Pokémon TCG: Yanmega Ex #228 PSA 10 - Destined Rivals
Yanmega ex #228/182 PSA 10 – Special Illustration Rare from Destined Rivals
For collectors and players seeking the pinnacle of modern Pokémon TCG, Yanmega ex 228/182 PSA 10 Destined Rivals is a standout choice. This is a single, professionally graded card from Scarlet & Violet SV10: Destined Rivals expansion, in the sought-after Special Illustration Rare edition – graded PSA 10 GEM MINT. The card is supplied in slab format and is in English.
About Yanmega ex #228/182 – Destined Rivals
Yanmega ex is a Stage 1 Grass-type ex Pokémon card with a massive 280 HP, evolves from Yanma and is listed as #228/182 in the set — a secret art position, making it one of the tougher chase cards in Destined Rivals. The Special Illustration Rare (SAR) rarity and the detailed artwork by Tonji Matsuno make the card especially appealing to collectors of both modern and full-art Pokémon cards.
PSA 10: Condition and slab format
This specimen is graded PSA 10 GEM MINT, which means the card has been assessed to be in absolute top condition with no visible flaws or wear. The card is encapsulated in an official PSA slab that protects and documents its condition for collectors. For an overview of similar items, see our selection of Graded cards.
Card details and gameplay mechanics
- Ability – Buzzing Boost: When Yanmega ex is moved from the Bench to the Active Spot, you may search up to 3 Basic Grass Energy from your deck and attach them directly to Yanmega ex. This provides significant energy acceleration and enables quick attacks.
- Attack – Jet Cyclone: For GGGC (3 Grass, 1 Colorless) Yanmega ex does 210 damage, after which you move 3 Energy from Yanmega ex to one of your Benched Pokémon. This allows flexible energy distribution and supports dynamic deck strategies.
- Weakness: Lightning ×2
- Resistance: Fighting -30
- Retreat Cost: 1
- Illustrator: Tonji Matsuno (Special Illustration Rare artwork)
Collector and player relevance
As a Special Illustration Rare chase card from Scarlet & Violet SV10: Destined Rivals, Yanmega ex #228/182 is both a collectible and a card with genuine play value. Buzzing Boost and Jet Cyclone make it a strong option in Grass-based decks, especially where energy acceleration and flexibility are crucial. For collectors, the slab format, SAR status and Matsuno’s artwork are key factors that increase the card’s appeal.
This product is a single, graded Pokémon card in a slab — no additional accessories included. For more English-language Pokémon cards from the same era, see our selection of Pokémon cards.
