Dark Muk
Dark Muk is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Team Rocket Returns (#16). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $48.62 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2004. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Dark Muk suits collectors working on Team Rocket Returns who need the Rare slot. Treat $48.62 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Dark Muk from Team Rocket Returns?
Dark Muk is a Pokémon card in Team Rocket Returns numbered 16. It evolves from Grimer. National Pokédex #89. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Dark Muk worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $48.62 for Dark Muk. Low and high spread runs $54.99 to $609.90. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $48.62; Normal: $7.99. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Team Rocket Returns |
|---|---|
| Number | 16 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $48.62 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €5.45 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $48.62 |
| Normal | $7.99 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Grass, Darkness |
| Evolves from | Grimer |
| Slimy Water | ColorlessColorless 10× Does 10 damage times the number of Colorless Energy in the Defending Pokémon's Retreat Cost (after applying effects to the Retreat Cost). |
| Acidic Poison | GrassColorless 10 The Defending Pokémon is now Burned and Poisoned. |
| Sticky Goo | As long as Dark Muk is your Active Pokémon, your opponent pays ColorlessColorless more to retreat his or her Active Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Psychic ×2 |
How collectible is Dark Muk?
Dark Muk is listed as Rare in Team Rocket Returns. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Dark Muk?
Catalog fields: set Team Rocket Returns, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Dark Muk (#16) is a chase-tier Rare printing in Team Rocket Returns. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Dark Muk is catalogued as Rare printing in Team Rocket Returns, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $48.62 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $48.62; Normal: $7.99).
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $48.62 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Dark Muk worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $48.62 for ungraded Dark Muk from Team Rocket Returns. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Dark Muk from?
Dark Muk is listed in Team Rocket Returns (EX) as card #16. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Dark Muk?
Our catalog lists Dark Muk as Rare in Team Rocket Returns. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Dark Muk good for collectors or players?
Dark Muk includes gameplay stats in Team Rocket Returns. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
Should I grade Dark Muk?
Grading only makes sense when Dark Muk appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $48.62, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Dark Muk?
Finish variants of Dark Muk carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $48.62; Normal: $7.99 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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