Team Rocket's Proton 208 / 217 Pokemon Card from Ascended Heroes Set

Team Rocket's Proton — Ascended Heroes 208/217 Pokémon TCG card

Team Rocket's Proton is a Supporter Trainer card from the Ascended Heroes set in the Mega Evolution series. It was illustrated by Naoki Saito and is…

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About the Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card

Team Rocket's Proton is a Supporter Trainer card from the Ascended Heroes set, part of the Mega Evolution series. It carries the collector number 208/217 and is classified as Uncommon. The Ascended Heroes set was released on January 30, 2026.

Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card Details

Card name: Team Rocket's Proton

Card number: 208/217

Set: Ascended Heroes

Series: Mega Evolution

Rarity: Uncommon

Card type: Trainer (Supporter)

Artist: Naoki Saito

Release date: January 30, 2026

Why Collect the Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card?

Team Rocket's Proton is most often collected as part of a complete Ascended Heroes set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card

Team Rocket's Proton was illustrated by Naoki Saito.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Grading the Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card

Whether Team Rocket's Proton is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.

Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.

PSA has graded 1 copy of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card?

As an Uncommon card, Team Rocket's Proton sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 1 copy to date.

Other Printings of Team Rocket's Proton

Team Rocket's Proton appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Destined Rivals 227 (around $4.98) and Destined Rivals 177 (around $0.31).

These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.

Final Thoughts on the Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card

The Team Rocket's Proton trainer card is a Uncommon card from the Ascended Heroes set (Mega Evolution series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Ascended Heroes set.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Team Rocket's Proton card from?

Team Rocket's Proton is from the Ascended Heroes set (Mega Evolution series), numbered 208/217 with the Uncommon rarity.

What rarity is the Team Rocket's Proton card?

Team Rocket's Proton is classified as Uncommon.

Is the Team Rocket's Proton card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 1 copy so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Team Rocket's Proton?

PSA has graded 1 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Team Rocket's Proton card?

As an Uncommon card, Team Rocket's Proton sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

When was the Ascended Heroes set released?

The Ascended Heroes set was released on January 30, 2026.

Are there other printings of Team Rocket's Proton?

Yes. Team Rocket's Proton appears on 2 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.