Master Ball

by Keiji Kinebuchi illustrated 2000 Gym Challenge

$4.78 Latest known market value January 18, 2026

Uncommon

The Illustrator

Keiji Kinebuchi

Keiji Kinebuchi is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 1999 to 2018, with artwork appearing across Base, Gym, and XY-era releases. The work is marked by simple, clear compositions, playful cartoon-inflected forms, and vibrant yet often limited palettes.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The Master Ball card features a beautifully rendered Poké Ball, its smooth surface reflecting shades of purple and black. Surrounded by gentle sparkles, it captures a moment filled with promise, suggesting the thrill of capturing elusive Pokémon. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the significance of the Master Ball in a Trainer's adventures, embodying the blend of strategy and excitement that permeates the Pokémon universe.

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Catalogue plate № 116/132

Identity

PokémonPecharunt

RarityUncommon

Authorship

IllustratorKeiji Kinebuchi

SetGym Challenge

Year2000

Plate №116/132

Composition

StyleIconicSimple