I love the pattern on him/her, but I would definitely say he/she is a normal or dinker project. Normals come in so many colors, patterns, and shades, you'd be surprised that some are "just" normals. I have a normal het pied female who I could put next to a pastel and you would think they were the same morph. Beautiful snake either way! If you are new to balls I would suggest taking it to your local herp vet and having it sexed there. If your're really brazen, you can try to teach yourself on youtube. I just wouldn't try to pop or probe the little fellow until he/she has settled in for at least a week, then after that not more than once every few days because they can become injured. Once you get the hang of it though, it will be much easier for you.