Master Ball 153 / 162 Pokemon Card from Temporal Forces Set
Master Ball is a Trainer card classified as an Item and an ACE SPEC. It is illustrated by Studio Bora Inc. and is part of the Temporal Forces set in the…
- Set: Temporal Forces
- Number: 153/162
- Rarity: ACE SPEC Rare
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About the Master Ball Trainer Card
Master Ball is a Item/ACE SPEC Trainer card from the Temporal Forces set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 153/162 and is classified as ACE SPEC Rare. The Temporal Forces set was released on March 22, 2024.
Master Ball Trainer Card Details
Card name: Master Ball
Card number: 153/162
Set: Temporal Forces
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: ACE SPEC Rare
Card type: Trainer (Item, ACE SPEC)
Artist: Studio Bora Inc.
Release date: March 22, 2024
Why Collect the Master Ball Trainer Card?
Master Ball sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Temporal Forces set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Master Ball Trainer Card
Master Ball was illustrated by Studio Bora Inc..
For ACE SPEC Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Master Ball Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Master Ball is about
For context, the Temporal Forces set has a median card value near $0.28 and an average near $6.38, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +5% over the last 7 days and +8% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Temporal Forces set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Master Ball Trainer Card
Whether Master Ball is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 794 copies of this card, of which 380 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 47.9%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Master Ball Trainer Card?
ACE SPEC Rare cards such as Master Ball are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 794 copies to date.
Other Printings of Master Ball
Master Ball appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Deoxys 88 (around $30.48), Expedition Base Set 143 (around
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Master Ball Trainer Card
The Master Ball trainer card is a ACE SPEC Rare card from the Temporal Forces set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Master Ball card from?
Master Ball is from the Temporal Forces set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 153/162 with the ACE SPEC Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Master Ball card?
Master Ball is classified as ACE SPEC Rare.
How much is the Master Ball 153/162 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
Is the Master Ball card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 794 copies so far, with about 47.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Master Ball?
PSA has graded 794 copies, of which 380 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 47.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Master Ball card?
ACE SPEC Rare cards such as Master Ball are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Temporal Forces set released?
The Temporal Forces set was released on March 22, 2024.
Are there other printings of Master Ball?
Yes. Master Ball appears on 6 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.