Mewtwo – Detective Pikachu (#12)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Mewtwo (#12) is a Rare Ultra card from Sun & Moon - Detective Pikachu released in 2019. It showcases artwork by MPC Film and the Psyjack attack (30 damage), Choose 1 of your opponent's Active Pokémon's attacks. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn.. TCGplayer market price sits around $4.96, Cardmarket average sale is €6.08, Floor listings start near €2.20.
- TCGplayer market price: $4.96
- Cardmarket trend price: €7.12
- Recent low listing: €2.20
Card Details
- Set
- Detective Pikachu
- Card Number
- 12
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Ultra
- Illustrator
- 🎨 MPC Film
- HP
- 130
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Weaknesses
- Psychic ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Psyjack
[Psychic, Colorless]
— 30
Choose 1 of your opponent's Active Pokémon's attacks. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn. -
Break Burn
[Psychic, Psychic, Colorless]
— 130
Discard 2 Psychic Energy from this Pokémon.
💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (43.3 per energy).
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Mewtwo from Detective Pikachu (Rare Ultra) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2019, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator MPC Film.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Mewtwo 12 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Mewtwo's Psyjack deals 30 damage for Psychic + Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose 1 of your opponent's Active Pokémon's attacks. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your...
Stats Overview: 130 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Psychic ×2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detective Pikachu #12 ← Current | 130 | 2 attacks | Rare Ultra | $4.96 |
�📦 Detective Pikachu Set Context
This Mewtwo is part of the Detective Pikachu expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2019. As a Rare Ultra card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by MPC Film, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Mewtwo card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ 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
- Rare Ultra cards from Detective Pikachu are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by MPC Film resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Mewtwo 12 was released in 2019 in the Detective Pikachu expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by MPC Film. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Ultra card, this Mewtwo is among the premium chase cards from Detective Pikachu. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Detective Pikachu represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Psychic type Pokémon like Mewtwo with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Mewtwo card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Mewtwo works best in Psychic type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.