Team Rocket's Mewtwo EX 281/217 PSA 10

Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex 281/217 — Ascended Heroes SIR PSA 10

Few pairings in Pokémon carry the same history and menace as Mewtwo and Giovanni, and this Special Illustration Rare gives both of them the spotlight they deserve.

Released in the 2026 Mega Evolution—Ascended Heroes expansion, Team Rocket’s Mewtwo ex 281/217 is numbered beyond the main 217-card checklist as a Special Illustration Rare. The card is illustrated by legendary Pokémon artist Mitsuhiro Arita. 

The artwork places Giovanni calmly beneath an enormous Mewtwo, creating a scene that feels less like a battle and more like a display of control. Mewtwo’s pale body dominates the upper half of the card, while the deep blue shadows, black framing, and intense red background give the entire composition a cold, cinematic presence. Arita’s restrained layout makes both characters feel powerful without overcrowding the card.

Graded PSA 10 Gem Mint, this copy represents PSA’s highest grade and makes a serious centerpiece for collectors of Mewtwo, Giovanni, Team Rocket, Mitsuhiro Arita artwork, Ascended Heroes, or modern Special Illustration Rares.

You will receive the exact PSA-graded slab shown in the listing photos. Please review the images for the certification number, centering, texture, and overall slab presentation.