Market outlook
Stable Outlook 7/10
The card has already shown early volatility, but chase-card demand and set completion demand should help stabilize prices after the initial post-release swings. Current trackers show it trading in a relatively wide band, which is typical for a new SIR. [11][14][16]
Next months. Expect continued volatility with possible minor pullbacks or bounces as new inventory hits the market and grading results filter in. [11][14]
Long term. Over 1-3 years, the card could hold or gradually strengthen if Pitch Black remains a well-regarded set and if Morpeko retains popularity, though growth will likely be more moderate than ultra-premium vintage or iconic character chases. [1][14][16]
History
Morpeko is a Pokémon from the main Pokémon video game series introduced in Generation VIII (Pokémon Sword and Shield). It is known for its Hunger Switch ability in the games and for its two-state behavior, shifting between Full Belly Mode and Hangry Mode, which has made it a recognizable character in the Pokémon franchise. This card is a Morpeko ex from the Pokémon TCG Pitch Black expansion and is part of the Darkness-type lineup in the Mega Evolution era. [1][6][8][15][17]
This Morpeko ex was first released in the English-language Pitch Black set on July 17, 2026, as card 117/084 and as a Special Illustration Rare variant. The card appears as the SIR printing in the set, while other Morpeko ex printings in Pitch Black include 055/084 and 102/084. [1][4][15][17]
- Morpeko ex appears three times in Pitch Black: a Double Rare base print, an Ultra Rare full-art print, and this Special Illustration Rare chase card. [1][6][8]
- This card is the Special Illustration Rare and is described as having a textured holo finish with edge-to-edge artwork. [1][4]
- Collector and market sources identify it as one of the top chase cards in Pitch Black, generally positioned behind the set’s biggest chase card and above many other printings in demand. [1][11][14][16]
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Ultra Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- Pitch Black
- Demand
- High
- Supply
- Medium
- It is the Special Illustration Rare version, which is typically among the hardest-to-pull cards in a modern set. [1][4]
- Only one English SIR printing is listed for this card number, making the master-set chase single-copy. [1]
- Strong collector demand is reinforced by Morpeko's popularity and the card's role as a featured chase in Pitch Black. [11][14][16]
Collector notes
Condition. Check for whitening on edges and corners, surface scratching on the textured holo, print lines, centering, and any pressure marks from handling or sleeving. Special Illustration Rares are especially sensitive to visible edge wear and surface scuffs because the art and foil treatment cover the full card face. [1][4][7]
Storage. Store the card immediately in a soft penny sleeve, then a rigid top loader or one-touch case; for long-term storage, keep it in a cool, dry environment away from direct light and humidity. Because this is a high-demand SIR, avoid repeated handling and use outer sleeves or graded protection for mint copies. [1][7][14]
Authenticity. Verify the card by checking the back-light opacity, the rosette dot pattern under magnification, font consistency, holo texture, and correct set numbering 117/084. Counterfeits of high-value modern chase cards often fail the light test or show poor texture fidelity, incorrect color balance, or sloppy edges. [7][14]
Sources: cardrake.com, chasesociety.com, youtube.com, cardcodex.com, pokescope.app
