I guess it really depends on what you like in a pastel. Personally, when I researched pastels, I was not as much impressed with the bright yellow ones, as I was with the stunning blushing this morph has. I bought mine based on that, and also the blushing on his sire. I have never seen a normal that comes close in the blushing department. Not to mention that BLACK contrasting pattern coloration!
Honestly, a Pastel is the only morph i can afford; too many realistic monthly expenses that I will not put aside for a snake. And when they were 1500 (in the low range) they were out of my reach; heck, that's more than I paid for both of our horses put together. But I became awed by that darned blushing in this guy's pattern, not to mention the obvious brightness;difference in color from my normals; it was a perfect fit. I plan on using this guy to "earn" super pastels one day, which stun me beyond belief!