The Pokémon TCG market for Destined Rivals singles is already exploding following its May 30 release, though scoring Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex SIR or Ethan's Ho-Oh ex SIR will require more than just cracking a few packs. Instead of stressing about limited stock or paying MSRP at major retailers, here are the most valuable chase cards from this set - highlighting both the biggest price drops and surges currently happening.
Cynthia's Roserade - 184/182
5$60.94 (38% off) $37.66 at TCG Player
Team Rocket's Moltres ex - 229/182
12$401.27 (22% off) $314.69 at TCG Player
Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex - 231/182
8$523.80 at TCG Player
Team Rocket's Murkrow - 200/182
4$20.00 (15% off) $16.99 at TCG Player
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Destined Rivals stands out as one of the strongest Scarlet & Violet era sets, packed with must-have chase cards. In our preview, we pulled 18 premium hits from just 46 packs, including standard ex cards, hyper rares, SIRs, and illustration rares. While the thrill of pack openings remains, sites like TCGPlayer offer a smarter path - letting you buy singles at fair market prices instead of gambling on overpriced sealed product.
Illustration Rare Highlights
The stunning Cynthia's Roserade (184/182) captures that nostalgic 80s anime aesthetic beautifully. Meanwhile, Ethan's Typhlosion (190/182) might feature the single most powerful trainer-Pokémon artwork we've seen this generation, perfectly showcasing that special bond.
Secret Art Rare Standouts
As expected, SIRs remain the crown jewels. While Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex commands over $500, more budget-friendly options like Arven's Mabosstiff ex (235/182) at $31.28 still deliver incredible artwork.
Sealed Product Insights
TCGPlayer currently offers all sealed Destined Rivals products at competitive market prices, including the exclusive Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box at $200 - often far below big box retail pricing. With this being one of the best sets in recent memory, now's the time to buy.
Market Watch
The singles market is undergoing a healthy correction, with crypto-influenced speculation cooling and reprints increasing availability. Recent weeks have shown older XY-era cards gaining value while modern chase cards are becoming more accessible - a positive trend for collectors.
Last Week's Notable Movers:
- Salamence ex and Zekrom EX saw significant gains
- Sword & Shield era cards experienced unexpected demand
- Magikarp 203/193 and Pikachu ex 238/191 dropped ~30%
