The Pokball base serves as a unique and dynamic display stand while representing the card back logo
Its split second effect means it cant be countered, either, so its useful as a Trickbind effect for noncreature spells
It's also the birthplace of brothers Urza and Mishra, master artificers who discovered ancient stones of power in the Caves of Koilos
This proactive approach allows you to mitigate your decks vulnerabilities and capitalize on the current metas opportunities
No shadow Shadowless (still 1999, still valuable) Soft grey shadow Unlimited Step 3 (optional): Check the copyright text The copyright line at the bottom of the card varies by print run: 1st Edition / Shadowless: "1995, 96, 98, 99 Nintendo, Creatures, GAMEFREAK 1999 Wizards" (note the double 1999 ) Unlimited: Same copyright line, drop shadow added 1999-2000 (eighth print): "1999-2000" appears at the bottom right For Trainer and Energy cards (which never had drop shadows in any print run), the copyright text is the only reliable way to differentiate between print runs
So now we have a Murderous Compulsion in our pool, and it's time to pass the rest of the pack to the player on our left