Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex from the Destined Rivals set is a striking Special Illustration Rare. It carries a robust 280 HP, the unique Ability Power Saver, and the powerful attack Erasure Ball. This card is numbered 231 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Psychic
• Stage: Basic, ex
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Regulation Mark: I
• Rules: Pokémon ex rule applies (opponent takes 2 Prize cards if knocked out)
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Key Printings

This exact printing appears in the Scarlet & Violet series set Destined Rivals with the card number 231. It is classified as a Special Illustration Rare, making it a visually distinctive and collectible card within the set.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code sv10-231 and the specific illustrator credit to Iwamoto05. The card is also referenced in market queries as “Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex Destined Rivals 231.”

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The Pokémon ex rule applies, meaning if this Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Its Power Saver ability requires having 4 or more Team Rocket’s Pokémon in play to attack, adding a strategic layer to deck building.

Care & Storage Tips

Because it’s a Special Illustration Rare, store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight. Avoid moisture and extreme temperatures. For long-term protection, use a top loader or a binder with rigid pages.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Destined Rivals (sv10): Introduces Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex as a high HP, powerful Psychic-type Basic Pokémon ex with a unique ability and a strong attack. This set highlights the card’s strategic potential and collectible appeal through its Special Illustration Rare rarity.

This guide covers all known details about Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex from the Destined Rivals set. Release date and flavor text remain unknown.