Morpeko 36 / 72 Pokemon Card from Shining Fates Set

Morpeko — Shining Fates 36/72 Pokémon TCG card

Morpeko is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 80 HP. It is illustrated by artist Hideki Ishikawa and is part of the Shining Fates set from the Sword & Shield…

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About the Morpeko Pokémon Card

Morpeko is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Shining Fates set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 36/72 and is classified as Common. The Shining Fates set was released on February 19, 2021.

The card includes the flavor text: “As it eats the seeds stored up in its pocket-like pouches, this Pokémon is not just satisfying its constant hunger. It's also generating electricity.”.

Morpeko Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Morpeko

Card number: 36/72

Set: Shining Fates

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Common

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 80

Artist: Hideki Ishikawa

Release date: February 19, 2021

National Pokédex number: 877

Why Collect the Morpeko Pokémon Card?

Morpeko is most often collected as part of a complete Shining Fates 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 Morpeko Pokémon Card

Morpeko was illustrated by Hideki Ishikawa.

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

Market Price and Value of the Morpeko Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Morpeko is about $0.34. Recent listings range from roughly $0.04 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.34. 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 Shining Fates set has a median card value near $0.31 and an average near

.23, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -67% over the last 7 days and -60% 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 Shining Fates set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Morpeko Pokémon Card

Whether Morpeko 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 61 copies of this card, of which 26 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 42.6%. 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 Morpeko Pokémon Card?

As a Common card, Morpeko was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 61 copies to date.

Other Printings of Morpeko

Morpeko appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Paradox Rift 206 (around $45.35), Shining Fates Shiny Vault SV044 (around

3.40) and SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH012 (around
.41).

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 Morpeko Pokémon Card

The Morpeko pokémon card is a Common card from the Shining Fates set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Shining Fates set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.34; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Morpeko card from?

Morpeko is from the Shining Fates set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 36/72 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Morpeko card?

Morpeko is classified as Common.

How much is the Morpeko 36/72 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.34, within a recent range of roughly $0.04 to

9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Morpeko card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 61 copies so far, with about 42.6% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Morpeko?

PSA has graded 61 copies, of which 26 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 42.6%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Morpeko card?

As a Common card, Morpeko was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Shining Fates set released?

The Shining Fates set was released on February 19, 2021.

Are there other printings of Morpeko?

Yes. Morpeko appears on 19 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.