Team Rocket's Proton 227 / 182 Pokemon Card from Destined Rivals Set
Team Rocket's Proton is a Supporter Trainer card from the Destined Rivals set in the Scarlet & Violet series. The card features artwork by Naoki Saito and is…
- Set: Destined Rivals
- Number: 227/182
- Rarity: Ultra Rare
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About the Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card
Team Rocket's Proton is a Supporter Trainer card from the Destined Rivals set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 227/182 and is classified as Ultra Rare. The Destined Rivals set was released on May 30, 2025.
Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card Details
Card name: Team Rocket's Proton
Card number: 227/182
Set: Destined Rivals
Series: Scarlet & Violet
Rarity: Ultra Rare
Card type: Trainer (Supporter)
Artist: Naoki Saito
Release date: May 30, 2025
Why Collect the Team Rocket's Proton Trainer Card?
Team Rocket's Proton 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 Proton Trainer Card
Team Rocket's Proton was illustrated by Naoki Saito.
For Ultra 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 Proton Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Team Rocket's Proton is about $4.98. Recent listings range from roughly $3.60 (low) to $91.60 (high), with a mid-point near $6.00. 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 +29% over the last 7 days and +31% 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 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 536 copies of this card, of which 270 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 50.4%. 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?
Ultra Rare cards such as Team Rocket's Proton 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 (227/182) 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 536 copies 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 177 (around $0.31) and Ascended Heroes 208.
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 Ultra 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 $4.98; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Team Rocket's Proton card from?
Team Rocket's Proton is from the Destined Rivals set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 227/182 with the Ultra Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Team Rocket's Proton card?
Team Rocket's Proton is classified as Ultra Rare.
How much is the Team Rocket's Proton 227/182 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $4.98, within a recent range of roughly $3.60 to $91.60. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
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 536 copies so far, with about 50.4% 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 536 copies, of which 270 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 50.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Team Rocket's Proton card?
Ultra Rare cards such as Team Rocket's Proton 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 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.