Yes, Japanese Pokmon cards grade better than English cards on average due to stronger centering, cleaner edges, and more consistent surface quality
Historically, sets have remained in standard for 12-18 months after EN release
In a deck that only wants lands that make Green mana (Elves), the opportunity cost of including Turntimber, Serpentine Wood is extremely low
Kuja, Genome Sorcerer The list takes us to Final Fantasy IX, as an antagonist Kuja brings Rakdos burn-spellslinger to the battlefield
The other contest-winning cards are also lost, although if they resurface, we expect them to reach similar prices as this lone Pokemon Snap Magikarp
But overall, investing in a complete set of Ashs Pikachu cards could prove profitable