Vault guides
Everything worth knowing before you open.
Formats, authenticity and trading card news in Panama, explained without the fluff.
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Giving Pokémon cards as a gift: a quick guide for parents and godparents
What to give by age and budget, which format to choose and how to avoid dodgy products, explained without the jargon.
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How a Card Vault trading card machine works
Look, tap, pay and open: how a Card Vault self-service machine will work, and why it's built for collectors.
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English or Japanese Pokémon cards: which should you choose?
Cards per pack, sets, print quality and tournaments: what changes between English and Japanese Pokémon cards.
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Pokémon TCG vs One Piece Card Game: differences for collectors
Gameplay, packs, rarities, decks and community: how Pokémon TCG and One Piece Card Game differ and which might suit you better.
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How to protect your cards from humidity in Panama
Sleeves, toploaders, binders and humidity control: how to store trading cards in Panama's tropical climate so they don't curl.
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Pokémon TCG rarity symbols: what each one means
Circle, diamond and stars: how to read the rarity symbol in the bottom corner of every current Pokémon TCG card.
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How to start collecting Pokémon TCG: a beginner's guide
What to buy first, how to pick a collecting goal, how to look after your cards and the basic vocabulary you'll hear in the community.
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Where to buy Pokémon cards in Panama: options and what to check
Hobby shops, toy stores, communities and online sellers: where to get Pokémon cards in Panama and how to make sure the product is sealed.
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What is Card Vault PTY? Sealed trading cards in self-service machines in Panama
Card Vault PTY is an independent retailer building self-service machines for sealed trading cards in Panama. The first pilot is in development at Market Plaza, Costa Verde.
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