2025 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Destined Rivals Special Illustration Rare Team Rocket's Mewtwo Ex #231 PSA 8

This 2025 Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Destined Rivals Special Illustration Rare Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex #231/182 graded PSA 8 brings one of the most iconic Pokemon under Team Rocket's control in a sought-after Special Illustration Rare form. The card showcases premium alternate artwork of Mewtwo, numbered 231 in the Destined Rivals set, and has been professionally authenticated and graded Near Mint-Mint by PSA. Collectors value this card for its striking illustration, the popularity of Mewtwo as one of the strongest Legendary Pokemon, and the Team Rocket theme that connects to classic Pokemon lore.

Highlights

• Grade: PSA 8 (Near Mint-Mint) with minimal wear, preserving vibrant colors and sharp details
• Special Illustration Rare: Premium rarity tier featuring unique alternate artwork of Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex
• Card Number: 231/182, a secret rare number from the Destined Rivals expansion
• Character: Mewtwo ex, one of the most powerful and collectible Legendary Pokemon
• Set: 2025 Scarlet and Violet Destined Rivals, a modern expansion with competitive gameplay cards

Card details

• Year: 2025
• Brand / set: Pokemon Scarlet and Violet Destined Rivals
• Player / character: Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex
• Card number: 231/182
• Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
• Grading company: PSA
• Grade: 8 (Near Mint-Mint)

Questions

What does PSA 8 mean for this card's condition?
PSA 8 (Near Mint-Mint) indicates the card has only minor flaws such as slight corner or edge wear or minor printing imperfections, while retaining vibrant colors and overall excellent presentation.

What makes this a Special Illustration Rare?
Special Illustration Rare is a premium rarity tier in modern Pokemon sets that features unique, full-scene alternate artwork rather than standard card illustrations, making these cards highly collectible.

Is this card playable in the Pokemon TCG?
Yes, Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex is a playable Pokemon ex card from the Destined Rivals set, legal in Standard format tournaments where the set is allowed.

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