Here's The Top 10 Most Expensive Pokémon Cards in Destined Rivals
I’ve been keeping an eye on Pokémon TCG: Scarlet and Violet’s latest expansion, Destined Rivals, and things are finally starting to settle. A few weeks ago, the Destined Rivals singles market was bouncing all over the place.
Some cards were doubling in price overnight, and it was tough to tell what was hype and what would hold. Now prices feel a lot more stable.
TL;DR: The Most Expensive Destined Rivals Cards
Some have dipped. Some Destined Rivals bangers are just cruising right at market prices. It feels like we’re finally seeing what these cards are actually worth.
Here are the ten most expensive cards in the set right now. A couple of them are legit strong in decks. A few are pure collector bait. Let’s break down what I like about each one and how the price has moved now that the dust is starting to settle.
Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex – 231/182
This was the hottest card in the set for a while and it’s still holding close to market. The artwork is what does it for me. Mewtwo looks like it’s about to explode, floating in this dim lab setting with everything glowing around it.
The ability makes it tough to use unless you’re running a full Rocket build, but once it’s active, Erasure Ball gives you some serious power. Definitely still a top-tier pull even with the market calming down.
Team Rocket’s Tyranitar (Prerelease Staff)
The Tyranitar staffer has come down a lot. It peaked hard earlier in the month but now it’s below market and probably where it should be. The art is gritty and fits the vibe.
Sand Stream slowly chips at your opponent’s Basics and the main attack is just a heavy swing with some disruption. It’s not flashy but it’s steady. The Staff stamp gives it that collector value even if it’s not a major player in decks.
Cynthia’s Garchomp ex (232/182)
This card is one of the few that has stayed pretty consistent. The art is clean and dramatic with Cynthia and Garchomp in motion. Corkscrew Dive helps with card draw and Draconic Buster can swing for 260 which is a big number. I like it because it looks good in a binder and also actually fits into a solid deck. It’s not spiking but it’s holding steady which says a lot right now.
Team Rocket’s Moltres ex (229/182)
Moltres had a quick price jump and now it’s dipped just under market. Still one of the more unique cards in the set. The art is aggressive and dark and Evil Incineration can completely wipe your opponent’s Active Pokémon if you build around it right. It’s not plug and play but it’s got one of the wildest payoffs in the set. Definitely a fun card to mess around with.
Misty’s Gyarados (Prerelease Staff)
This one did a weird thing and shot up to nearly 200 before settling back around market. It’s mostly a collector card. The art is full Gen 1 throwback and Splashing Panic is a total chaos move that might hit huge or do nothing. Not something I’d bring to a tournament but if you like Misty and Gyarados this is an easy one to appreciate.
Ethan’s Ho-Oh ex (230/182)
This is one of those cards that looks better the more you stare at it. The gold tones and motion in the art are just super clean. Golden Flame lets you power up your Benched Pokémon which makes it a strong support option in Fire decks. It’s not the big finisher in most builds but it helps your board come together. Slight dip in price but still feels like a solid value.
Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex (240/182)
This one has flattened out right around market which makes sense. It’s the same card as the other Mewtwo but in Hyper Rare form. The art is simpler but the foil still pops. If you want to use the card in play without stressing about wear this is the version to grab. Feels fair at this price.
Ethan’s Typhlosion (Prerelease Staff)
Still sitting above market which makes me think collectors are holding onto it. The artwork just rules. Typhlosion looks fired up and ready to burn something down. Buddy Blast can scale up nicely if you lean into Ethan’s Adventure cards. I’ve mostly seen people stash this in binders but it’s got a place in the right deck too.
Team Rocket’s Nidoking ex (233/182)
Not much change here. Still just under market and pretty stable. I really like Nidoking ex because Poison damage gets out of hand fast. Eight damage counters per turn adds up quick and Kingly Impact gives you a big closeout move. It doesn’t get talked about much but I think this one has a lot of potential if the format shifts a bit.
Team Rocket’s Crobat ex (234/182)
Crobat has been one of the most stable cards in the set. It’s barely moved and feels like it’s right where it should be. The artwork is super slick and it plays exactly how you’d want a Crobat to play. Fast. Sneaky. A little annoying. You evolve and deal chip damage then bounce it back with its attack. It’s fun and smart and probably the card I enjoy using the most out of this top ten.
Christian Wait is a contributing freelancer for IGN covering everything collectable and deals. Christian has over 7 years of experience in the Gaming and Tech industry with bylines at Mashable and Pocket-Tactics. Christian also makes hand-painted collectibles for Saber Miniatures. Christian is also the author of “Pokemon Ultimate Unofficial Gaming Guide by GamesWarrior”. Find Christian on X @ChrisReggieWait.
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