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Team Rocket Glory Prices Plummet: Top Picks for Pokémon TCG Fans

Author: Christopher May 25,2025

As we eagerly await the arrival of Destined Rivals in the US on May 30, collectors are already diving into the Japanese Glory of Team Rocket sets, seizing the moment as prices start to normalize. The initial frenzy has subsided, and the inflated prices are rapidly declining. This isn't just a typical post-release dip; it's a combination of increased stock availability and Pokébro investors moving on to other opportunities, making it a more budget-friendly time to buy individual cards rather than risking it all on overpriced sealed boxes (tempting as they may be!). Here's why opting for singles might be the savvy choice for US collectors right now.

TL;DR: Single Card Prices Are Crashing

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Glory of Team Rocket Booster Box

4 $146.99 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex - 125/098

2 $370.77 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Moltres ex - 124/098

1 $163.00 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Crobat ex - 127/098

1 $107.00 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Nidoking ex - 126/098

1 $99.00 at TCG Player

Consider the current value of Japanese booster boxes for The Glory of Team Rocket set, which are now more than double their shelf price. We haven't witnessed such overpricing since the 151 set, but there's hope on the horizon as stock shortages for Pokémon TCG worldwide seem to be easing.

Take, for instance, Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex SIR, which saw sales at the $500 mark starting April 20th, but has since plummeted to around $370.77 in recent days. That's a promising sign of market correction.

Then there's Team Rocket's Moltres ex SIR, which has dropped from around $250 to $163. While not a dramatic fall, it's still a significant $87 drop within a week. These rapid price decreases indicate that more scalpers are exiting the hobby, reducing artificial price inflation at release.

Most Affordable Team Rocket Cards

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Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex - 130/098

0 $74.27 at TCG Player

Jamming Tower - 132/098

0 $32.00 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Crobat ex - 131/098

0 $27.95 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex - 114/098

0 $38.75 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Nidoking ex - 116/098

0 $12.94 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Crobat ex - 117/098

0 $14.97 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Moltres ex - 112/098

0 $10.75 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Persian ex - 118/098

0 $12.99 at TCG Player

It's not just about the high-priced chase cards; the Super Rare ex and Hyper Rare ex variants from Glory of Team Rocket are visually stunning and often overlooked. This is great news for collectors like us.

We're not alone in recognizing their value, as evidenced by Team Rocket's Mewtwo Super Rare ex, which has increased in value by over $6 since release, now at $38.75. These cards follow the Journey Together art style, featuring full-color Pokémon with their trainer's outline in the background, making them a must-have.

Is it just a Mewtwo phenomenon? Team Rocket's Nidoking Super Rare ex has performed as expected, dropping from $26 to a stable $12.94. This card, iconic to Generation 1 fans and watchers of the original Pokémon anime, looks as menacing as Brock with a frying pan. It's a card to buy now and watch appreciate over time, as are Moltres and Crobat.

Best Team Rocket Trainer Cards

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Team Rocket's Giovanni - 129/098

0 $34.95 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Ariana - 128/098

0 $39.94 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Archer - 120/098

0 $14.99 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Ariana - 119/098

0 $18.95 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Giovanni - 121/098

0 $17.10 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Proton - 123/098

0 $15.00 at TCG Player

There's a wave of nostalgia here from Generations 1 and 2, particularly with Giovanni and Ariana. Giovanni, the iconic leader of Team Rocket whom players defeat in Kanto, and Ariana, the interim boss in Johto, evoke fond memories.

While there isn't much data on Giovanni 129/098 yet, it features Team Rocket's leadership alongside the boss himself. It's likely to maintain its value around the $17 mark, so snapping it up at a lower price is a smart move. A general rule with this set: if it's Giovanni or Mewtwo, expect to pay a premium.

Team Rocket's Ariana 128/098 boasts stunning variant artwork, with prices ranging from $17 to $18, which is justified. Though the set hasn't been out long enough to fully gauge its value, anything listed below $18 is a great deal right now.

Best Team Rocket Art Rares

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Team Rocket's Houndoom - 100/098

0 $12.49 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Raticate - 108/098

0 $7.96 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Wobbuffet - 103/098

0 $7.31 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Weezing - 105/098

0 $8.95 at TCG Player

Blaziken - 101/098

0 $9.40 at TCG Player

Kangaskhan - 110/098

0 $8.67 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Murkrow - 106/098

0 $6.96 at TCG Player

Zamazenta - 107/098

0 $4.49 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Orbeetle - 104/098

0 $2.95 at TCG Player

Clamperl - 102/098

0 $3.00 at TCG Player

Team Rocket's Spidops - 099/098

0 $2.60 at TCG Player

Regirock ex - 115/098

0 $7.15 at TCG Player

Cetitan ex - 113/098

0 $3.50 at TCG Player

Glory of Team Rocket Booster Pack

0 $3.41 at TCG Player

Some of the finest artwork in the Scarlet and Violet era can be found in illustration rares and art rares. These cards are not only affordable but also visually stunning, often overlooked gems in the TCG. If you're looking to expand your collection, increase its value, and enjoy its beauty, these are the cards to go for.

Currently, Team Rocket's Meowth 109/098 tops the list at around $19.25, down nearly $20 from its launch price. Given its iconic link to Team Rocket (where are Jesse and James in this set?), this card is still on a downward trend, making anything below $20 an excellent deal.

Surprisingly, Blaziken 101/098 is crashing despite its incredible artwork, which showcases why this Generation 3 starter is a fan favorite. These are the traits that typically lead to a card's value increasing, suggesting that now is the perfect time to buy. It's even playable, thanks to its Infernal Legs attack, which can deal 120 damage to both an active and a benched Pokémon, potentially securing two prize cards in one move. This card deserves to be worth more.

If you're still tempted to open boosters of The Glory of Team Rocket despite the prices and the five-card count of Japanese packs, go for it. However, there are incredible bargains to be found among the single cards. Keep in mind that the prices mentioned here are accurate at the time of writing, and stock levels may fluctuate due to TCG Player being a live secondary marketplace. That's part of the excitement, isn't it? If you missed the Charizard Sam's Club deal, it might be worth checking back to see if it's still available.