RIP & SHIP Guide 2025 – How to start, grow and dominate TCG livestreams | Aquitaz
Pokemon, One Piece, Lorcana, Magic, Dragon Ball - Swedish & EU TCG Wholesale Guide
RIP & SHIP has exploded in Sweden and Europe. TikTok Live, Instagram Live and YouTube are now filled with TCG streamers who open Pokémon, One Piece, Lorcana, Magic and Dragon Ball live in front of thousands of viewers.
This guide shows you exactly how to get started, how to grow your audience, which products sell best, and how to find the right wholesalers. Perfect for both beginners and experienced TCG sellers.
⭐ What is RIP & SHIP?
RIP & SHIP means that:
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You livestream openings of TCG products
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Customers buy packs directly in the stream
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The package is opened live and sent to the buyer.
It is today one of the most engaging sales models in TCG – the combination of hype, community and direct reactions keeps customers coming back night after night.
⭐ Why RIP & SHIP is so big right now
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TikTok Live drives huge engagement
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Viewers love live reactions, big pulls and the excitement
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Streamers build strong communities
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Combines shopping + entertainment
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Perfect for both small and large stores
⭐ How to get started with RIP & SHIP (step-by-step)
1. Choose your streaming platform
The most popular platforms in the Nordics are:
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TikTok Live
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Instagram Live
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YouTube Live
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Twitch
TikTok is today by far the largest platform for TCG streams.
2. Get the right setup
A professional RIP & SHIP setup requires:
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Mobile or camera (1080p+ is enough)
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Ring light or softbox
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Microphone
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Clean playmat
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Sleeves & toploaders
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Label printer
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Bubble mailers and cardboard boxes
👉 See Aquitaz premium sleeves & toploaders:
https://aquitaz.se/collections/sleeves-och-toploaders
⭐ Popular products for RIP & SHIP (2025)
Pokémon – all languages:
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English
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Japanese
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Korean
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Chinese
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Booster displays
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ETBs
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Premium boxes
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Special set
Japanese and Korean Pokémon are trending right now on TikTok Live.
One Piece TCG
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Booster boxes
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Double packs
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Starter decks
Disney Lorcana
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Booster displays
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Gift sets
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Find
Magic: The Gathering
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Booster sets
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Draft boosters
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Collector boosters
Dragon Ball & Weiss Schwarz
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Booster boxes
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Anniversary boxes
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Premium kits
⭐ Community activities that will make your streams explode
The biggest TCG streamers use the same types of events and setups to increase engagement:
▪ Pack battles
Several players buy packs and compete for the best pulls.
▪ Boxing battles
Larger competitions where participants open an entire box together.
▪ Giveaways
Perfect for increasing engagement and attracting new viewers.
▪ Mystery packs
Selected packs with a mix of products – always popular.
▪ Wheel picks
A wheel that chooses which pack to open – creates hype.
▪ Hit chase events
Audience favorite: e.g. “Pull altar → bonus”.
These activities make your streams dynamic, fun, and incredibly engaging.
⭐ How to get more viewers on your streams
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Stream at the same times every day
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Cut highlights and post on TikTok
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Have clear branding and clean background
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Talk the whole time – avoid dead time
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Show pulls near the camera
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Interact continuously with the chat
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Use music and an energetic atmosphere
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Have special prices exclusive to the live stream
Consistency + energy = growth.
⭐ Where to buy TCG products in volume (wholesale)
Aquitaz is one of the Nordic countries' leading TCG suppliers with:
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Pokémon (English, Japanese, Korean, Chinese)
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One Piece
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Lorcana
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Magic: The Gathering
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Dragon Ball
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White Black
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Premium sleeves & toploaders
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Fast EU deliveries
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Large warehouse in Sweden
👉 Apply as a B2B customer at Aquitaz (TCG wholesale):
https://aquitaz.se/pages/b2b-page
⭐ Frequently Asked Questions about RIP & SHIP
How much can you earn?
It varies greatly – from a few thousand per month to significantly more depending on the number of viewers, range and how often you stream.
Which Pokémon languages sell best?
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English
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Japanese
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Chinese
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Korean
Do you need a lot of start-up capital?
No. Many people start with 1–3 display cases and grow from there.
Which products are easiest to start with?
Pokémon booster displays and One Piece booster boxes are the most stable.
⭐ Conclusion – Start your RIP & SHIP journey with Aquitaz
RIP & SHIP is one of the fastest growing sales models in the Nordics.
With the right products, good setup and structured streams, you can build a strong community and recurring customer base.
Aquitaz helps you with:
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Large volumes
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Fast delivery
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Premium accessories
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The best TCG range on the market
👉 Become a B2B customer today:
https://aquitaz.se/pages/b2b-page
Disclaimer
The information in this guide is for general and informative purposes only. Aquitaz does not provide legal, tax or financial advice. For specific questions, it is recommended to contact a qualified advisor, accountant or lawyer.
