Pokémon's Perfect Order expansion has arrived with a modest collection of 120 unique cards—a smaller roster that's tempered collector enthusiasm. Yet within this set lies genuine value for hunters willing to dig. Based on current market pricing from TCGPlayer and other resellers, these 10 cards represent the set's most expensive pulls.
The Deck Support That Commands Respect
Poke Pad sits firmly in the conversation despite a dramatic 37.84% price drop from its pre-release high of $44.56, now hovering around $22.19. The reason for the decline tells an important story: this card is finally getting its first mainstream reprint after being locked away in harder-to-find Ascended Hero products. For competitive players, the $22 asking price is a bargain. The Trainer card's ability to search your deck for non-Rule Box Pokémon—essentially anything that isn't a Pokémon ex or V—makes it a linchpin of current tournament strategies.
Rosa's Encouragement follows similar logic as a high-value utility card. Priced at $85.62 for Near Mint copies, it combines nostalgic appeal tied to the Black 2 and White 2 era with genuine competitive merit. The card synergizes with new Serperior variants and enables energy acceleration to Stage 2 Pokémon, making it essential rather than merely collectible. Despite highs of $174.95, approximately 96 copies have already sold, suggesting it may become more available as the set matures.
Character Rarity and Artistic Pull
Meowth dominates the chase card conversation in surprising ways. The standard Ultra Rare Meowth ex (107/088), illustrated by 5ban Graphics, commands approximately $23.13 in Near Mint condition. Yet the true star is the Special Illustration Rare version, which has already reached $170 at its highest and currently settles around $139.35. The character's lasting appeal—bolstered by its recent Gigantamax appearance in Pokémon GO—keeps demand steady even as the broader set reception remains lukewarm.
Clefairy (094/088) represents one of Perfect Order's genuine surprises. The Illustration Rare has climbed 8.55% since launch to $34.39, likely driven by Natsumi Yoshida's appealing artwork. Jacinthe, a new character debuting in Legends: Z-A, sits at $29.53 with volatile market swings ranging from $5 to $56.25. Collectors appear hesitant about lesser-known faces, preferring established franchises like Clefairy and Meowth.
The Mega Evolution Hierarchy
Three Mega Evolution ex cards occupy the set's premium tier. Mega Zygarde ex, the set's thematic centerpiece, appears in two rarities. The standard version hovers around $111.64 after settling from highs near $190, while the Mega Hyper Rare—an all-gold premium version—claims the top spot at $185.04, having reached $221.99. This represents genuinely accessible pricing for a Hyper Rare compared to equivalent cards in Ascended Heroes, suggesting slightly more forgiving pull rates.
Mega Starmie ex, an absurdist design that somehow works, has become an unexpected hit. Trading around $75.62 with aspirations toward the $150 mark, the card benefits from enthusiast embrace of the new Z-A Megas' creative direction. Mega Clefable ex, another stylistic standout with artwork by Cona Nitanda, has already begun its decline from early highs of $149.99 toward a $72.99 market price. Over 70 listings suggest further drops are likely despite the card's design quality.
Collectors hunting Perfect Order booster boxes—rather than Elite Trainer Boxes—will see the most consistent pull rates for their investment. The set's full composition includes four Mega Evolution ex, nine standard Pokémon ex, 11 Illustration Rare Pokémon, 18 Ultra Rare cards, and six Special Illustration Rare options. Whether speculating on long-term appreciation or seeking immediate competitive advantage, the market has clearly identified its most coveted pieces.
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