Frequently Asked Questions

wHO IS ALLENDORF CO & TCG?

🚀 Launched @allendorfcotcg – June 24, 2023
✨ On Every Saturday & Sunday!

🚀 Launched @allendorfcotcgs – May 26, 2024
✨ Join us every Saturday & Sunday!

📍 Follow us on Instagram & Discord
🌟 Star Wars, Pokémon, and Lorcana
💥 Buy, Sell, Trade

Who is michael allendorf?

"I'm a businessman with a deep passion for community, always looking for ways to give back whenever possible. I believe relationships are the foundation of everything. We're all about fostering human connections and love sharing our knowledge to help others whenever we can.”

Who is your favorite character?

“Kylo Ren is such an interesting character—his journey from a conflicted villain to someone seeking redemption is really compelling. My very first Topps Superfractor 1/1 was of Kylo Ren, shout out to Collectabees, from High Tek.”

Favorite thing about streaming?

“The sense of community really is one of the best parts of streaming on platforms like Whatnot. It's so rewarding to be able to connect with others who share the same passion for card collecting. Plus, building those relationships and sharing great content and inventory makes it even more special. It must feel great to see people enjoying the cards and the experience you've created together.”

Favorite thing about conventions?

“Vending at conventions is so exciting, especially when you're surrounded by others who share your passion for Star Wars, Lorcana, and Pokémon. It's like a treasure hunt, finding unique and rare items to share with the community. Plus, being able to help people find their "grails" through selling and trading must feel really special. There's something unique about those moments when someone gets their hands on a card or item they've been after for ages.”

what’s a fun fact about you, others wouldn’t know?

“A fun fact: I had the opportunity to appear in the movie Mega Shark vs. Giant Octopus, thanks to my marketing skills as a former manager at Hollywood Video—before they unfortunately closed all their locations.”

wHO IS ALLENDORF CO & TCGS?

🚀 Launched @allendorfcotcgs – May 26, 2024
✨ On Every Saturday & Sunday!

🚀 Launched @allendorfcotcg – June 24, 2023
✨ On Every Saturday & Sunday!

📍 Follow us on Instagram & Discord
🌟 Lorcana, Star Wars, and Pokémon
💥 Buy, Sell, Trade

Who is thomas pontarelli?

“I am a seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience in the logistics and supply chain industry, deeply rooted in family values. Beyond my career, I am passionate about diverse hobbies and enjoy connecting with like-minded individuals. Building new friendships and cultivating meaningful relationships is something I genuinely value.”

Who is your favorite pokemon?

“Growlithe is hands down my favorite Pokémon. As a lifelong dog lover who's always had a furry companion, Growlithe feels like the perfect partner. If the Pokémon world were real, I couldn’t imagine a better buddy to have by my side. And let’s be honest, who wouldn’t want a loyal, fire-starting friend?”

Favorite thing about streaming?

“Building friendships and forming bonds with the community is truly rewarding. Ripping packs has been a passion of mine since childhood, but the experience becomes even more thrilling when I can share it with an audience—especially when I pull that one card someone has been dreaming of.”

Favorite thing about conventions?

“What I love most about vending at conventions is connecting with people who share the same hobbies and interests. There’s nothing quite like seeing their excitement when you help them find that one card they’ve been searching for. I also enjoy the thrill of hunting for the cards I need to complete the master sets I’m working on—it’s a highlight every time!”

what’s a fun fact about you, others wouldn’t know?

“Here’s a fun fact about me: Alongside my passion for collecting Pokémon cards, I’m also a huge retro video game enthusiast! Over the years, I’ve built a collection that includes nearly every video game console released since the Magnavox Odyssey in 1972, along with hundreds of games spanning various systems.”