In a world where influencer power knows no bounds, it seems only fitting that trading cards, a pastime of yore, have been given a 21st-century makeover by Topps. They’ve pulled a rabbit out of the hat—or perhaps more fittingly, a YouTuber—by launching trading cards featuring household internet names like MrBeast and KSI. This exclusive launch aligns with the much-publicized Sidemen Charity Match 2025, uniting the spirit of philanthropy with the tactile joy of collecting… cardboard squares.
Never a dull moment in marketingland, Topps’ freshest move targets the robust fandoms of these digital moguls while promising a portion of its earnings to noble causes, namely Brightside and M7 Education. By forking over cash for these collectible curiosities, fans can indulge in their favorite pastime—unwrapping packs and searching for that elusive, shining prize—while nursing a warm, charitable afterglow.
The crown jewel of this avant-garde cardboard cavalcade is undoubtedly MrBeast’s premier trading card. For those unacquainted, MrBeast is the video czar whose snippets can rack up views faster than you can say “algorithm”. His brand is one of grandiose generosity as he dishes out luxury items like candy, often in Lambo form. The appeal of owning his first trading card is magnetic, to say the least.
Slapdash or shrewd, this frenzy has a structure—every pack ordered before April 4th, 2025, begins with a base card. While this might not send collectors jumping for joy, it serves as the gateway to rarer “chase” cards. Here, Topps has concocted a veritable kaleidoscope of covetable accents designed to dazzle while keeping collection fever alive. Some are exotic enough in nomenclature to rival the most incantatory Hogwarts spellbook page:
– Gold Foil /50: A warm, inviting shine that whispers exclusivity.
– Orange Foil /25: Vibrantly rare, as satisfying as finding the last slice of your favorite pie.
– Black Foil /10: Dark, mysterious, unparalleled; the envy of any collector cohort.
– Red Foil /5: So rare and crimson that even roses blush in its presence.
– FoilFractor /1: An invention in the realm of lustrous terminologies, created to bewilder and beguile.
Beyond the foil follies lies the stratified world of Chrome and Opal Chrome chase cards, a shimmering siren call to any completist. These are activated by the swelling tide of the print run, daring devotees to band together in collective consumption. Whether peaking at a Chrome /99 or the exalted SuperFractor 1/1, each card iteration pushes the envelope of how much enthusiasm devotees can muster for sparkly little things.
Aspiring card czars should note this: obtaining a 1/1 card featuring MrBeast or KSI isn’t merely cool—it imbues your collection with “extra drip.” Such modern lexicon has filled the annals of culture, guaranteeing that its bearer commands attention at any trading convention until the end of time—or until hologram cards become a thing.
Of course, post-April 4th, this Topps NOW offering will vanish, sealing one’s fate—whether they grasp trophies or amass yet more humble base cards destined for dusty shoe storage. The print run will reveal its gifts, plotting whether your purchase bore the seeds of future fortune or mere nostalgia.
Meanwhile, the Sidemen troupe continues their annual charade of enthusiasm and camaraderie on the soccer field. Since its inception in 2016, this televised festivity has driven successful charity campaigns while letting internet personalities cavort in athletic gear—much to the delight of viewers and spectators. And now, thanks to this trading card venture, their altruistic ambitions juxtapose a collector’s quest.
For the faithful or the fanciful, for those drawn to the luminous allure of limited editions or the scintillating sparkle of foil, the Topps Sidemen drop is the stuff of modern myth—quixotic yet captivating. Consider it a chance to hold a piece of pop culture magic while aiding a greater cause. Who knew cardboard could wield such power? Hurry, for the digital masses beckon.
