How to Order Custom MTG Proxies Online (Step-by-Step, No Guesswork)

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TLDR

  • If you want to order custom MTG proxies without messing anything up, the whole process is: pick cards → add to cart → checkout → watch for your confirmation email → track it when it ships.
  • We’re print-on-demand, meaning we print after you order, then pack and ship. No dusty warehouse piles. (Also no teleportation. Sorry.)
  • When your order ships, you can track it two ways: your shipping email or our Track Order page.
  • USPS tracking is helpful, but sometimes it updates like it’s trying to be mysterious on purpose. “Pre-Shipment” is usually normal at first.

The one-sentence promise

This post helps you order custom MTG proxies from Trinket Kingdom step-by-step, so you know what happens after checkout, how shipping works, and how to read USPS tracking without doom-scrolling.

The “why is ordering proxies harder than casting a sorcery” problem

Ordering online should be easy. And it is… right up until you’re staring at your inbox wondering if “Label Created” means your package is moving or if it has achieved a higher state of being.

So here’s the clean walkthrough. No guesswork. No vague “it depends” hand-waving. Just the flow, what to expect, and what to do if USPS decides to be emotionally unavailable.

Step-by-step: How to order custom MTG proxies on Trinket Kingdom

Step 1: Decide what you’re actually ordering (so you don’t rebuy the same card three times)

Before you start clicking Add to Cart like you’re drafting with your mouse, make two quick decisions:

  • Singles vs. a full deck’s worth of cards
  • One cohesive style vs. a “my deck is an art museum” mix

If you want your deck to read clean in-game (and not make your friends pick up every card), pick a style first. If you want help choosing frames that are readable at a glance, this is worth bookmarking:

And if you’re going for that “this deck looks intentional” vibe, this guide helps:

Step 2: Build a simple checklist (your future self will thank you)

You don’t need a spreadsheet. You just need a list you can check off.

Quick checklist for ordering custom MTG proxies

  • Card names (copy/paste from your decklist is fine)
  • Quantity (especially if you’re building Commander and your brain keeps thinking “4x”)
  • Style/frame you want for each card (or at least your “default style”)
  • Tokens you need (people always forget tokens until the game starts)

This is the step that prevents the classic mistake: ordering 97 cards, then paying shipping again for the last 3 “because you forgot.”

Step 3: Find the cards you want and add them to your cart

From here, it’s straightforward:

  1. Browse/search for the cards you want.
  2. Open the product page if you want to double-check the style.
  3. Set quantity (if needed).
  4. Add to cart.

If you’re ordering a lot of cards, here’s the sanity move: open your decklist in another tab and check cards off as you add them. It’s not fancy, but it works.

Step 4: Cart check (the 30-second “no regrets” pass)

Before checkout, do a quick audit:

  • Do you have the right quantities?
  • Did you accidentally add two versions of the same card in different styles?
  • Are you missing mana rocks, lands, or the boring glue cards you always forget?

If you’re ordering custom MTG proxies to upgrade a Commander deck, the boring glue cards matter more than your 9-mana dragon. Yes, I’m also annoyed about it.

Step 5: Checkout like a normal human

At checkout:

  • Enter your shipping info carefully (typos are the #1 way to summon chaos).
  • Choose a shipping option.
  • Place the order.

Shipping rates and options are shown at checkout, based on destination and method.

Step 6: Save your order number (you’ll use it for tracking)

After checkout, you’ll get an order confirmation email. That email includes your order number, which is also what you’ll use on the tracking page.

If you made an account, your order history is also saved under My Account → Orders.

What to expect from print-on-demand

Trinket Kingdom is print-on-demand. Translation: we print your cards after you order, then pack and ship them.

What that means for you:

  • There’s a processing window before the package is handed off to the carrier.
  • During busy periods, processing can take a bit longer than usual.
  • Once it ships, tracking becomes your new hobby for a few days (we didn’t pick the hobby, USPS did).

If you want the official version with the current timing details, here it is:

Tracking your order (the easy way)

Option A: Use the Track Order page

This is the fastest, simplest method if you have your order number.

  • Go to: Track Order
  • Enter:
    • Order ID
    • Billing email used at checkout
  • Hit Track

Option B: Use your shipping confirmation email

When your order ships, you’ll receive a shipping email with tracking (when available). That’s usually the easiest “tap and go” path.

How to read USPS tracking without losing your mind

USPS tracking updates are… a system. Sometimes a good system. Sometimes a performance art piece.

Here are the statuses you’ll see most often, and what they usually mean.

Common USPS tracking statuses and what they mean

“Shipping Label Created” / “Pre-Shipment”
This usually means the label exists, but USPS hasn’t scanned the package into their network yet. This can happen while the package is still in processing, or if the first scan hasn’t happened yet.

“Accepted” / “USPS in Possession of Item”
This is the first “okay, it’s real” moment. USPS has it.

“In Transit” / “Arrived at USPS Facility” / “Departed USPS Facility”
It’s moving through sorting facilities. Updates can be frequent… or weirdly silent for a bit.

“Out for Delivery”
This is your “today’s the day” status.

“Delivered”
It says delivered. If you don’t see it, don’t panic yet. See the next section.

If tracking says “Delivered” but you don’t see your package

Do the boring stuff first (it works more often than it should):

  • Check mailbox, porch, parcel locker, side door, and any alternate delivery location.
  • Ask anyone else at your address (or your front desk/mailroom).

If it’s still missing, contact us with your order number and we’ll help you troubleshoot.

When to contact support (and what to include)

If something looks off, email support@trinketkingdom.com with:

  • Your order number
  • A quick description of the issue
  • If relevant: screenshots of tracking, and photos (for damage)

The fastest support emails are the ones that don’t start with “so… something happened” and then vanish into the fog.

Bonus: Tracking scam texts are a thing

If you get a random “USPS” text asking you to click a link to fix your address or pay a fee, don’t. Track your package directly through official tracking, and if you want USPS text updates, use their official text tracking system instead. If a text looks suspicious, report it and delete it.

Yes, the world is exhausting. No, you’re not crazy.

FAQs

How long does it take to process my order?

Because we’re print-on-demand, there’s a short processing window after you order while your cards are printed and packed. Current expectations are listed on our Shipping Policy page.

Where do I find my order number?

It’s in your order confirmation email. If you created an account, it’s also in My Account → Orders.

Why does USPS tracking say “Pre-Shipment”?

Usually it means the label exists but USPS hasn’t scanned it into their network yet. It can sit there briefly before the first scan shows up.

I typed the wrong address. Can I change it?

Contact support as soon as you notice. The earlier you catch it, the more likely it’s fixable before the package moves into shipping.

Tracking says “Delivered” but I don’t have it. What now?

Check around your delivery area and with anyone else at your address first. If it’s still missing, email support with your order number and we’ll help.