Pulling vs. Buying
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Pulling vs. Buying
After opening 20 premium packs in the last drop and not finding the grail, I started thinking about pulling the redemptions vs. buying the redemptions later. I realized that pulling the redemptions makes me feel like it was meant to be, while buying makes me feel like I’m forcing it. I know it’s really just luck of the draw, but I am curious how others feel about the different options?
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I have had some really rotten luck on the two recent drops that I ripped packs. But, I always just take into account that you are pretty much guaranteed nothing similar to opening any pack of cards (for lack of a better example). More often than not, it is better to simply buy what you like from any given drop instead of banking on getting lucky with packs, especially in regards to grails. The odds are really quite poor for pulling grails.
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Re: Pulling vs. Buying
DietPops wrote:After opening 20 premium packs in the last drop and not finding the grail, I started thinking about pulling the redemptions vs. buying the redemptions later. I realized that pulling the redemptions makes me feel like it was meant to be, while buying makes me feel like I’m forcing it. I know it’s really just luck of the draw, but I am curious how others feel about the different options?
It's the thrill of the hunt for me so I like pulling.
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I rip packs all the time but 90% of the time it’s better to buy on the secondary market.
I recently got back into cards and buying singles on eBay has been sooo much more fun/less expensive than opening packs
I recently got back into cards and buying singles on eBay has been sooo much more fun/less expensive than opening packs
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I like the feeling of pulling much better. If I do buy, I buy packs!!!!
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DietPops wrote:After opening 20 premium packs in the last drop and not finding the grail, I started thinking about pulling the redemptions vs. buying the redemptions later. I realized that pulling the redemptions makes me feel like it was meant to be, while buying makes me feel like I’m forcing it. I know it’s really just luck of the draw, but I am curious how others feel about the different options?
Ripping packs is a gamble buying them is always the best choice to be honest. But if your feeling it why not, I always try to rip a pack and if I don't get anything it just mean that I need to move on
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It's all a gamble. It's the same thing with tcg like pokemon and one piece. It feels so good to pull it mixh better than just buying.
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The first ever drops i used to go super hard on them 300-400 dollars now i just get 3-4 premiums and buy on Facebook its cheaper only really like hunting for the grail
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I like the thrill of pulling them and buying secondary market is always a second option. This last drop is the first I did decent at and I plan on buying the rest I need to get the Royalty. My only issue is trying to figure out how to . Its maddening. Every step I take i have to verify my identity and now that Ive done all that it wont let me buy USDC to buy anything. Just keeps telling me I can buy up to 0 smh
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Re: Pulling vs. Buying
DietPops wrote:After opening 20 premium packs in the last drop and not finding the grail, I started thinking about pulling the redemptions vs. buying the redemptions later. I realized that pulling the redemptions makes me feel like it was meant to be, while buying makes me feel like I’m forcing it. I know it’s really just luck of the draw, but I am curious how others feel about the different options?
buying is diffidently better if you want the grail or freddy
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Ripping is fun, but if you only want one thing then buying on the market is definitely a better way to avoid the headache and the wasted money of not hitting from the rips.
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I try to buy 1 or 2 packs just for the fun... but i buy in the secondary market if i need the piece.
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Always nice to rip and pull a grail or legendary, but financially it’s usually better to buy after. A lot of people just like the thrill of gambling
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I just straight out bought the Freddy samurai I know with my luck I would not pull it
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I feel the same way about pulling the redeemable instead of buying it.
I try to keep the pack count low because I do love the feeling of ripping the packs and the nostalgia it brings finding those redeemables, but it can get pricey chasing the redeemables.
I try to watch the fluctuation of the price point as the drop goes on and acquire any redeemables I miss before coin disbursement or shipping.
I personally like to have the snapshot happen with them in my account. It lets me have the nft card and the coin without anymore hassle. Some people don’t like selling the card with the coin.
Have pulled 3 grails from packs and have jumped and gave a little shout of joy each time ! Great memories!
I try to keep the pack count low because I do love the feeling of ripping the packs and the nostalgia it brings finding those redeemables, but it can get pricey chasing the redeemables.
I try to watch the fluctuation of the price point as the drop goes on and acquire any redeemables I miss before coin disbursement or shipping.
I personally like to have the snapshot happen with them in my account. It lets me have the nft card and the coin without anymore hassle. Some people don’t like selling the card with the coin.
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funko_gtx91 wrote:I just straight out bought the Freddy samurai I know with my luck I would not pull it
Smart choice
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I've had a little luck in some packs, but some of the other drops I've just bought what I wanted afterwards.
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always cheaper buying but there isnt the rush
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I do like the thrill of ripping packs, and since for the drops I buy I try to get the royalty set done, so it works outs in the end
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Re: Pulling vs. Buying
DietPops wrote:After opening 20 premium packs in the last drop and not finding the grail, I started thinking about pulling the redemptions vs. buying the redemptions later. I realized that pulling the redemptions makes me feel like it was meant to be, while buying makes me feel like I’m forcing it. I know it’s really just luck of the draw, but I am curious how others feel about the different options?
I do love opening packs as the game of pulling a redeemable is really fun and as you said feels "meant to be" sometimes if it's a set I really love that has mutiple redeemables id be happy owning then I'll buy the packs and try to pull them but if it's a set that has one piece I truly love then I'll usually try to buy down the line. It ends up being cheaper that way.
