Delibird Dreams & Mega Symphonia Screams | Special Conditions 191

In this episode of Special Conditions, Adam and Justin cover a packed week in the Pokémon TCG. We dig into the new Play! Pokémon app — what works, what’s missing, and how it could evolve. We also explore Pokémon TCG Pocket, the latest Play! Series 7 packs, and the incredible Mega Symphonia set, which might feature some of the best artwork we’ve seen yet.

Justin shares his experience performing with the 501st at a Weird Al concert, Adam talks about building decks around the newly hyped cards, and together we look ahead to Worlds 2025 with predictions on the meta and the must-watch matchups. Plus, a few grading reveals, recent card finds, and a closer look at the state of the Japanese market.

⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Intro & Patreon shoutout

02:00 – Weird Al concert + 501st backstage story

06:30 – Play! Pokémon App first impressions & frustrations

18:00 – Pokémon TCG Pocket updates (and Delibird hunt!)

21:30 – Plagiarized Ho-Oh card scandal

26:30 – Building decks in TCG Live & the N’s PP Up saga

33:00 – Mega Symphonia set reveal & jaw-dropping artwork

40:00 – Graded card reveals & Dragonite/Kingdra results

44:30 – Collectible finds in Maine

47:00 – Play! Pokémon Series 7 packs preview

49:30 – Worlds hype & travel talk

51:30 – Streaming vs. playing live cards

52:30 – Worlds merch + meta predictions

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Trapped In A Pokéball

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Outro Music

Kanto Trainer Battle

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Hosts

Adam Tuttle

Justin Keller

Executive Producer

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