Who's That Pokémon!? This Pokémon Card Pack Scanner Can Tell You
A new CT scanner capable of revealing the contents of unopened Pokémon card packs has been unveiled, sparking a lively debate among collectors. This article explores fan reactions and the potential impact on the Pokémon card market.
Pokémon Card Market Roiled by CT Scanner Reveal
Is Your Pokémon Guessing Skill the Next Hot Commodity?
A company, Industrial Inspection and Consulting (IIC), is offering a service to identify the Pokémon cards within unopened packs using industrial CT scanning technology. For around $70, they claim to reveal the cards' contents without opening the packs. This has generated considerable buzz and controversy within the Pokémon trading card community.IIC recently released a promotional YouTube video showcasing the scanner's capabilities. This sparked a discussion about the potential consequences for the Pokémon card market.
The market for rare Pokémon cards is booming, with some cards fetching hundreds of thousands, even millions of dollars. The intense demand, particularly for designer-signed cards, has led to unfortunate incidents, such as the reported stalking of a prominent illustrator by scalpers.
The investment potential of Pokémon cards has created a significant niche market, with many hoping to capitalize on appreciating card values.
While some see the pre-opening scan as a potential advantage, others express concern and even disgust. Comments on IIC's YouTube video reveal worries about market integrity and potential inflation. Skepticism and dissenting opinions are also present.
One humorous comment suggests that the ability to identify Pokémon from just a glimpse might become a highly valuable skill in this new landscape.