Chien-Pao ex 242 / 91 Pokemon Card from Paldean Fates Set

Chien-Pao ex — Paldean Fates 242/91 Pokémon TCG card

Chien-Pao ex is a Basic Water-type Pokémon card with 220 HP. It is part of the Paldean Fates set from the Scarlet & Violet series, illustrated by artist aky…

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About the Chien-Pao ex Pokémon Card

Chien-Pao ex is a Water-type Pokémon card with 220 HP from the Paldean Fates set, part of the Scarlet & Violet series. It carries the collector number 242/91 and is classified as Hyper Rare. The Paldean Fates set was released on January 26, 2024.

Chien-Pao ex Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Chien-Pao ex

Card number: 242/91

Set: Paldean Fates

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Rarity: Hyper Rare

Subtypes: Basic, ex

Type: Water

HP: 220

Artist: aky CG Works

Release date: January 26, 2024

National Pokédex number: 1002

Why Collect the Chien-Pao ex Pokémon Card?

Chien-Pao ex 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 Paldean Fates 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 Chien-Pao ex Pokémon Card

Chien-Pao ex was illustrated by aky CG Works.

For Hyper 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 Chien-Pao ex Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Chien-Pao ex is about

1.82. Recent listings range from roughly $7.76 (low) to $73.32 (high), with a mid-point near
1.75. 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 Paldean Fates set has a median card value near

.66 and an average near
2.14, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -19% over the last 7 days and -20% 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 Paldean Fates set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Chien-Pao ex Pokémon Card

Whether Chien-Pao ex 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 795 copies of this card, of which 227 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 28.6%. 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 Chien-Pao ex Pokémon Card?

Hyper Rare cards such as Chien-Pao ex 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 (242/91) sits above the set's printed total of 91, 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 795 copies to date.

Other Printings of Chien-Pao ex

Chien-Pao ex appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Paldea Evolved 261 (around $30.67), Paldea Evolved 274 (around $6.54) and Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos 30 (around $3.48).

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 Chien-Pao ex Pokémon Card

The Chien-Pao ex pokémon card is a Hyper Rare card from the Paldean Fates 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

1.82; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Chien-Pao ex card from?

Chien-Pao ex is from the Paldean Fates set (Scarlet & Violet series), numbered 242/91 with the Hyper Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Chien-Pao ex card?

Chien-Pao ex is classified as Hyper Rare.

How much is the Chien-Pao ex 242/91 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

1.82, within a recent range of roughly $7.76 to $73.32. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Chien-Pao ex card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 795 copies so far, with about 28.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Chien-Pao ex?

PSA has graded 795 copies, of which 227 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 28.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Chien-Pao ex card?

Hyper Rare cards such as Chien-Pao ex 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 Paldean Fates set released?

The Paldean Fates set was released on January 26, 2024.

Are there other printings of Chien-Pao ex?

Yes. Chien-Pao ex appears on 11 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.