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Team Rocket's Moltres ex - Destined Rivals (#229)
- Number
- 229
- Illustrator
- AKIRA EGAWA
- Energy
- Fire
Team Rocket's Moltres ex - Destined Rivals
Team Rocket's Moltres ex is a Special Illustration Rare Pokémon card from the Destined Rivals Pokémon TCG set, released 2025, illustrated by AKIRA EGAWA. It sits at card number 229 in the Destined Rivals checklist, classified as a Fire-type Pokémon with 220 HP and the Basic, ex subtypes.
In collector terms, this is a Special Illustration Rare - one of the top alternate-art chase tiers in modern Scarlet & Violet sets. The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $58.56. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.
Team Rocket's Moltres ex has been printed 3 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#229 in Destined Rivals) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 24Weak
Weak market heat, icon status, era strength.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Price references USD
Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.
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Market price history
Other printings of Team Rocket's Moltres ex
Team Rocket's Moltres ex FAQ
Pricing and details from this card's stored record.
How much is Team Rocket's Moltres ex from Destined Rivals worth?
The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $58.56. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.
How rare is Team Rocket's Moltres ex?
This printing is a Special Illustration Rare - one of the top alternate-art chase tiers in modern Scarlet & Violet sets (the card is labeled "Special Illustration Rare" on the checklist). Team Rocket's Moltres ex has been printed 3 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Team Rocket's Moltres ex?
AKIRA EGAWA illustrated this card. See AKIRA EGAWA's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Team Rocket's Moltres ex released?
The Destined Rivals set released in 2025, so this card (#229 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Team Rocket's Moltres ex?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is Team Rocket's Moltres ex legal in Standard format?
Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.