Dragon Vault Master Set Guide
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2012
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Dragon Vault chase cards & key targets
Kyurem leads Dragon Vault at $79.97, with Rayquaza ($60.72) and Dragonite ($34.10) behind it. The top three alone are 60% 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 |  Kyurem | 21/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $79.97 |
| #2 |  Rayquaza | 11/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $60.72 |
| #3 |  Dragonite | 5/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $34.10 |
| #4 |  Latias | 9/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $25.00 |
| #5 |  Latios | 10/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $17.26 |
| #6 |  Dragonair 4 | 4/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $15.16 |
| #7 |  Dratini 2 | 2/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $14.69 |
| #8 |  Salamence | 8/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $6.42 |
| #9 |  Dragonair 3 | 3/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $6.03 |
| #10 |  Super Rod | 20/20 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $5.79 |
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 Dragon Vault master set
The Dragon Vault master set is 21 cards: 20 base + 1 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 20/20.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Holo Rare | 21 | 105% |
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.
Ryo Ueda
3 cards in this set
5ban Graphics
3 cards in this set
Masakazu Fukuda
1 card in this set
Naoki Saito
1 card in this set
Hajime Kusajima
1 card in this set
Kagemaru Himeno
1 card in this set
Dragon Vault master set buying guide
Where to buy Dragon Vault, 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 Dragon Vault 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 $4.76 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 21-card Dragon Vault 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 21 cards, plan on 2 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 1 packs for full coverage.
Top loaders
Chase cards · $15–25/pack
Rigid protection for SIRs and grading candidates. Essential for anything over $20 raw.
Dragon Vault card list
Every card in the Dragon Vault 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 |
|---|---|---|
Dratini 11/20 · Holo Rare | $4.76 | Holo |
Dratini 22/20 · Holo Rare | $14.69 | Holo |
Dragonair 33/20 · Holo Rare | $6.03 | Holo |
Dragonair 44/20 · Holo Rare | $15.16 | Holo |
Dragonite5/20 · Holo Rare | $34.10 | Holo |
Bagon6/20 · Holo Rare | $2.52 | Holo |
Shelgon7/20 · Holo Rare | $1.98 | Holo |
Salamence8/20 · Holo Rare | $6.42 | Holo |
Latias9/20 · Holo Rare | $25.00 | Holo |
Latios10/20 · Holo Rare | $17.26 | Holo |
Rayquaza11/20 · Holo Rare | $60.72 | Holo |
Axew 1212/20 · Holo Rare | $2.18 | Holo |
Axew 1313/20 · Holo Rare | $2.18 | Holo |
Fraxure 1414/20 · Holo Rare | $2.03 | Holo |
Fraxure 1515/20 · Holo Rare | $1.61 | Holo |
Haxorus16/20 · Holo Rare | $3.87 | Holo |
Druddigon17/20 · Holo Rare | $3.00 | Holo |
Exp Share18/20 · Holo Rare | $1.85 | Holo |
First Ticket19/20 · Holo Rare | $0.83 | Holo |
Super Rod20/20 · Holo Rare | $5.79 | Holo |
Kyurem21/20 · Holo Rare | $79.97 | Holo |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Dragon Vault master set?▾
The Dragon Vault master set is 21 cards: 20 base set cards numbered 001/20 through 20/20, plus 1 secret rares and special variants numbered beyond the base set. Track all 21 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in Dragon Vault?▾
The top chase card in Dragon Vault is Kyurem (Holo Rare) at $79.97. Other high-value cards include Rayquaza ($60.72) and Dragonite ($34.10). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a Dragon Vault master set cost?▾
A complete Dragon Vault master set is estimated at $292 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 Dragon Vault master set card list?▾
The Dragon Vault set contains 20 base cards across 1 rarity tiers plus 1 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the Dragon Vault binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize Dragon Vault in a binder?▾
For 21 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 2 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 1 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 Dragon Vault master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for Dragon Vault with all 21 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 Dragon Vault worth collecting as a master set?▾
Dragon Vault has 21 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $292. The manageable set size makes it a good choice for newer master set collectors. With 7 cards over $10, most of the value is concentrated in a few key cards.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner