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#182/132
Special Illustration Rare

Mega Kangaskhan ex

#182/132 · from Mega Evolution · released September 26, 2025
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Quick take

  • Features both parent and baby Kangaskhan in Mega form
  • Special Illustration Rare with full artwork treatment
  • Competitive notoriety from Parental Bond dominance
  • Unique parent-child battle dynamic

Collector's readWhat it means for your master set

Set position
8 of 310
Among the higher-value cards in the set
Demand vs rarity Est.
1×
In line with its rarity · others at this rarity sell for about $54.76
Cost to complete
≈4%
of the ~$1521 to finish Mega Evolution
Completion difficulty Est.
Hard
A pricey pickup for set completers
Where it sits in the price lifecycle
Release Hype
Post-Release Correction
Stable / Reprint Risk
End-of-Print Spike
Out-of-Print Maturation
Buy timingMega Evolution is still in print, so prices can soften if it gets reprinted. No rush unless you spot a good deal.
Still in print · pricing trending down · estimated

Set landscapeWhere this card sits in Mega Evolution

fewermore cards
Common
67
67
Uncommon
42
1
43
Rare
12
12
Double Rare
9
1
10
Ultra Rare
2
12
7
1
22
Illustration Rare
14
5
3
22
Special Illustration Rare
3
4
3
10
Mega Hyper Rare
2
2
all
121
11
28
12
7
4
5
188
0.5
1
5
15
50
150
150+
Columns = resale price up to $X (log) · shade = cards in cell (log) · right & bottom = totals · white ring = this card

VariantsCard variants

Holofoil 182/132 · $53.55 — the only variant this card was printed in (no reverse holo or special pattern), so a master set needs just this one copy.

Mega Kangaskhan ex Special Illustration Rare from the Mega Evolution set features the Parent Pokemon and its baby ready to battle together. Mega Kangaskhan was infamous in competitive Pokemon for Parental Bond, which let both parent and child attack. That competitive dominance gave it a reputation that translates to collector interest.

The storyMother and Child, Battle Ready

Mega Kangaskhan changed how people thought about the Pokemon. The baby jumped out of the pouch. Both attacked together. Parental Bond made it so powerful it dominated competitive formats.

“Features both parent and baby Kangaskhan in Mega form”

That competitive notoriety creates collector interest. People remember Mega Kangaskhan from VGC. The mother-child dynamic is unique among Pokemon designs. The SIR treatment captures both in action.

In the Mega Evolution set, Kangaskhan represents the Normal-type. Not as flashy as Dragons or starters, but with a story that competitive players remember.

By the numbersMarket analysis

Price context

Lower-mid tier among Mega Evolution SIRs. Normal-type without legendary or starter status. Competitive history provides some collector interest beyond typical demand.

Price trend

Following Mega Evolution set patterns. The competitive reputation adds a layer of interest. Should stabilise at its expected position.

Investment outlook

Kangaskhan has niche appeal. The competitive history adds collector interest. Solid fundamentals for those who remember the Parental Bond era.

Demand drivers
Competitive history creates nostalgia for VGC playersUnique mother-child design conceptNormal-type collector representationGen I nostalgia for original Kangaskhan fansThe Parental Bond era is remembered
Graded premium

PSA 10 copies command premiums at this tier. Modern print quality is generally consistent. Check centering before grading.

Approx. pull rate

SIRs in Mega Evolution sets have low pull rates. Getting this specific card requires luck or direct purchase.

Rarity context

Same rarity tier as other Mega Evolution SIRs. Price reflects Normal-type, non-legendary status. Competitive history adds some interest.

ArtworkWhy the art matters

Card artwork
Artist · Unknown

Artist information pending verification from card database updates.

The artwork

Mega Kangaskhan with the baby out of the pouch, both ready to fight. The mother's protective stance is evident. The baby looks eager. The SIR treatment shows both Pokemon clearly in the full illustration.

Technical details

Special Illustration Rare with textured holofoil. The Normal-type's brown coloring interacts with the foil. Premium production quality throughout.

What makes it special

You don't just see Kangaskhan. You see the pair. The baby that made Parental Bond work. It's the only Mega where the design fundamentally changes the battle dynamic by adding a second attacker.

BackgroundAbout Mega Kangaskhan ex

Kangaskhan appeared in Generation I with Red and Blue (1996). Always depicted with a baby in its pouch. The baby cannot be obtained separately. Mega Kangaskhan (2013) finally let the baby participate in battle through Parental Bond ability, which was so strong it saw widespread bans.

Why fans love it
  • ›Unique parent-child design since Gen I
  • ›Mega form's Parental Bond dominated VGC
  • ›The baby finally fighting was a memorable moment
  • ›Normal-type representation with character
  • ›Competitive notoriety creates lasting memory
Notable appearances
  • ›Original 151 Pokemon
  • ›Mega Evolution was competitively dominant
  • ›Featured in early Pokemon games and anime
  • ›VGC 2014-2015 metagame staple
Competitive relevance

Mega Kangaskhan with Parental Bond was so strong it shaped entire formats. Fake Out into double Power-Up Punch. The baby attacking twice. Collectors who played VGC remember it well.

Own it wellCollector guide

Condition notes

Both parent and baby should be clearly rendered. Check centering on both axes. The brown tones should be consistent.

Grading recommendation

Value supports grading for clean copies at this tier. Verify centering before submitting. The dual-character artwork benefits from protected display. Read the grading guide →

Storage advice

Sleeve immediately in perfect fit. Use rigid protection. Standard storage considerations apply. See the storage guide →

Buying advice

TCGPlayer and eBay have listings. May be accessible compared to top-tier options. VGC players specifically might seek this. See the singles buying guide →

Authentication tips

At this price point, standard authentication awareness applies. Authentic cards have proper texture and foil patterns.

Protect your card

High Chase Score — protect and consider grading. · Amazon affiliate links · Storage guide
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Word on the streetCommunity sentiment

Reception

VGC veterans appreciate this card. The Parental Bond era is discussed nostalgically. Part of competitive history remembrance.

Notable sales
  • ›Competitive history creates some additional interest
  • ›Part of Mega Evolution Normal-type representation
Social buzz

Featured in Mega Evolution set content. Parental Bond memories surface in discussions. The mother-child design gets appreciation.

Good to knowFrequently asked questions

Parental Bond ability let both parent and baby attack. Every move hit twice. This doubled damage output and made setup moves like Power-Up Punch extremely effective. It dominated VGC formats.
No. In the games, the baby is always part of Kangaskhan. It's never been available as a separate Pokemon. Mega Kangaskhan is the only time the baby actively participates in battle.
For VGC players who remember the Parental Bond era, yes. It represents a memorable metagame moment. That adds collector interest beyond just the Pokemon's inherent appeal.
For clean copies with good centering, grading makes sense. The value supports it at this tier. PSA 10 copies will command premiums.

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Game data
Type
Pokémon
Element
Colorless
Stage
Basic
HP
300
Rarity
Special Illustration Rare
AbilityRun Errand
Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is in the Active Spot, you may use this Ability. Draw 2 cards. You can't use more than 1 Run Errand Ability each turn.
CCCRapid-Fire Combo
200+
Flip a coin until you get tails. This attack does 50 more damage for each heads.
Weakness
FFightingx2
Resistance
None
Retreat
CCC

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