Pikachu (Master Ball pattern) is the kind of card that instantly explains why collectors chase graded singles: it’s not just a playable piece, it’s a preserved snapshot of a specific moment in the hobby. This example is the 2025 printing from CBB1C, identified as 0705/09, and presented in Chinese. Even before you read the text box, the composition pulls you in—strong focal point, confident linework, and finishing that shifts subtly as you tilt the slab.

From a display standpoint, this card photographs beautifully: saturated color without muddiness, crisp border definition, and a layout that feels balanced in a graded frame. Collectors who curate by theme will appreciate how naturally it fits into a character wall, while set builders will recognize it as a high-impact slot that elevates the run.

Within CBB1C, cards like this often become the “talking pieces” in a collection—the ones you pull forward when someone asks what you’re into. They’re ideal for collectors who prefer a tight, premium selection over bulk storage, because each slab carries its own story: set identity, numbering, language variant, and a documented condition tier. That combination makes it easy to catalog, display, insure, and, if needed, resell with confidence.

The Chinese edition adds collector appeal through distinct typography and regional formatting, and grading preserves those nuances long-term.

Rarity matters, and this copy carries Master Ball Mirror / special print status. That designation gives it the right mix of chase appeal and recognizability: scarce enough to feel special, but iconic enough that non-collectors still understand what they’re looking at. For curated “best-of” cases, cards at this tier often become the anchors that define the whole display.

Condition and grading are where this offering separates itself. This card is graded 9.5 Gem Mint by RPA (slab shown). The encapsulation protects the card from handling wear, humidity, and edge contact—ideal for long-term storage or shipping. Slabbed and professionally graded, showing excellent eye appeal with only a subtle production-level note consistent with a 9.5 label. The overall impression is sharp and “fresh,” with a premium look under display lighting.

For a 9.5, that typically means the card is flirting with perfection—Collectors often ask whether a graded copy is “worth it” compared to raw. With a card like Pikachu (Master Ball pattern), grading turns a great-looking single into a documented collectible. The label locks in identity (set, number, language) and condition tier, improving organization and buyer confidence if you ever rotate pieces.

It also makes this an easy gift or trade piece—no debates, no guesswork, just a clear, consistent presentation. Protected in its holder, it’s resistant to the everyday risks that slowly degrade raw cards over time.

In a stand or display case, this slab reads like a miniature art print with provenance and protection. It’s equally at home in a personal showcase, a shop display, or a graded binder page for safe, organized viewing.

Collector Details

• Set: CBB1C (2025)
• Card / Number: Pikachu (Master Ball pattern) — 0705/09
• Language: Chinese
• Rarity: Master Ball Mirror / special print
• Grade: 9.5 Gem Mint (RPA (slab shown))
• Condition: Slabbed and professionally graded, showing excellent eye appeal with only a subtle production-level note consistent with a 9.5 label. Stored slabbed for protection and display.

Provenance note: Photos show the exact graded card offered, with a clean collector-forward presentation suitable for display or auction listings.

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