Pokemoncollectibles aren’t always inexpensive, and the plushes released for the series are no different. However, a pair of Gigantamax plush toys releasing in Japan are likely some of the most expensive plushes produced forPokemon, ever.
Pokemon SwordandShieldintroduced Gigantamax Pokemon, who not only expand to a gigantic size but have unique appearances, as well. Gigantamax Pikachu more closely resembles his original, chubbier design, that goes back toPokemon RedandBlue’s original release, while Gigantamax Meowth stretches to the sky like alongcat meme.
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These two Pokemon are the subject of two new plushes that are slated to release in Japan in October of 2020. They’re made exclusively to-order, and fans who are interested will need to place an order by May 31st. However, there’s currently no information about a release outside of Japan. What may truly shock fans, however, is the price tag for these jumbo Pokemon: Gigantamax Pikachu is selling for $412 USD, whileGigantamax Meowthis up for sale at $309.
Though the prices are likely shocking to many, these aren’t ordinary plushes. As they’re based on Gigantamax Pokemon, the plush toys themselves are, well, gigantic. Pikachu measures at 31 inches tall, weighing nearly 10 pounds, while Meowth is a genuinely stunning 5'5" tall. Though the prices are intense, eagerPokemonfans may yet be willing to pay that price to own a limited-edition and truly massivePokemonplush.
As previously noted,Pokemonplushes haven’t always been cheap. While there have surely been countlessPokemonplush toys released for affordable prices,collaborations with Build-a-Bear, in particular, have become rather pricey after taking all accessories and outfits into account. But then, hardcore fans of thePokemonseries may have become accustomed to ridiculous prices at this point.
An extremely rarePokemoncard recently sold at auction for just shy of $200,000 USD, while an official collaboration with watchmakers RJ-Romain Jerome saw aPokemonwatch selling for $285,000.Pokemonhas also seen pricey attire set on sale, withcustomPokemonshirtsand designer collaborations launching fairly regularly for the series.
Catching ‘em all isn’t always cheap, but mega-fans of Pikachu and Meowth may be willing to pay up for the opportunity. It remains to be seen if otherGigantamax Pokemonwill get a similar mega-plush treatment.
Pokemon SwordandShieldare available now exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.
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