Team Rocket's Orbeetle 198 / 182 Pokemon Card from Destined Rivals Set
Team Rocket's Orbeetle is a Stage 2 Psychic-type Pokémon with 130 HP. It is part of the Destined Rivals set from the Scarlet & Violet series, illustrated by…
Set: Destined Rivals
Number: 198/182
Rarity: Illustration Rare
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About the Team Rocket's Orbeetle Pokémon Card
Team Rocket's Orbeetle is a Psychic-type Pokémon card with 130 HP from the Destined Rivals set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 198/182 and is classified as Illustration Rare. The Destined Rivals set was released on May 30, 2025.
The card includes the flavor text: “It emits psychic energy to observe and study what's around it—and what's around it can include things over six miles away.”.
Team Rocket's Orbeetle Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Team Rocket's Orbeetle
Card number: 198/182
Set: Destined Rivals
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Illustration Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Psychic
HP: 130
Artist: HYOGONOSUKE
Release date: May 30, 2025
National Pokédex number: 826
Why Collect the Team Rocket's Orbeetle Pokémon Card?
Team Rocket's Orbeetle sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Destined Rivals set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
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 Orbeetle Pokémon Card
Team Rocket's Orbeetle was illustrated by HYOGONOSUKE.
For Illustration Rare cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Team Rocket's Orbeetle Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Team Rocket's Orbeetle is about $4.60. Recent listings range from roughly
.00 (low) to $43.10 (high), with a mid-point near $4.95. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Destined Rivals set has a median card value near $0.34 and an average near $9.30, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +6% over the last 7 days and +9% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Destined Rivals set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Team Rocket's Orbeetle Pokémon Card
Whether Team Rocket's Orbeetle 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 1,940 copies of this card, of which 545 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 28.1%. 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 Orbeetle Pokémon Card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Team Rocket's Orbeetle are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (198/182) sits above the set's printed total of 182, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 1,940 copies to date.
Other Printings of Team Rocket's Orbeetle
Team Rocket's Orbeetle appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Destined Rivals 89 (around $0.33).
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 Orbeetle Pokémon Card
The Team Rocket's Orbeetle pokémon card is a Illustration Rare card from the Destined Rivals set (Scarlet & Violet series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about $4.60; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Team Rocket's Orbeetle card from?
Team Rocket's Orbeetle is from the Destined Rivals set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 198/182 with the Illustration Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Team Rocket's Orbeetle card?
Team Rocket's Orbeetle is classified as Illustration Rare.
How much is the Team Rocket's Orbeetle 198/182 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.60, within a recent range of roughly
.00 to $43.10. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Team Rocket's Orbeetle card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 1,940 copies so far, with about 28.1% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Team Rocket's Orbeetle?
PSA has graded 1,940 copies, of which 545 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 28.1%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Team Rocket's Orbeetle card?
Illustration Rare cards such as Team Rocket's Orbeetle are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Destined Rivals set released?
The Destined Rivals set was released on May 30, 2025.
Are there other printings of Team Rocket's Orbeetle?
Yes. Team Rocket's Orbeetle appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
