I only have 6 balls right now the first I got was THE one I wanted, pastel, a few months ago I got a mojo. Now I don't love my pastel any less but I play with my mojo alot more because I like his pattern. Basically what I am trying to say with this rambling is I think you should go for the snake you like the most. I would go with the suggestion of going to a show find a breeder you like (important) and make your choice from there on what is visually appealing to you. If you like the breeder and love the snake it should make the experience easier. Have fun and enjoy your slithering pal when you make up your mind.

Mike