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I like pulling cards but sometimes it’s easier just buying the legendary
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I like ripping. Take some losses along with the wins but it is fun!
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buddylee wrote:I like ripping. Take some losses along with the wins but it is fun!
Yeah as long you don't go over board.
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I budget myself for ripping. Buying the single is the best way to get what you really want, unless you are just incredibly lucky.
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The way I approach it is that I look at the redeemables. If there is only one I'd want, I just do some quick math to see if there is value there in trying to pull it (say you want a legendary, is it worth it to gamble on maybe $60 to see if you pull it --- sure). Depending upon the redeemable, they are often more affordable to just buy on the secondary market. Two considerations (and they are different for everyone). One, you might be in a state and/or country that doesn't allow crypto (so buying on secondary market isn't an option). Two, no everyone had unlimited money to gamble $60 on. If I want the set to get the grail, I'll almost always buy a few packs. And depending upon the drop, and loopbacks to get back in the queue, maybe go through a few times.
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I dont rip as much as I did in the beginning, but I rather rip packs then buy redeemables on the market and if i dont get them, I chalk it up to it wasnt meant to be.
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DietPops wrote:After opening 20 premium packs in the last drop and not finding the grail, I started thinking about pulling the redemptions vs. buying the redemptions later. I realized that pulling the redemptions makes me feel like it was meant to be, while buying makes me feel like I’m forcing it. I know it’s really just luck of the draw, but I am curious how others feel about the different options?
Right now it seems like buying secondary is way more cost effective……but I love the gamble hahah
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I do enough pack ripping on cards to get into the gamba. Going to try and get the Pops on eBay instead.
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AutumnsToyz wrote:I dont rip as much as I did in the beginning, but I rather rip packs then buy redeemables on the market and if i dont get them, I chalk it up to it wasnt meant to be.
Mainly like ripping to try and pull a grail honestly
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x88joe88x wrote:DietPops wrote:After opening 20 premium packs in the last drop and not finding the grail, I started thinking about pulling the redemptions vs. buying the redemptions later. I realized that pulling the redemptions makes me feel like it was meant to be, while buying makes me feel like I’m forcing it. I know it’s really just luck of the draw, but I am curious how others feel about the different options?
Right now it seems like buying secondary is way more cost effective……but I love the gamble hahah
This is how I feel.
I haven't had the best luck ripping packs and usually realize I could have an extra legendary or 2 if I had just bought them outright.
When I rip, I always go after royalty too since those can be speedy at times.
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yah buying after would probably be cheaper but then I wouldn’t get to yell at my laptop every time I reveal a card…”GRAIL! LEGEND! EPIC!” now I suppose I’ll have to add “ULTRA!” in the mix. hehehe
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x88joe88x wrote:DietPops wrote:After opening 20 premium packs in the last drop and not finding the grail, I started thinking about pulling the redemptions vs. buying the redemptions later. I realized that pulling the redemptions makes me feel like it was meant to be, while buying makes me feel like I’m forcing it. I know it’s really just luck of the draw, but I am curious how others feel about the different options?
Right now it seems like buying secondary is way more cost effective……but I love the gamble hahah
I like to do a combination. I haven't had much success in packs, only have hit one grail, so I typically will purchase in Marketplace. Packs are using just hoping for the grail and working towards the Royalty if it is for a series I collect.
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Depends - I prefer ripping since it's exciting but legendaries tend to be a little more affordable to buy outright rather than depending on packs. If you do a lot of packs, getting the grail can really make or break all the packs you ripped.
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Hopesdenial wrote:Depends - I prefer ripping since it's exciting but legendaries tend to be a little more affordable to buy outright rather than depending on packs. If you do a lot of packs, getting the grail can really make or break all the packs you ripped.
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I will say if it is a grail I really want (I'm looking at you harry potter) I rip more packs! hehehe
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I definitely started waiting to buy redeemables especially legendaries and royalty outright instead of ripping. I’ve had terrible luck with packs
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odnar wrote:Hopesdenial wrote:Depends - I prefer ripping since it's exciting but legendaries tend to be a little more affordable to buy outright rather than depending on packs. If you do a lot of packs, getting the grail can really make or break all the packs you ripped.
this
I will say if it is a grail I really want (I'm looking at you harry potter) I rip more packs! hehehe
Lol I agree; I ended up buying the grail for HP though; I'm glad I did when I did though - paid about 350
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I keep reading the title as Pulling vs Bullying
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Its definitely better to buy but feels better to pull
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deadlycollects wrote:AutumnsToyz wrote:I dont rip as much as I did in the beginning, but I rather rip packs then buy redeemables on the market and if i dont get them, I chalk it up to it wasnt meant to be.
Mainly like ripping to try and pull a grail honestly
TBH, I just like ripping packs. When my friends got back into MTG 10 years ago, I would buy booster boxes with them just to rip and see what I would get, although I never really learned how to play
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AutumnsToyz wrote:deadlycollects wrote:AutumnsToyz wrote:I dont rip as much as I did in the beginning, but I rather rip packs then buy redeemables on the market and if i dont get them, I chalk it up to it wasnt meant to be.
Mainly like ripping to try and pull a grail honestly
TBH, I just like ripping packs. When my friends got back into MTG 10 years ago, I would buy booster boxes with them just to rip and see what I would get, although I never really learned how to play
Ripping packs is fun but only if you hit
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