Extreme behaviour calls for an extreme response.
The Pokémon Company has issued a statement (thanks, Automaton) confirming that it is considering using government-issued ID to tackle scalping in the Trading Card Game community.
Though it doesn’t outright refer to scalpers, The Pokémon Company says that it wishes to “provide all customers with fair and safe opportunities” to purchase its products and take part in official events. The initiative will apply to priority lottery products along with the sale of certain products via Pokémon Centre Online, along with registration for events and tournaments in Japan. It aims to introduce the scheme from August 2026.
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