Glossary
Platform margin.
Definition
The difference between what a pack costs and its expected value: the operator's cut.
If a $50 pack has an EV of $45, the margin is $5, or 10%. Margins cover card acquisition, grading, vaulting, shipping and profit. The buyback rate adds a second margin if you sell back.
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Updated November 2026
Rip responsibly
Pulls are random and a card can be worth far less than the pack. Set a budget before you start and stick to it.
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