Master Ball
Master Ball is a Uncommon Pokémon TCG printing from Gym Challenge (#116). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.32 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Master Ball suits collectors working on Gym Challenge who need the Uncommon slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Master Ball from Gym Challenge?
Master Ball is a Trainer card in Gym Challenge numbered 116. Master Ball (#116) is a promo-line printing from Gym Challenge where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Master Ball worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.32 for Master Ball. Low and high spread runs $1.99 to $38.00. Per-finish references: unlimited: $3.32; 1stEdition: $5.69. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Gym Challenge |
|---|---|
| Number | 116 |
| Rarity | Uncommon |
| TCGPlayer USD | $3.32 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €3.75 |
| unlimited | $3.32 |
| 1stEdition | $5.69 |
How collectible is Master Ball?
Master Ball is listed as Uncommon in Gym Challenge. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Master Ball?
Catalog fields: set Gym Challenge, rarity Uncommon. Illustrated by Keiji Kinebuchi. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Master Ball (#116) is a promo-line printing from Gym Challenge where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Master Ball is catalogued as Uncommon printing in Gym Challenge, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $3.32 across finishes (unlimited: $3.32; 1stEdition: $5.69).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $3.32 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Master Ball worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.32 for ungraded Master Ball from Gym Challenge. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Master Ball from?
Master Ball is listed in Gym Challenge (Gym) as card #116. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Master Ball?
Our catalog lists Master Ball as Uncommon in Gym Challenge. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Master Ball good for collectors or players?
Master Ball is primarily a collector reference in Gym Challenge. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Master Ball?
Finish variants of Master Ball carry separate market listings. unlimited: $3.32; 1stEdition: $5.69 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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