So, I’ve been on this quest, right? A quest for a shiny Mew full art card. You know, the one from the Celebrations set? It’s like, the holy grail for a collector like me. I’ve always been a huge Mew fan, and this card, man, it’s just gorgeous. So shiny, so… Mew-tiful!

I started off by checking all the usual spots. My local card shops, you know the drill. I went through all those stores to see whether there is one. Unfortunately, I got nothing useful. Then I hit up a few online forums, you know, where the real collectors hang out. I asked around, posted my “want” list, the whole nine yards. A few leads here and there, but nothing concrete. It’s like everyone was hoarding these shiny Mews!
Then, I started getting serious. I set up some alerts on a couple of websites, those that let you know when someone lists something you’re looking for. I was checking my email like a hawk, every few minutes. Drove my wife crazy, I think. But hey, a man’s gotta do what a man’s gotta do, right? And I was just so excited about this card!
I even tried my luck at a few online auctions. Oh boy, the bidding wars were intense. I got sniped a few times, lost out by just a few bucks. It was rough, let me tell you. Those snipers are ruthless. But I wasn’t giving up. I was determined to get my hands on this card. My friends all thought I am so crazy, but I kept telling myself that it would be worth it once I got it.
Then, one day, it happened. I got an email alert. Someone had listed a shiny Mew full art card, and it was a “Buy It Now” price. My heart skipped a beat. I didn’t even hesitate. I clicked that button so fast, I think I pulled a muscle. I paid for it and prayed that the seller was legit.
A few days later, a package arrived. I ripped it open like a kid on Christmas morning. And there it was, in all its glory. My shiny Mew full art card. It was even more beautiful in person. I was so freaking happy, I did a little victory dance right there in my living room. My wife just rolled her eyes, but I didn’t care. I finally got it! It felt so great! I felt like a king!
- Checked local stores
- Asked around online forums
- Set up online alerts
- Tried online auctions
- Finally bought one online
What I Did:
It was a long and tough journey, but totally worth it. Now, this beauty is sitting proudly in my collection. It’s a reminder that persistence pays off, even when you’re chasing after a little pink mythical creature on a piece of cardboard. It is now my favorite card in my collection!