Legendary Collection Master Set: 216 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2002
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Legendary Collection chase cards & key targets
Gengar leads Legendary Collection at $1799.99, with Pikachu ($1574.99) and Charizard ($1399.31) behind it. The top three alone are 16% 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 |  Gengar | 11/110 | Rare Holo | Reverse Holo | $1799.99 |
| #2 |  Pikachu | 86/110 | Common | Reverse Holo | $1574.99 |
| #3 |  Charizard | 3/110 | Rare Holo | Reverse Holo | $1399.31 |
| #4 |  Mewtwo | 29/110 | Rare | Reverse Holo | $1300.00 |
| #5 |  Dark Blastoise | 4/110 | Rare Holo | Reverse Holo | $975.00 |
| #6 |  Venusaur | 18/110 | Rare Holo | Reverse Holo | $799.99 |
| #7 |  Psyduck | 88/110 | Common | Reverse Holo | $775.00 |
| #8 |  Dark Dragonite | 5/110 | Rare Holo | Reverse Holo | $749.99 |
| #9 |  Articuno | 2/110 | Rare Holo | Reverse Holo | $749.99 |
| #10 |  Magikarp | 52/110 | Uncommon | Reverse Holo | $699.99 |
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 Legendary Collection master set
The Legendary Collection master set is 216 cards: 110 base + 106 reverse holos. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 110/110.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 36 | 33% |
| Uncommon | 36 | 33% |
| Rare | 19 | 17% |
| Rare Holo | 19 | 17% |
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
43 cards in this set
Mitsuhiro Arita
33 cards in this set
Kagemaru Himeno
20 cards in this set
Keiji Kinebuchi
10 cards in this set
Shin-ichi Yoshida
1 card in this set
Christopher Rush
1 card in this set
Legendary Collection master set buying guide
Where to buy Legendary Collection, 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 Legendary Collection sealed products
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 $125 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
Track your progress in the Legendary Collection binder planner →
Storage & protection
Protect your 216-card Legendary Collection 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 216 cards, plan on 12 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 3 packs for full coverage.
Top loaders
Chase cards · $15–25/pack
Rigid protection for SIRs and grading candidates. Essential for anything over $50 raw.
Legendary Collection card list
Every card in the Legendary Collection 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 |
|---|---|---|
Alakazam1/110 · Rare Holo | $78.24 | Holo RH |
Articuno2/110 · Rare Holo | $71.42 | Holo RH |
Charizard3/110 · Rare Holo | $899.99 | Holo RH |
Dark Blastoise4/110 · Rare Holo | $234.65 | Holo RH |
Dark Dragonite5/110 · Rare Holo | $239.67 | Holo RH |
Dark Persian6/110 · Rare Holo | $36.94 | Holo RH |
Dark Raichu7/110 · Rare Holo | $80.99 | Holo RH |
Dark Slowbro8/110 · Rare Holo | $46.91 | Holo RH |
Dark Vaporeon9/110 · Rare Holo | $136.31 | Holo RH |
Flareon10/110 · Rare Holo | $88.74 | Holo RH |
Gengar11/110 · Rare Holo | $289.99 | Holo RH |
Gyarados12/110 · Rare Holo | $50.97 | Holo RH |
Hitmonlee13/110 · Rare Holo | $40.11 | Holo RH |
Jolteon14/110 · Rare Holo | $74.68 | Holo RH |
Machamp15/110 · Rare Holo | $54.98 | Holo RH |
Muk16/110 · Rare Holo | $23.58 | Holo RH |
Ninetales17/110 · Rare Holo | $69.69 | Holo RH |
Venusaur18/110 · Rare Holo | $155.49 | Holo RH |
Zapdos19/110 · Rare Holo | $45.72 | Holo RH |
Beedrill20/110 · Rare | $5.85 | N RH |
Butterfree21/110 · Rare | $9.12 | N RH |
Electrode22/110 · Rare | $4.63 | N RH |
Exeggutor23/110 · Rare | $8.51 | N RH |
Golem24/110 · Rare | $5.68 | N RH |
Hypno25/110 · Rare | $6.40 | N RH |
Jynx26/110 · Rare | $7.17 | N RH |
Kabutops27/110 · Rare | $10.42 | N RH |
Magneton28/110 · Rare | $3.38 | N RH |
Mewtwo29/110 · Rare | $55.46 | N RH |
Moltres30/110 · Rare | $13.26 | N RH |
Nidoking31/110 · Rare | $14.58 | N RH |
Nidoqueen32/110 · Rare | $10.70 | N RH |
Pidgeot33/110 · Rare | $11.57 | N RH |
Pidgeotto34/110 · Rare | $11.35 | N RH |
Rhydon35/110 · Rare | $7.48 | N RH |
Arcanine36/110 · Uncommon | $9.00 | N |
Charmeleon37/110 · Uncommon | $1.71 | N RH |
Dark Dragonair38/110 · Uncommon | $5.53 | N RH |
Dark Wartortle39/110 · Uncommon | $3.73 | N RH |
Dewgong40/110 · Uncommon | $2.26 | N RH |
Dodrio41/110 · Uncommon | $1.52 | N RH |
Fearow42/110 · Uncommon | $1.76 | N RH |
Golduck43/110 · Uncommon | $2.41 | N RH |
Graveler44/110 · Uncommon | $1.49 | N RH |
Growlithe45/110 · Uncommon | $8.15 | N RH |
Haunter46/110 · Uncommon | $5.68 | N RH |
Ivysaur47/110 · Uncommon | $4.76 | N RH |
Kabuto48/110 · Uncommon | $1.74 | N RH |
Kadabra49/110 · Uncommon | $4.87 | N RH |
Kakuna50/110 · Uncommon | $1.60 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Legendary Collection master set?▾
The Legendary Collection master set is 216 cards: 110 base cards, 106 reverse holofoils, and 0 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 110 unique cards, numbered 001/110 through the secret rares. Track all 216 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in Legendary Collection?▾
The top chase card in Legendary Collection is Gengar (Rare Holo) at $1799.99. Other high-value cards include Pikachu ($1574.99) and Charizard ($1399.31). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a Legendary Collection master set cost?▾
A complete Legendary Collection master set is estimated at $29,114 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 Legendary Collection master set card list?▾
The Legendary Collection set contains 110 base cards across 4 rarity tiers. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the Legendary Collection binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize Legendary Collection in a binder?▾
For 216 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 12 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 9 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 Legendary Collection master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for Legendary Collection with all 110 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 Legendary Collection worth collecting as a master set?▾
Legendary Collection has 110 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $29,114. It is a mid-sized master set that offers a solid collecting challenge. With 106 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner