Lego’s official Pokémon sets finally arrived yesterday, and alongside the impressively hefty Venusaur, Charizard, and Blastoise models, there’s a little extra that’s already causing a stir among collectors. The Venusaur set, priced at a hefty £579.99, comes with a special bonus if you pre-ordered— the Kanto Region Badge Collection, a sleek set of badges inspired by the games.
But here’s the catch. Those badges weren’t going to be sold separately, making them an instant hot commodity. Scalpers quickly snatched them up, driving resale prices on eBay well over £100. For fans who missed out on the pre-order window, getting hold of these badges means contending with a marked-up market from people capitalizing on the demand.
It’s a familiar story when limited edition collectibles intersect with popular franchises, but it’s worth noting how quickly these little touches become prized loot. If you were hoping to complete your Lego Pokémon setup with the Kanto badges, prepare to open your wallet wider than just for the sets themselves.
Source: eurogamer.net
