Dark Muk 16 / 109 Pokemon Card from Team Rocket Returns Set

Dark Muk — Team Rocket Returns 16/109 Pokémon TCG card

Dark Muk is a Stage 1 Pokémon card from the Team Rocket Returns set, part of the EX series. It has 80 HP and is classified as both Grass and Darkness type.…

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About the Dark Muk Pokémon Card

Dark Muk is a Grass/Darkness-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Team Rocket Returns set, part of the EX series. It carries the collector number 16/109 and is classified as Rare. The Team Rocket Returns set was released on November 1, 2004.

Dark Muk Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Dark Muk

Card number: 16/109

Set: Team Rocket Returns

Series: EX

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Stage 1

Type: Grass/Darkness

HP: 80

Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita

Release date: November 1, 2004

National Pokédex number: 89

Why Collect the Dark Muk Pokémon Card?

Dark Muk is a solid addition to the Team Rocket Returns set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Dark Muk Pokémon Card

Dark Muk was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita.

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

Market Price and Value of the Dark Muk Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Dark Muk is about $48.62. Recent listings range from roughly $54.99 (low) to $610 (high), with a mid-point near $55.99. 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 Team Rocket Returns set has a median card value near $57.60 and an average near

46, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +60% over the last 7 days and +67% 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 Team Rocket Returns set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Dark Muk Pokémon Card

Whether Dark Muk 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.

How Rare Is the Dark Muk Pokémon Card?

Rare cards like Dark Muk are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Other Printings of Dark Muk

Dark Muk appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Team Rocket 41 (around $4.38).

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 Dark Muk Pokémon Card

The Dark Muk pokémon card is a Rare card from the Team Rocket Returns set (EX series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Team Rocket Returns set. Its current aggregated market price is about $48.62; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Dark Muk card from?

Dark Muk is from the Team Rocket Returns set (EX series), numbered 16/109 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Dark Muk card?

Dark Muk is classified as Rare.

How much is the Dark Muk 16/109 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $48.62, within a recent range of roughly $54.99 to $610. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Dark Muk card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

How rare is the Dark Muk card?

Rare cards like Dark Muk are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Team Rocket Returns set released?

The Team Rocket Returns set was released on November 1, 2004.

Are there other printings of Dark Muk?

Yes. Dark Muk appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.