Market outlook
Rising Outlook 7/10
The card has strong demand as one of the marquee chase cards in a modern set, and market listings indicate sustained collector interest well above typical modern card pricing. As sealed supply becomes less accessible and grading demand increases, high-grade copies are likely to remain premium.
Next months. Expect volatile but generally firm pricing, with raw copies likely stabilizing near current chase-card levels unless supply increases materially.
Long term. Over 1-3 years, raw copies may gradually soften if additional supply enters the market, but gem-mint and high-grade copies should retain strong premiums due to collector demand and grading scarcity.
History
Mewtwo is a genetically engineered Psychic-type Pokémon first introduced in the original Pokémon games and anime as a powerful clone of Mew, created through scientific experimentation. It became one of the franchise's most iconic and enduring characters because of its role as a legendary powerhouse and its recurring themes of identity, power, and rebellion. The Team Rocket-themed version ties Mewtwo to the criminal organization Team Rocket, a major antagonist group in Pokémon lore, giving the card strong narrative appeal for collectors and players.
This card was first released in English in the Pokémon TCG set Destined Rivals as card 231/182, a secret rare Special Illustration Rare (SIR) variant. Current market listings and price guides identify it as part of SV10: Destined Rivals, while Japanese sources show the related Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex appearing in the Japanese Team Rocket expansion with different rarity treatment and artwork variants.
- The card is listed as 231/182, which places it in the secret rare portion of the Destined Rivals set rather than the regular set numbering.
- It is a Team Rocket-branded Mewtwo ex, combining one of the most popular Pokémon with one of the most recognizable villain factions in the franchise.
- Market data shows strong collector demand, with TCGplayer listings far above the card's original retail value and recent price guides treating it as one of the standout chase cards in the set.
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Secret Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet — Destined Rivals
- Demand
- High
- Supply
- Low
- It is a high-rarity chase card from a modern main-set release.
- Special Illustration Rare cards are typically pulled at low rates relative to regular rares and ultra rares.
- Mewtwo has broad cross-generational appeal, which increases competition for high-grade copies.
Collector notes
Condition. Check for edge whitening, corner wear, surface scratching, print lines, centering shifts, and holofoil scuffs, especially on a high-value secret rare card. Full-art and SIR cards are often sensitive to surface defects and factory-related print issues, so a clean front surface and strong centering matter significantly for grading.
Storage. Use a fresh penny sleeve and a rigid top loader or semi-rigid holder immediately after opening. For long-term storage, keep the card in a cool, dry, low-light environment with stable humidity, and avoid repeated handling without gloves or a sleeve.
Authenticity. Verify the exact card number 231/182, the correct English text, and the standard Pokémon TCG card stock and texture for Scarlet & Violet-era secret rares. Counterfeits often show incorrect font weight, flat or dull holo effects, poor texture reproduction, off-color printing, or incorrect back coloration. Compare against known scans from reputable card databases and, for high-grade purchases, favor graded examples from established third-party graders.
Sources: pokebeach.com, limitlesstcg.com, store.401games.ca, mkkards.com, tcgplayer.com
