Team Rocket's Raticate #202

Team Rocket's Raticate is a Stage 1 card from the Destined Rivals set (card #202). It carries a rarity of Illustration Rare, placing it in the standard tier of desirability within this expansion. As a Colorless-type Pokémon, Team Rocket's Raticate brings distinct strategic advantages to TCG gameplay.

Colorless-type Pokémon offer flexibility, requiring any energy type. They serve as universal tech cards in many decks.

Team Rocket's Raticate is a Stage 1 Pokémon, evolved from a Basic form. Stage 1 Pokémon offer a significant power spike over their Basic counterparts and are crucial mid-game attackers.

With 90 HP, Team Rocket's Raticate has solid mid-tier health, offering a balance between offence and survivability.

With a market value of $7.35, Team Rocket's Raticate represents an accessible mid-range card from the Destined Rivals set. Cards in this price range are excellent candidates for grading — if you can pull a pristine copy and submit it for PSA or CGC grading, the premium on a gem mint copy could deliver solid returns.

From an investment perspective, Team Rocket's Raticate benefits from being a Illustration Rare card in the Destined Rivals expansion. Cards from popular sets with iconic Pokémon tend to appreciate 15-30% annually once the set goes out of print. Monitor price trends and consider grading valuable copies for maximum resale value.