Is Mimikyu VMAX Ultra Rare? A Thorough Rarity and Value Guide

As a Pokemon collector and competitive player myself, I get asked often – just how rare and valuable are the powerful Mimikyu VMAX cards found in the Pokemon TCG?

The mysterious Mimikyu has become a fan favorite Pokemon in recent years. Its tragic backstory from the video games, hiding under a Pikachu disguise in search of affection, resonates with many fans. This popularity translates to demand for Mimikyu cards among collectors and players alike.

In this comprehensive guide, let‘s explore the rarity and value of Mimikyu VMAX so you can better understand this sought after Ultra Rare card.

Mimikyu VMAX Basics

First, some quick facts about this card:

• Name: Mimikyu VMAX
• Set: Sword & Shield – Brilliant Stars
• Card Number: 069/172
• Rarity: Ultra Rare (Highest rarity tier besides Secret Rares)

Right away from the set and number, we can tell this is an important card. Originating from the Sword & Shield era, Mimikyu VMAX has a strong competitive play value. And it‘s place well into the set order indicates a higher rarity pull.

So how tough is it really to get a Mimikyu VMAX for your collection?

Pull Rates: The Luck of Getting Mimikyu VMAX

As an Ultra Rare card, Mimikyu VMAX is quite elusive compared to more common cards. It can‘t be pulled frequently.

To quantify its pull rate:

• Each Brilliant Stars booster box contains 36 packs
• On average, you‘ll get 5 Ultra Rare cards per box
• With 172 cards in the Ultra Rare tier, your odds of hitting Mimikyu VMAX specifically are about 1 in 36 packs

That equals about 1 Mimikyu VMAX per booster box!

Compared to common cards which appear 6-7 times per box, you can see ultra rares are several times tougher to find. Even general holofoil rares only appear about 2 times per box.

Let‘s compare the pull rate to some other modern Ultra Rare hits:

As you can see, that Charizard VMAX is twice as rare as Mimikyu VMAX! And getting an Umbreon VMAX is like winning the lottery, with odds over 10 times lower.

So while not the rarest of the rare, Mimikyu VMAX is still no easy pull. Expect to open a decent amount of Brilliant Stars packs if you want get your hands on it for your collection.

Popularity Drives Value for Mimikyu Cards

Now let‘s explore why Mimikyu cards like this VMAX command such a high value…

As I mentioned earlier, the Pokemon Mimikyu has become hugely popular in recent years. Its tragic backstory resonates with many fans. Who wouldn‘t root for the underdog?

Mimikyu just wants a connection with others behind its lonesome disguise. This helps drive attachment with fans.

As the well-known saying goes:

"The most valuable cards are the ones we form an emotional bond with"

Mimikyu‘s sympathetic character translates perfectly to cardboard!

Beyond just liking the Pokemon itself, the unique ghost/fairy typing and fun battle mechanics of Mimikyu also make it a player favorite. It‘s a strong competitive option ingame and in the TCG.

Current Value of Mimikyu VMAX on the Market

Rarity and desirability directly affect the value and price of trading cards. And with Mimikyu‘s immense fan appeal, it commands a nice value on the secondary market.

Here‘s a look at recent eBay sold listings for the normal Mimikyu VMAX ultra rare:

• Lightly played copies selling for $15 – $18
• Near mint copies selling for $18 – $22
• Gem mint graded copies over $30

So excellent value for a modern ultra rare! Even heavily played copies still sell for $10+.

Now let‘s compare to the Alternate Art version of Mimikyu VMAX featuring unique artwork:

• Damaged copies around $60
• Lightly played at $120 – $140
• Near mint and gem mint over $180

Wow! Being way rarer than the normal VMAX, the demand for these alternate arts really drives up the value.

As a fellow collector, I hope to pack one of those one day! It would make a fine addition to any Mimikyu collection.

The Thrilling Chase for Mimikyu VMAX!

For me as a collector, half the fun is the thrill of the hunt. As much as I‘d love to get a Mimikyu VMAX for my personal stash, the journey to get there is equally exciting.

Here are my tips for other fans who want to get their hands on this fantastic Ultra Rare:

• Buy single cards – Probably the easiest way if you don‘t want to deal with pack luck. You can find good deals on eBay or TCGPlayer for the normal version.

• Open booster boxes – At 1 per box odds, buying a booster box provides a solid shot at pulling one for yourself. Just expect to buy multiple boxes for a shot at the Alt Art.

• Trade with fellow collectors – Leverage duplicates for trades. Widely desired cards like Charizard VSTAR make great trade bait!

No matter how you obtain it, Mimikyu VMAX is sure to be a prized card in any collection. I hope this guide helped explain why it‘s one of the top modern ultra rares in the Sword & Shield era – thanks to fantastic artwork, competitive value, and Mimikyu‘s sheer popularity.

Let me know if you have any other questions! This is Jason signing off for now. Happy collecting!