Expedition Master Set: 324 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2002
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Expedition chase cards & key targets
Dragonite leads Expedition at $799.69, with Gengar ($716.67) and Mewtwo ($699.97) behind it. The top three alone are 9% 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 |  Dragonite | 9/165 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $799.69 |
| #2 |  Gengar | 13/165 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $716.67 |
| #3 |  Mewtwo | 20/165 | Rare Holo | Reverse Holo | $699.97 |
| #4 |  Mew | 19/165 | Rare Holo | Holofoil | $525.00 |
| #5 |  Blastoise | 4/165 | Rare Holo | Reverse Holo | $499.95 |
| #6 |  Squirtle 132 | 132/165 | Common | Reverse Holo | $458.24 |
| #7 |  Charizard | 40/165 | Rare | Reverse Holo | $449.99 |
| #8 |  Charizard | 6/165 | Rare Holo | Reverse Holo | $436.08 |
| #9 |  Charizard | 39/165 | Rare | Reverse Holo | $377.75 |
| #10 |  Bulbasaur | 95/165 | Common | Reverse Holo | $374.99 |
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 Expedition master set
The Expedition master set is 324 cards: 165 base + 159 reverse holos. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 165/165.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 55 | 33% |
| Rare | 40 | 24% |
| Uncommon | 38 | 23% |
| Rare Holo | 32 | 19% |
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.
Atsuko Nishida
13 cards in this set
Hajime Kusajima
11 cards in this set
Kagemaru Himeno
11 cards in this set
Kyoko Umemoto
10 cards in this set
Tomokazu Komiya
10 cards in this set
Keiji Kinebuchi
9 cards in this set
Expedition master set buying guide
Where to buy Expedition, 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 Expedition 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 $56.3 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 324-card Expedition 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 324 cards, plan on 18 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 4 packs for full coverage.
Top loaders
Chase cards · $15–25/pack
Rigid protection for SIRs and grading candidates. Essential for anything over $50 raw.
Expedition card list
Every card in the Expedition 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 |
|---|---|---|
Alakazam1/165 · Rare Holo | $233.32 | Holo RH |
Ampharos2/165 · Rare Holo | $175.00 | Holo RH |
Arbok3/165 · Rare Holo | $125.00 | Holo RH |
Blastoise4/165 · Rare Holo | $287.00 | Holo RH |
Butterfree5/165 · Rare Holo | $180.00 | Holo RH |
Charizard6/165 · Rare Holo | $287.50 | Holo RH |
Clefable7/165 · Rare Holo | $155.37 | Holo RH |
Cloyster8/165 · Rare Holo | $93.96 | Holo RH |
Dragonite9/165 · Rare Holo | $799.69 | Holo RH |
Dugtrio10/165 · Rare Holo | $82.33 | Holo RH |
Fearow11/165 · Rare Holo | $97.22 | Holo RH |
Feraligatr12/165 · Rare Holo | $234.88 | Holo RH |
Gengar13/165 · Rare Holo | $716.67 | Holo RH |
Golem14/165 · Rare Holo | $54.29 | Holo RH |
Kingler15/165 · Rare Holo | $67.66 | Holo RH |
Machamp16/165 · Rare Holo | $133.59 | Holo RH |
Magby17/165 · Rare Holo | $85.06 | Holo RH |
Meganium18/165 · Rare Holo | $180.01 | Holo RH |
Mew19/165 · Rare Holo | $525.00 | Holo RH |
Mewtwo20/165 · Rare Holo | $409.05 | Holo RH |
Ninetales21/165 · Rare Holo | $61.57 | Holo RH |
Pichu22/165 · Rare Holo | $305.00 | Holo RH |
Pidgeot23/165 · Rare Holo | $174.97 | Holo RH |
Poliwrath24/165 · Rare Holo | $44.99 | Holo RH |
Raichu25/165 · Rare Holo | $174.99 | Holo RH |
Rapidash26/165 · Rare Holo | $133.14 | Holo RH |
Skarmory27/165 · Rare Holo | $65.57 | Holo RH |
Typhlosion28/165 · Rare Holo | $203.33 | Holo RH |
Tyranitar29/165 · Rare Holo | $311.00 | Holo RH |
Venusaur30/165 · Rare Holo | $209.54 | Holo RH |
Vileplume31/165 · Rare Holo | $81.30 | Holo RH |
Weezing32/165 · Rare Holo | $74.11 | Holo RH |
Alakazam33/165 · Rare | $19.31 | N RH |
Ampharos34/165 · Rare | $31.14 | N RH |
Arbok35/165 · Rare | $14.79 | N RH |
Blastoise36/165 · Rare | $73.28 | N RH |
Blastoise37/165 · Rare | $91.29 | N RH |
Butterfree38/165 · Rare | $31.21 | N RH |
Charizard39/165 · Rare | $170.32 | N RH |
Charizard40/165 · Rare | $149.19 | N RH |
Clefable41/165 · Rare | $10.51 | N RH |
Cloyster42/165 · Rare | $19.02 | N RH |
Dragonite43/165 · Rare | $110.51 | N RH |
Dugtrio44/165 · Rare | $13.67 | N RH |
Fearow45/165 · Rare | $11.94 | N RH |
Feraligatr46/165 · Rare | $20.06 | N RH |
Feraligatr47/165 · Rare | $44.51 | N RH |
Gengar48/165 · Rare | $189.55 | N RH |
Golem49/165 · Rare | $14.82 | N RH |
Kingler50/165 · Rare | $13.10 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Expedition master set?▾
The Expedition master set is 324 cards: 165 base cards, 159 reverse holofoils, and 0 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 165 unique cards, numbered 001/165 through the secret rares. Track all 324 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in Expedition?▾
The top chase card in Expedition is Dragonite (Rare Holo) at $799.69. Other high-value cards include Gengar ($716.67) and Mewtwo ($699.97). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a Expedition master set cost?▾
A complete Expedition master set is estimated at $25,167 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 Expedition master set card list?▾
The Expedition set contains 165 base cards across 4 rarity tiers. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the Expedition binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize Expedition in a binder?▾
For 324 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 18 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 14 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 Expedition master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for Expedition with all 165 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 Expedition worth collecting as a master set?▾
Expedition has 165 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $25,167. It is a mid-sized master set that offers a solid collecting challenge. With 152 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner