A recent promotional video showcasing a CT scanner capable of identifying the contents of unopened Pokémon card packs has ignited a lively debate among collectors. Let's delve into the fan reactions and potential market implications.
Pokémon Card Pack Contents Revealed: A CT Scanner's Impact
Your Pokémon Guessing Game Just Got a Whole Lot More Valuable
Industrial Inspection and Consulting (IIC) is offering a service to identify the Pokémon cards within unopened packs using a CT scanner for approximately $70. This "crazy" service, as some fans have called it, has sparked considerable discussion on social media.
IIC's YouTube video demonstrating this technology has raised concerns about the future of the Pokémon card market. The market for rare Pokémon cards is already incredibly lucrative, with some cards fetching hundreds of thousands, even millions of dollars. The intense demand has even led to harassment of artists by scalpers.
The Pokémon card market is a significant investment niche, with many hoping to capitalize on the appreciation of valuable cards.
Reactions to IIC's service are mixed. Some collectors see potential benefits in pre-opening scans, while others express concerns about market integrity and potential inflation. Negative reactions ranged from feeling "threatened" to "disgusted." Skepticism also remains prevalent.
One humorous comment highlights the potential shift in value for a different skillset: "Finally, my 'Who's That Pokémon?' skills are going to be highly sought after!"
