So here's probably the best fan theory on the origin of the Hidden Fun Stuff
Next section: "To determine which replacement effects apply and how they apply, check the characteristics of the permanent as it would exist on the battlefield, taking into account replacement effects that have already modified how it enters the battlefield, continuous effects from the permanent's own static abilities that would apply to it once it's on the battlefield, and continuous effects that already exist and would apply to the permanent." This is the "lookahead" referred to earlier
Graded Population Report: Pikachu #1 Visualize the distrbution of grades in the chart
This ability doesn't need you to tap, allowing you to activate it multiple times a turn, and at instant speed
After the closure of TCG Online in 2023, it was replaced with Pokmon Trading Card Game Live (PC) and Pokmon Trading Card Game Pocket (mobile) in 2024
I Skimmed the titles and didnt read the content except for the Meiji cards which only caught my eye because you missed the original 1997 Promo set