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Blind boxes are everywhere, from Labubus and Sonny Angels to Pokemon card packs, and most parents have bought one at a checkout counter. The surprise format is fun, and the toys are small and harmless. But child psychologists have started comparing blind boxes to gambling, and the comparison is not loose.

The good news is that fakes are usually catchable. This guide covers the checks that work, whether you are buying cards, figures, or plush, and how to keep a collection safe from a bad deal.

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