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You’re Never Gonna Get Rich Cracking Boxes… But That’s Not the Point

 


💀 “You’re Never Gonna Get Rich Cracking Boxes… But That’s Not the Point”

By Tibalt’s Apprentice

I cracked open a box of Phyrexia: All Will Be One the other day — one of those “just because” kind of openings. Paid around $100, pulled about $105 worth of value. So technically, I “won.”

But here’s the truth: you’re never going to get rich cracking boxes if you’re paying retail.

For me, it still made sense. I’ve got back stock from thirty years of playing Magic, and sometimes moving old product just helps clear mental (and physical) space. But I don’t want anyone thinking they can just jump into selling cards and make stacks of cash overnight. Without access to bulk or deep inventory, it’s a tough climb.

That said — if you are starting from scratch, don’t let that stop you. Every seller, creator, or player starts somewhere. And if you can’t go deep, you can go wide — learn, connect, and draw inspiration from everywhere you can.

🧠 Inspiration Is Currency

If you want to build something sustainable — whether it’s a store, a YouTube channel, or a brand — you’ve got to stay exposed to new ideas. That’s where creativity lives.

Here are a few sources that helped shape my mindset:

  • Rory Sutherland: Perspective is Everything — a reminder that logic doesn’t always win; sometimes it’s about how you frame the problem.

  • Minority Mindset — straight talk about money, mindset, and how to actually build something.

  • Nate Black — storytelling for creators done right; he breaks down what makes content stick.

  • TCG Bulk Kings — real talk about the grind behind selling cards.

  • TCGplayer Seller — great insights into market trends and how to run a shop smartly.

⚙️ When Things Start to Break — That’s a Good Sign

Here’s the second big point: when your systems start breaking down, don’t panic.

It means you’ve outgrown them. You’re leveling up.
You’ll rebuild stronger because now you’re building from experience, not theory. Every stumble is a sign you’re moving forward — even if it feels chaotic.

So, yeah. My Phyrexia: All Will Be One box didn’t make me rich. But it reminded me that this whole journey — from player to seller to creator — is about learning, adapting, and staying inspired.

That’s the real value in cracking packs.

💀 – Tibalt’s Apprentice
📦 darkritual.tcgplayerpro.com
📸 @tibalts_apprentice

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