pokemon first set cards - Partner Illustration Collection This series features beloved starter Pokémon from the Johto Pokemon proxy cards first edition

The cards value reflects that perfect storm of character appeal, stunning artwork, and extreme rarity

Careful use of lighting and composition is key to this card's subtle, gorgeous appeal

While there are alternatives like Deflecting Swat or Misdirection, which can also change targets, they may not always fit the same mana cost or color requirements

The card is accompanied by a custom wooden presentation box bearing Pauls Maverick logo and a plaque that reads Pokmon / Pikachu Illustrator / PSA 10 / 1 of 1. Due to the scarcity, grand value, and pedigree of this Pikachu Illustrator, this is one of the most significant public offerings of a Pokmon card in the history of the hobby and a potentially once-in-a-lifetime sale. In an Instagram video, Paul called the auction, absolute madness. At the peak of the Pokmon craze, which began back in November 1997, CoroCoro Comic announced a contest for readers called the Pokmon Card Game Illust Artist Contest. Readers were challenged to draw their own Pokmon card, then send it into the magazine

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