Why Japanese binders deserve attention: Often include exclusive promo cards Limited reprints over time Appeal to display-focused collectors Frequently discarded or damaged, reducing long-term supply Well-preserved sealed binders are surprisingly scarce years later
Cards represent an interesting niche in the collecting world
Money may grant you cool gadgets and looks, but it doesnt buy respect
As a result, due to its limited availability and the competitive nature of their distribution, this Zekrom GX promotional card has become a significant find for collectors focused on mega-rare Gen 7 cards or promotional releases tied to official tournament formats
First, whenever a creature you control dies, each opponent has to exile a creature of their own--this reminds me of a card like Grave Pact, only better because the casting cost is two Black versus three Black and exiling is better than sacrificing
Of course, there is still an opportunity for some nuance, but having dramatic differences in the grading scales used by different grading services is bad for the hobby
