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TRADE INS

Fair. Professional. Transparent.

Trade With Confidence

From centering and surface wear to edges and corners, every card is professionally assessed to provide fair and consistent trade-in values. We don't guess—we evaluate.

We Know Cards

Buying cards isn't just about scanning a barcode.

Every card we receive is professionally inspected for:

  • Surface scratches and print quality

  • Edge wear

  • Corner wear

  • Centering

  • Whitening

  • Creases or dents

  • Water damage

  • Ink defects

  • Authenticity

  • Current market demand

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Whether you're trading a single card, a sealed collection, or thousands of cards, every trade-in is assessed by experienced hobbyists using recognised industry standard equipment
 

We don't simply look at the market price

we carefully evaluate condition, desirability, authenticity, and current demand to ensure every offer is fair and consistent.

What We Buy
✅ Pokémon
✅ Magic: The Gathering
✅ Disney Lorcana
✅ Yu-Gi-Oh
!✅ One Piece
✅ Star Wars Unlimited
✅ Dragon Ball
 

We Also Buy

  • Entire Collections

  • Graded Cards

  • Commander Decks (Selected)

  • Miniatures (Selected)

  • Board Games (Selected)

Understanding Card Condition
 

Conditions

Mint (M)Virtually flawless with no visible wear.
 

Near Mint (NM)Excellent condition with only minimal handling.
 

Lightly Played (LP)Minor edge or surface wear.
 

Moderately Played (MP)Visible wear but fully playable.
 

Heavily Played (HP)Heavy wear including whitening or creases.
 

Damaged (D) Significant damage affecting condition.

Before You Submit

Please note:

  • Online valuations are estimates only.

  • Final offers are confirmed after an in-store inspection.

  • Prices are based on current market conditions.

  • Counterfeit or altered cards will not be accepted.

  • We reserve the right to amend any valuation following inspection.

Our Promise

At Blodband, we believe in honest and transparent trading.

We'll always:

  • Explain how we reached our valuation.

  • Highlight any condition issues that affect value.

  • Offer fair and competitive pricing.

  • Treat every collection with care and respect.

No hidden fees. No pressure. Just straightforward, professional service.

FAQs

How long will my quote take?

Most submissions are reviewed within 24–48 hours.

Is my online quote guaranteed?

No. Online valuations are estimates until the items have been inspected in person.

Do you buy bulk?

Yes. We buy everything from small bundles to complete collections.

Do You Take Donations?

Yes, We will gladly take any unwanted cards or other tabletop products. Anything donation will go straight back to the community either as FREE or help towards bettering the community.

Can I post my collection?

Yes. We buy everything from small bundles to complete collections.

Do you buy damaged cards?

Sometimes. Certain older or highly sought-after cards may still have value.

Trade-In Request Form

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What Are You Trading? Required
What Would You Like? Required
Upload File
Upload supported file (Max 15MB)

Upload Photos

Upload multiple images including:

📷 Front of valuable cards

📷 Back of valuable cards

📷 Collection overview

📷 Binder pages

Thanks for submitting!

BLODBAND STORE POLICIES
 

Respect Everyone

Treat all staff, customers, and opponents with courtesy and respect. Bullying, harassment, discrimination, intimidation, threatening behaviour, or abusive language will not be tolerated.
 

Aggression Towards Staff

Blodband operates a zero-tolerance policy towards aggression, abuse, threats, or intimidation directed at our staff, whether verbal, physical, or online.

Any customer displaying this behaviour will be asked to leave immediately. Depending on the severity of the incident, the individual may receive a temporary or permanent ban from the store without warning. Where appropriate, incidents may be reported to the police.@
 

Rght to Refuse Service & Ban Customers

Blodband reserves the right to refuse service, refuse entry, or remove any person from the premises whose behaviour negatively impacts the safety, wellbeing, or enjoyment of our staff or customers.

We also reserve the right to issue temporary or permanent bans to anyone who:

  • Behaves aggressively or abusively.

  • Harasses or intimidates staff or customers.

  • Cheats or repeatedly behaves unsportingly during events.

  • Deliberately damages store property or stock.

  • Refuses to follow store policies after being asked by a member of staff.
     

Food & Drink

Only drinks purchased in-store may be consumed on the premises (water bottles are always welcome). Please keep food away from gaming tables where possible.
 

Look After the Store

Please respect our tables, terrain, chairs, products, and facilities. Customers may be held responsible for any deliberate or negligent damage.

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Trading Cards

Trading between customers is welcome but is done entirely at your own risk. Blodband accepts no responsibility for trades made between customers.

 

Buying & Selling

Private buying and selling of cards, miniatures, or hobby items between customers is not permitted inside the store. If you wish to sell items, please speak to a member of staff.
 

Fair Play

Follow the current official rules for the game being played. During organised events, staff decisions are final.

Language!

Please keep language appropriate for a public, family-friendly environment.
 

Keep Walkways Clear

Please keep bags, boxes, and personal belongings stored safely under tables or chairs.
 

Personal Hygiene

Please maintain good personal hygiene and wear clean clothing to ensure a comfortable environment for everyone.
 

No Smoking or Vaping

Smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere inside the premises.
 

CCTV

CCTV is in operation throughout the store for the safety and security of our customers, staff, and property.
 

Pokémon Product Purchase Policy

  • Maximum 1 Elite Trainer Box per customer, per day.

  • Maximum 3 booster packs from newly released Pokémon products per customer, per day (unless otherwise stated).

  • Purchase limits may be adjusted during periods of high demand.
     

Our Community

Blodband is a welcoming community for hobbyists of all ages and experience levels. Please help us create an inclusive, friendly, and enjoyable environment for everyone.

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