Ken SugimoriPokmons original art directorpainted this illustration in watercolor for the 1996 Red/Green promotional assets
many of these cards were handled and played with, causing tiny surface scratches, bent edges and other types of damage to the card that would devalue it
Instead of trying to complete massive Pokdex collections, or master setting a whole collection, you can focus on smaller themes like birds, fossils, insects, plants, or rocks and minerals
Imperious Oligarch 4/10 More fine filler
If you do decide to spend real money on Pok Gold, try to wait until there is an exclusive bundle available so you receive some unique items and Pok Gold, making the purchase a little more worth it
This situation doesnt come up that often though, which is why I valuable Night Whispers flexible mana cost over Sign in Bloods ability to target other players