Morpeko VMAX 38 / 72 Pokemon Card from Shining Fates Set

Morpeko VMAX — Shining Fates 38/72 Pokémon TCG card

Morpeko VMAX is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 300 HP. It is classified as a VMAX and is part of the Shining Fates set from the Sword & Shield series. The…

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About the Morpeko VMAX Pokémon Card

Morpeko VMAX is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 300 HP from the Shining Fates set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 38/72 and is classified as Rare Holo VMAX. The Shining Fates set was released on February 19, 2021.

Morpeko VMAX Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Morpeko VMAX

Card number: 38/72

Set: Shining Fates

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Rare Holo VMAX

Subtypes: VMAX

Type: Lightning

HP: 300

Artist: PLANETA Mochizuki

Release date: February 19, 2021

National Pokédex number: 877

Why Collect the Morpeko VMAX Pokémon Card?

Morpeko VMAX 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 Shining 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 Morpeko VMAX Pokémon Card

Morpeko VMAX was illustrated by PLANETA Mochizuki.

For Rare Holo VMAX 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 Morpeko VMAX Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Morpeko VMAX is about

.80. Recent listings range from roughly
.87 (low) to
9.99 (high), with a mid-point near $3.07. 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 above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -9% over the last 7 days and -12% 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 VMAX Pokémon Card

Whether Morpeko VMAX 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 756 copies of this card, of which 563 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 74.5%. 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 VMAX Pokémon Card?

Rare Holo VMAX cards such as Morpeko VMAX are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 756 copies to date.

Other Printings of Morpeko VMAX

Morpeko VMAX appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Sword & Shield 204 (around

5.40) and Sword & Shield 80 (around $3.45).

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 VMAX Pokémon Card

The Morpeko VMAX pokémon card is a Rare Holo VMAX card from the Shining Fates set (Sword & Shield 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 .80; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Morpeko VMAX card from?

Morpeko VMAX is from the Shining Fates set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 38/72 with the Rare Holo VMAX rarity.

What rarity is the Morpeko VMAX card?

Morpeko VMAX is classified as Rare Holo VMAX.

How much is the Morpeko VMAX 38/72 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

.80, within a recent range of roughly
.87 to
9.99. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Morpeko VMAX card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 756 copies so far, with about 74.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Morpeko VMAX?

PSA has graded 756 copies, of which 563 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 74.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Morpeko VMAX card?

Rare Holo VMAX cards such as Morpeko VMAX 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 Shining Fates set released?

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

Are there other printings of Morpeko VMAX?

Yes. Morpeko VMAX appears on 2 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.