A recent promotional video showcasing a CT scanner capable of identifying Pokémon cards within unopened packs has ignited a lively debate among Pokémon enthusiasts. The implications for the trading card market are significant, prompting a range of reactions from excitement to apprehension.
CT Scanning Unopened Pokémon Packs: A Game Changer?
The End of the Guessing Game?
Industrial Inspection and Consulting (IIC) is offering a service to determine the contents of sealed Pokémon card packs using advanced CT scanning technology. For approximately $70, collectors can bypass the thrill of the unknown and discover the cards inside before opening them.
This revelation, highlighted in IIC's YouTube video, has sparked considerable discussion within the Pokémon community. The high value of rare Pokémon cards, some fetching hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars, has created a lucrative, and sometimes controversial, market. The intense demand has even led to reported harassment of prominent card illustrators by scalpers.
The potential impact of this technology is multifaceted. While some see the pre-opening scan as a strategic advantage for investors, others express concern about its potential to disrupt the market's integrity and possibly inflate prices. The service has drawn both enthusiastic support and strong criticism.
One humorous comment on the YouTube video highlights a potential silver lining: the newfound value of Pokémon identification skills. The ability to accurately guess the contents of a pack might become a highly sought-after talent!
