After my time playing in the past, I have found that I have better control over myself, and I take fewer risks, whether or not that has influenced my win-loss ratio has yet to be determined
Knowing that they're cannibals and are going to feast on your flesh makes it all the more terrifying, even if it's in a very subtle way
For JPN cards specifically: BGS market share for Pokemon is smaller than PSA resale prices are typically 10-20% lower than equivalent PSA grades Turnaround times have historically been longer No domestic Japan submission option cards must ship to the US CGC (Certified Guaranty Company) The Growing Alternative CGC entered the trading card market more recently and has been gaining traction with competitive pricing and faster turnaround
Untracked packages with valuable cards are a risk not worth taking
Its about Standard, and I think sometimes we Magic players need reminding that not everything is for everyone
Collectors love the reverse holos, textured finishes, and cards that feel like tiny works of art