There are only two ways for players to get Special Shop Tickets in Pokémon TCG Pocket. Among the game's multiple currencies, including regular Shop Tickets, Pack Hourglasses, Emblems, Poke Gold, and Shinedust, these special tickets are essential for acquiring particular items from the in-game store. However, compared to the others, these are a bit more difficult to get.

It's a bit trickier than learning to craft cards in Pokémon TCGP. Still, being able to get enough Special Shop Tickets and afford the items they can buy shows other players you mean serious business. One method is quite the grind, while the other comes at a large price.

Every Way You Can Get Special Shop Tickets

Exchanging Regular Shop Tickets

The first and most straightforward way to get Special Shop Tickets in Pokémon TCG Pocket is by spending 300 Shop Tickets. This is within the "Tickets" tab of the "Main" section. The catch is that 300 Shop Tickets take a long time to build up.

You earn Shop Tickets by completing achievements, ticking off missions, participating in events, and as thank-you gifts from other players you've played against in Versus mode. In most cases, you only earn one at a time. This means it might take you weeks to earn just one Special Shop Ticket. You'll likely unlock the Lapras ex card before you get the amount you need in this way.

Exchanging Rare Cards

The quickest way to get Special Shop Tickets in Pokémon TCG Pocket is by exchanging cards of at least One-Star rarity and a certain amount of Shinedust. You can only exchange cards you have at least three copies of, so there's no chance of accidentally getting rid of cards you need.

To do this, select the "My Cards" tab and select a One-Star or higher rarity card. Then, press "Obtain Flair." The Special Shop Token option will be the first option you see under the "Items You Can Exchange For Section".

How To Use Special Shop Tickets

Once you start earning Special Shop Tickets in Pokémon TCG Pocket, you can use them to exchange for exclusive accessories in the "Special" tab of Shop's "Main" section. These are Poké Ball-themed items called the Special Set. These include a Pokemon coin, card sleeve, playmat, backdrop, and cover.

The complete Special Set costs 64 Special Shop Tickets altogether.

With each having a Poké Ball in the middle in front of a black background with silver accents, these accessories aim to give players a first-class feeling as they play the game. No matter which of the best decks in TCGP you use, they should give every battle a feel. Just to exchange for at least One-Star rarity cards plus spending Shop Tickets in Pokémon TCG Pocket, and you'll have all the Special Shop Tickets you need.