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Welcome to the Collector’s Lounge!
This is your space for general collecting talk — anything that doesn’t fit neatly into the other forums lives here. Card show stories, hobby news, collection milestones, or random hobby thoughts — this is your spot.
We’re just getting started — so if things look a little quiet, that’s because we’re waiting on you to make this place come alive. Post your questions, show off your latest pickups, share your favorite tips, or start a conversation about what you’re collecting right now.
Quick Tips to Get the Most Out of This Forum
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Post what you love: Photos, videos, stories — we want to see it all.
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Ask questions freely: No question is too basic. We’re here to help each other learn.
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Engage with others: Reply, react, and encourage fellow collectors.
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Tag your posts well: Use clear titles so others can find (and join) the conversation.
If you have any questions, suggestions, or concerns, drop us a note at michael@thehobbi.com — we’d love to hear from you.
Welcome to The Hobbi — let’s build something awesome together.
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For easy reference…
The Hobbi Community Guidelines
Welcome to The Hobbi — where collectors belong. This is your space to learn, connect, and share the joy of collecting. To keep this community safe and fun for everyone, here are a few simple guidelines:
1. Be Kind & Respectful
We’re all here because we love collecting. Treat others how you’d want to be treated — no personal attacks, trolling, or toxic behavior. Friendly debate? Sure. Disrespect? Nope.
2. Keep It Clean & Relevant
Post in the right forum, keep things family-friendly, and avoid spam. Off-topic posts are fine in the lounge, but let’s keep most threads hobby-focused.
3. No Buying, Selling, or Trading (Except in Premium)
Buying, selling, or trading is only allowed in the Premium Members area. This paywall helps keep scammers out and protects our members while we build a full verification system. Please respect this boundary — any deals outside that space will be removed.
4. Share Knowledge, Not Scams
Scammers have no place here. If you see something shady, report it. We’ll investigate and remove bad actors quickly.
5. Protect Personal Info
Don’t post private addresses, phone numbers, or financial details. Protect your info and respect others’ privacy.
6. Constructive Contributions Only
Ask questions, share wins, teach others, or celebrate cool finds. Complaints are fine if constructive — help us keep the tone helpful and encouraging.
7. Moderation & Strikes Policy
We use a three-strike system:
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1st Strike: Friendly reminder and guidance.
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2nd Strike: Formal warning and possible temporary suspension.
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3rd Strike: Permanent ban.
Serious violations (scamming, hate speech, threats) may result in immediate removal.
8. Feedback is Welcome
This community is built for you — if you see ways we can improve, let us know. We’re collectors too, and we’re building this together.
Bottom line: Love the hobby, hate the noise. Keep this a place where collectors at every level feel at home.
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Love this! Thanks for sharing @michaelehenson!
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We going to have member discounts coming soon? I hope this community grows
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Yes, we expect to have some added soon! Glad to have you here!
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Thanks and cant wait
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Thanks! Just joined today and am figuring things out
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Id say just post and engage. Things have been pretty smooth so far since i joined and i know the owners are still growing the platform and making implements.
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I can tell this is new and would like to see it take off
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Thank you all for being here and helping us grow! Feel free to let us know if you have any feedback and be sure to tell your friends!
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will be doing.
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I’m enjoying this so far and can see a lot of potential. I’m glad I stumbled across it
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Happened upon this site but love that its a cool space dedicated to collecting and theres people that are engaging! Hoping it grows and will definately share the site when I go to a card show here in a couple weeks!
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let us know how that show goes in a couple weeks
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I will. Not going as a vender going as a buyer plus it gets us out of the house and close to our nearest chickfila lol
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oh thats cool.. hows your experiance been as a vendor? what you deal in most?
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Ive never actually been a vendor other than the occasional card to some of the guys I work with for Seattle sports teams cards since I’m stationed near Seattle
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ahh how you liking it there? and Thank you for your service.
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I dont mind it very outdoorsy and I was stuck in Georgia for 12 years prior to coming out here November of 24 so its nice to have something different
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i lived out there for 2 years. saw some areas. was a beautiful state.. didnt care for the sloshy snow but ehh.
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Can we get a way to share this site through our socials? I know we can invite through email but would love a way to invite through my youtube and instagram with a link. Id also willing to promote the site.
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Yes you absolutely can share the link. You can post the website link and it will take anyone who clicks to registration. Thank you!
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do we get credit for who joins from us sharing? wasnt sure if the email invite we have access to linked back to us inviting them?
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