Base Set 2 Master Set Guide
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2000
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Base Set 2 chase cards & key targets
Charizard leads Base Set 2 at $460.39, with Blastoise ($154.64) and Venusaur ($114.79) behind it. The top three alone are 45% of the estimated master-set cost — plan these purchases first and the rest of the set follows on a normal budget.
| Rank | Card | Number | Rarity | Variant | Market Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 |  Charizard | 4/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $460.39 |
| #2 |  Blastoise | 2/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $154.64 |
| #3 |  Venusaur | 18/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $114.79 |
| #4 |  Mewtwo | 10/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $109.16 |
| #5 |  Raichu | 16/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $64.05 |
| #6 |  Alakazam | 1/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $54.82 |
| #7 |  Gyarados | 7/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $45.93 |
| #8 |  Zapdos | 20/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $40.44 |
| #9 |  Nidoking | 11/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $39.86 |
| #10 |  Pidgeot | 14/130 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $39.08 |
Acquisition Strategy
- • Monitor price trends - chase cards often fluctuate based on tournament results and influencer coverage
- • Consider condition flexibility - a LP/MP copy can save 30-50% on vintage cards
- • Check multiple marketplaces - prices vary significantly between TCGPlayer, eBay, and local stores
- • Buy during market dips - major releases and reprints often cause temporary price drops
What's in the Base Set 2 master set
The Base Set 2 master set is 130 cards: 130 base. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 130/130.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 48 | 37% |
| Uncommon | 42 | 32% |
| Rare | 20 | 15% |
| Rare Holo | 20 | 15% |
Price distribution
How card values spread across the set. Most cards are bulk under a dollar; a few chase cards hold most of the value.
Artist spotlight
The illustrators behind the most cards in this set, with their standout artwork. Tap a card for details.
Ken Sugimori
52 cards in this set
Keiji Kinebuchi
35 cards in this set
Mitsuhiro Arita
31 cards in this set
Kagemaru Himeno
12 cards in this set
Base Set 2 master set buying guide
Where to buy Base Set 2, which sealed product is worth the money, and when to pull the trigger.
Packs or singles?
Pack opening offers good value for this set
All Base Set 2 sealed products
| Product | Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Base Set 2 Booster Pack | $436.74 | Shop → |
| Base Set 2 Theme Deck - "Lightning Bug" | $235.00 | Shop → |
| Base Set 2 Theme Deck - "Hot Water" | $200.00 | Shop → |
| Base Set 2 - 2-Player CD-ROM Starter Set | $170.76 | Shop → |
| Base Set 2 Booster Box | — | Shop → |
| Base Set 2 Theme Deck - "Grass Chopper" | — | Shop → |
| Base Set 2 Theme Deck - "Psych Out" | — | Shop → |
When to buy
Singles panic-priced. Sealed carries 30–50% premium. Wait if you can.
Best window for singles. Chase cards find their floor.
Bulk dips 15–20% on reprint news. Chase cards stay steady.
Sealed and top chase cards begin appreciation cycle.
Collecting strategy
Most cards in this set are worth around $1.5 as singles. Opening packs is the fun way to build your base of commons and uncommons with a chance at lucky pulls — but chase cards are statistically unlikely from sealed product. For most master set collectors, the smart approach is packs for bulk, singles for the rest.
Mix of singles and strategic pack opening
Storage & protection
Protect your 130-card Base Set 2 master set with archival binders, perfect-fit sleeves, and top loaders for the chase cards. Plan on $150–250 for complete coverage.
Premium binders
Dragon Shield Codex · $30–50
Archival pages, side-loading pockets, acid-free. For 130 cards, plan on 8 double-sided 9-pocket pages.
Perfect-fit sleeves
Every card · $30–50 total
Prevent micro-scratches from sliding cards in and out of binder pockets. You'll need roughly 2 packs for full coverage.
Top loaders
Chase cards · $15–25/pack
Rigid protection for SIRs and grading candidates. Essential for anything over $50 raw.
Base Set 2 card list
Every card in the Base Set 2 master set. Search, filter by rarity or price, and mark off what you own as you go. Tap any card for prices and variants.
Track your collection. Mark cards owned or wanted, add condition & notes, and watch your master set progress.
| Card | Price | Collection |
|---|---|---|
Alakazam1/130 · Rare Holo | $54.82 | Holo |
Blastoise2/130 · Rare Holo | $154.64 | Holo |
Chansey3/130 · Rare Holo | $29.84 | Holo |
Charizard4/130 · Rare Holo | $415.48 | Holo |
Clefable5/130 · Rare Holo | $34.87 | Holo |
Clefairy6/130 · Rare Holo | $26.62 | Holo |
Gyarados7/130 · Rare Holo | $54.78 | Holo |
Hitmonchan8/130 · Rare Holo | $25.47 | Holo |
Magneton9/130 · Rare Holo | $26.89 | Holo |
Mewtwo10/130 · Rare Holo | $115.23 | Holo |
Nidoking11/130 · Rare Holo | $40.08 | Holo |
Nidoqueen12/130 · Rare Holo | $33.29 | Holo |
Ninetales13/130 · Rare Holo | $34.20 | Holo |
Pidgeot14/130 · Rare Holo | $39.08 | Holo |
Poliwrath15/130 · Rare Holo | $21.37 | Holo |
Raichu16/130 · Rare Holo | $64.05 | Holo |
Scyther17/130 · Rare Holo | $32.48 | Holo |
Venusaur18/130 · Rare Holo | $114.79 | Holo |
Wigglytuff19/130 · Rare Holo | $24.40 | Holo |
Zapdos20/130 · Rare Holo | $40.44 | Holo |
Beedrill21/130 · Rare | $3.23 | N |
Dragonair22/130 · Rare | $13.98 | N |
Dugtrio23/130 · Rare | $4.61 | N |
Electabuzz24/130 · Rare | $5.08 | N |
Electrode25/130 · Rare | $9.02 | N |
Kangaskhan26/130 · Rare | $4.53 | N |
Mr. Mime27/130 · Rare | $7.13 | N |
Pidgeotto28/130 · Rare | $5.04 | N |
Pinsir29/130 · Rare | $4.61 | N |
Snorlax30/130 · Rare | $30.94 | N |
Venomoth31/130 · Rare | $4.68 | N |
Victreebel32/130 · Rare | $4.91 | N |
Arcanine33/130 · Uncommon | $1.85 | N |
Butterfree34/130 · Uncommon | $2.04 | N |
Charmeleon35/130 · Uncommon | $2.18 | N |
Dewgong36/130 · Uncommon | $1.51 | N |
Dodrio37/130 · Uncommon | $3.94 | N |
Dratini38/130 · Uncommon | $2.04 | N |
Exeggutor39/130 · Uncommon | $1.14 | N |
Farfetch'd40/130 · Uncommon | $0.99 | N |
Fearow41/130 · Uncommon | $1.50 | N |
Growlithe42/130 · Uncommon | $1.62 | N |
Haunter43/130 · Uncommon | $1.46 | N |
Ivysaur44/130 · Uncommon | $7.11 | N |
Jynx45/130 · Uncommon | $1.32 | N |
Kadabra46/130 · Uncommon | $2.08 | N |
Kakuna47/130 · Uncommon | $0.98 | N |
Lickitung48/130 · Uncommon | $2.05 | N |
Machoke49/130 · Uncommon | $0.87 | N |
Magikarp50/130 · Uncommon | $1.95 | N |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Base Set 2 master set?▾
The Base Set 2 master set is 130 cards: 130 base set cards numbered 001/130 through 130/130. Track all 130 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in Base Set 2?▾
The top chase card in Base Set 2 is Charizard (Rare Holo) at $460.39. Other high-value cards include Blastoise ($154.64) and Venusaur ($114.79). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a Base Set 2 master set cost?▾
A complete Base Set 2 master set is estimated at $1,629 based on current TCGPlayer market prices. Budget collectors can start with the base set for significantly less, while premium completionists targeting graded copies should expect higher costs.
See also: Master set budgeting guide, Binder layout planner
What is the complete Base Set 2 master set card list?▾
The Base Set 2 set contains 130 base cards across 4 rarity tiers. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the Base Set 2 binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize Base Set 2 in a binder?▾
For 130 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 8 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 6 pages. Use Cardrake's visual binder planner to preview exactly how your cards will be laid out before you start sleeving.
See also: Binder layout planner, Binder organization guide
Is there a Base Set 2 master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for Base Set 2 with all 130 cards. You can track owned and missing cards, view your completion percentage, and plan your binder layout. Sign up for the Collector plan to save your progress.
See also: Binder layout planner
Is Base Set 2 worth collecting as a master set?▾
Base Set 2 has 130 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $1,629. The manageable set size makes it a good choice for newer master set collectors. With 22 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner