Master Ball

Master Ball

Master Ball appears in the Japanese print of Vending Machine Series 2 (Red), released on June 17, 1998. Master Ball is a uncommon rarity. The Vending Machine Series 2 (Red) set contains 36 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by Keiji Kinebuchi.

Collector Insights

Master Ball is an Item card from the Vending Machine Series 2 (Red) set, released on June 17, 1998. Designed by artist Keiji Kinebuchi, it features a theme centered on deck interaction, allowing players to examine seven cards from the top of their deck. The card’s flavor text describes a mechanic where a player may select a Basic Pokémon or Evolution card from those seven, reveal it to their opponent, and add it to their hand before reshuffling the remaining cards. Its rarity is listed as Uncommon, and it belongs to the Vending Machine Series 2 (Red) collection. The card’s thematic color is a muted gray-blue, represented by the hex code #808c95. It does not include any attacks or health points, focusing instead on its unique gameplay effect. This card’s design reflects the series’ emphasis on utility and strategic card management.

Look at 7 cards from the top of your deck. You may choose a Basic Pokémon or Evolution card from those cards, show it your opponent, then put it into your hand. Shuffle the rest into your deck.

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