Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex #213

The Team Rocket's Mewtwo ex from the Destined Rivals set stands out as a highly collectible Ultra Rare secret card, with its value stemming from its elusive pull rate, the iconic Pokémon it features, and its distinctive gameplay mechanics. As card number 213/182, its numbering beyond the standard set count immediately identifies it as a secret rare, making it a challenging and rewarding find for collectors.

This powerful Psychic-type Basic ex Pokémon, illustrated by aky CG Works, boasts 280 HP and brings unique strategic depth to the game. Its defining feature is the Power Saver Ability, which dictates that Mewtwo ex can only attack if you have four or more Team Rocket's Pokémon in play, encouraging specific deck construction. Should these conditions be met, its Erasure Ball attack offers scalable damage, allowing players to discard up to two Energy from their Benched Pokémon for an additional 60 damage per card. As an ex Pokémon, it awards two Prize cards to an opponent upon being Knocked Out.

The card’s thematic depth is further enhanced by Mewtwo's lore as the "Genetic Pokémon," a creature created through "years of horrific gene splicing and DNA engineering experiments." This background aligns perfectly with the "Team Rocket's" designation, reinforcing its identity as a formidable, artificially created force within the Pokémon world.