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One gamer even carved Pokemon trading cards out of wood. Nostalgic fans have been using Pokemon cards as inspiration for all sorts of game room decor. The franchise has often tried to capitalize on this nostalgia and even announced a Pokemon Trading Card Game Classic set that is essentially an updated re-release of the original cards.

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This design and setup evoke nostalgia from fans who have followed the series since the beginning. Still, as one commenter admits, this is a unique way to keep nostalgic memorabilia relevant and on display rather than collecting dust in a closet somewhere. While the community generally applauds the craftsmanship on display, the poster knew it would inevitably rub some collectors the wrong way.

The outside border is covered in Energy cards while the center is enveloped in a random assortment of cards seemingly from the first couple of Generations. This is certainly a smart idea as some of the most expensive Pokemon cards ever sold have commanded jaw-dropping amounts of money over the years. They also made sure to remove any cards of value before starting the project. The fan completed the project with their father by placing cards they've had since childhood on the top of the table and coating the surface in epoxy. Reddit user JellyfishBright4961 has shared their journey from start to finish of creating a unique Pokemon-inspired computer desk in a series of photos.

RELATED: NFL Player Retires and Makes Millions Selling Pokemon TCG Cards While many are still collecting, however, one creative fan has found another use for their cards. As streamers and YouTube personalities have taken to unboxing packs of cards on video and sharing their collecting adventures, platforms like Twitch have seen major rises in popularity in Pokemon trading card category in the past few years. While the trading cards have been around for decades, they have remained popular and perhaps even seen a bit of a resurgence in recent years. When Pokemon took the world by storm in the mid-to-late '90s, the Trading Card Game wasn't far behind as it quickly became a popular collectible and tabletop game all its own. One handy Pokemon fan has created a computer desk made of trading cards they've had since childhood. This DIY project is a creative way to display and utilize Pokemon cards, while also being a fun activity to do with a loved one.A Pokemon fan created a computer desk by placing their childhood trading cards on top and coating the surface in epoxy, making for a unique and nostalgic piece of furniture.Pokemon trading cards have seen a resurgence in popularity, especially on platforms like Twitch, where streamers unbox packs and share their collecting experiences.

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