Max-rod – Prismatic Evolutions (#116)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Max-rod (#116) is an Ace Spec Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Prismatic Evolutions released in 2025. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.60.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.60
Card Details
- Set
- Prismatic Evolutions
- Card Number
- 116
- Rarity
- ✨ Ace Spec Rare
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Max-rod from Prismatic Evolutions (Ace Spec Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2025, this card showcases quality artwork.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Max-rod 116 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prismatic Evolutions #116 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Ace Spec Rare | $0.60 |
�📦 Prismatic Evolutions Set Context
This Max-rod is part of the Prismatic Evolutions expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2025.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Max-rod card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Ace Spec Rare cards from Prismatic Evolutions are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Max-rod 116 was released in 2025 in the Prismatic Evolutions expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Set Popularity: Prismatic Evolutions is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Max-rod card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Draw support & consistency cards