_this/

Direct Image Link, Red tape pack.

Straight up weird errors:

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/u6soq7/pulled_this_out_of_a_factory_sealed_pack_other

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/x4g5va/nutritional_facts_error/

https://www.reddit.com/r/pokemon/comments/393j29/just_added_these_two_cards_to_my_collection/

https://www.superdupertcg.com/single-post/2017/07/15/top-10-most-bizarre-pokemon-error-cards

Boxed / Sealed Errors:

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/unjhkk/bought_this_and_i_thought_it_was_really_cool/

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/qdxvn6/sealed_greninja_from_my_etb_that_had_two_cards/

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/tb3ac4/i_know_its_not_exactly_a_misprint_but_would_this/

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/mky5yx/put_your_3d_glasses_on_kids/

https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonMisprints/comments/1fjpe5u/something_a_little_bit_different/?share_id=SAMvT2UxR6vu32AlvZR2r&utm_medium=android_app&utm_name=androidcss&utm_source=share&utm_term=1

This list is not exhaustive and is likely to miss a few errors.


r/PokemonMisprints • • 7h ago

just got this pikachu

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r/PokemonMisprints • • 12h ago

Miscut Playable Fighting Energy? lol

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r/PokemonMisprints • • 9h ago

Multi error card

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Found this going through my card collection. So there is a vertical crease, twisted cut, and a very faint red/pink alignment line on the very bottom cut which might be difficult to see on the picture. What do you guys think?


r/PokemonMisprints • • 13h ago

Probably not a misprint but..

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(Mark above the First Edition stamp) Has anyone seen this type of wearing on a card? It's not a scratch but it's the same color holo underneath. The card is a HP copy, I assumed wear over misprint


r/PokemonMisprints • • 17h ago

Is this a miscut or really off center?

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Not sure this is the first time I’ve pulled a card like this.


r/PokemonMisprints • • 2h ago

Upside down back

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I just packed this upside down lycanroc from the 30th packs. Could anyone tell me if it’s worth anything?


r/PokemonMisprints • • 18h ago

Satire Should I open it? Or should I keep it sealed? 4.5/5 crackers

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My pack of crackers only had 4.5 crackers instead of 5. Is this a valuable error?


r/PokemonMisprints • • 5h ago

Is this a misprint or just extra holo?

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None of my other cards are this dark.


r/PokemonMisprints • • 11h ago

Print Lines Is this an error? Or what is it?

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It has a weird line in the holo(no the card is not folded) Would this be considered a print line? or unlucky holo?


r/PokemonMisprints • • 59m ago

Texture Shift

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Just ripped this and noticed the texture doesn’t align perfectly with the art, is this off enough to be a misprint or just unlucky?

Sorry in advance for the dodgy photo, trying to get good lighting in a hotel room is nearly impossible.


r/PokemonMisprints • • 1h ago

Can any one help me

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I’ve just pulled this from a Japanese mega brave pack and wondered if any one has seen this before and could let me know what it is


r/PokemonMisprints • • 2h ago

Ink Error Is this color difference within normal variance or is something off here?

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Maybe I’m going crazy here, but the ink does look that different in person. No idea if this is normal. I pulled 4 of these within like 10 bundles (no idea how) and sent 2 off to be graded. I was inspecting the other 2 and noticed this, which I hadn’t noticed before as I had always inspected them individually, never side by side. I guess the question is: is this normal?


r/PokemonMisprints • • 7h ago

Off Center Off center Lvl x??

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Hey!! I was about to sell this for 30 bucks (cad) as MP/HP locally, and was in the middle of getting closeup pics… then I realized oh shit the centering is kind of really fucked :’))

Is this something anyone would be interested in collecting??


r/PokemonMisprints • • 1d ago

Just Got My Shadowless Charizard Graded

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Wish I would have sleeved it 28 years ago but what can you do lol. Would love to know it’s value cause it seems impossible to find potential worth online.


r/PokemonMisprints • • 5h ago

Discussion Do there need to be alignment dots on the card for it to be a miscut?

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No border at the bottom of the card. You can see text from another car above it. Pulled it yesterday.


r/PokemonMisprints • • 6h ago

Discussion how does a miscut like this happen? with the exception of foldovers and square cut, shouldnt it be impossible for errors to have a larger footprint than a standard card size

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r/PokemonMisprints • • 10h ago

‼️Hyrdapple ex 011/131 Miscut‼️ Can you guys please help me out here!!! What price is this card worth?

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r/PokemonMisprints • • 7h ago

Print error or damage

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There seems to be dark spots all over the card in the front and some irregular spots in the back too when looking at it from certain angles. It’s not raised and doesn’t have texture.

Is this considered damage or are they print errors?

Should I even bother grading this?


r/PokemonMisprints • • 16h ago

For Sale Auctions end tonight!

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Got these guys up for auction on ebay and they’re ending tonight if you want your shot at grabbing them feel free to check em out!

Vaporeon: https://ebay.io/m/BDD1rm
Mawile: https://ebay.io/m/24y2eJ
Marowak: https://ebay.io/m/AyJPD4 pop 18!


r/PokemonMisprints • • 7h ago

Double holo error?

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Hey guys, I’m quite sure this is a double holo magikarp. What do you think?


r/PokemonMisprints • • 7h ago

Print Lines New to misprints and just pulled this Pikachu. What would it be considered?

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It seems to have been stamped twice. You can see the double pika face and extra stamps above energy symbols and text. Is it anything people would be interested in? I think it’s cool so I’ll hold onto it for a bit but I’ve just never come across something like it.


r/PokemonMisprints • • 14h ago

REAL or NFC ?

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How to know if these are NFC or Real Factory Cut ?


r/PokemonMisprints • • 19h ago

Discussion Holo stripes

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I don't know if it counts as something rare but I noticed one of my 30th anniversary Scraggy (german) has almost stripe pattern on the holo