Pokemon Cards & MTG Limited Releases

Thank you for visiting Anime Island and for supporting our small, locally owned shop here in California. We truly appreciate every customer who walks through our doors or visits us online. Because of your support, our community continues to grow—and we want to be as transparent as possible about how we handle high‑demand trading card releases.

Why Certain Products Aren’t Available Online

Pokemon cards and Magic: The Gathering limited‑release sets are experiencing extremely high demand nationwide. As a small retailer, we receive very limited allocations from our distributors—far fewer than the number of customers who want them.

To ensure fairness and give our local community the best chance to enjoy these releases, we prioritize in‑store sales with strict per‑person limits during launch periods. Unfortunately, this means we often do not have enough inventory to list these items online.

We know this can be disappointing, and we’re genuinely sorry for any frustration this may cause. Please know that we make these decisions carefully and with our community in mind.

What We Do Offer Online

While limited‑release products may not appear online, you can still explore our current selection of trading card items here:

Stay Updated on Releases & Events

For the latest information on upcoming TCG/CCG releases, restocks, and in‑store events—including Pokemon and MTG—please check our Breaking News & Events page. We update it regularly to keep you informed.

Thank You for Supporting Local

We’re deeply grateful for your patience and understanding. Supporting a small business truly makes a difference, and we’re always working to make your experience better—both online and in store.

If you ever have questions about stock, release dates, or in‑store policies, please reach out. We’re here to help, and we appreciate you being part of our Anime Island community.