EX Crystal Guardians Master Set: 188 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2006
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EX Crystal Guardians chase cards & key targets
Alakazam Star leads EX Crystal Guardians at $1429.50, with Charizard Delta Species ($1199.99) and Celebi Star ($750.00) behind it. The top three alone are 33% 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 |  Alakazam Star | 99/100 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $1429.50 |
| #2 |  Charizard Delta Species | 4/100 | Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $1199.99 |
| #3 |  Celebi Star | 100/100 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $750.00 |
| #4 |  Kyogre ex | 95/100 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $349.99 |
| #5 |  Blastoise Delta Species | 2/100 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $260.70 |
| #6 |  Jirachi ex | 94/100 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $260.00 |
| #7 |  Swampert ex | 98/100 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $255.00 |
| #8 |  Sceptile ex Delta Species | 96/100 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $247.99 |
| #9 |  Groudon ex | 93/100 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $175.00 |
| #10 |  Blaziken ex | 90/100 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $175.00 |
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 EX Crystal Guardians master set
The EX Crystal Guardians master set is 188 cards: 100 base + 88 reverse holos. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 100/100.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Uncommon | 30 | 30% |
| Common | 29 | 29% |
| Rare | 16 | 16% |
| Holo Rare | 13 | 13% |
| Ultra Rare | 12 | 12% |
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.
Masakazu Fukuda
8 cards in this set
Mitsuhiro Arita
8 cards in this set
Kouki Saitou
7 cards in this set
Hisao Nakamura
7 cards in this set
Kagemaru Himeno
6 cards in this set
Ryo Ueda
6 cards in this set
EX Crystal Guardians master set buying guide
Where to buy EX Crystal Guardians, 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 EX Crystal Guardians 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 $29.99 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 EX Crystal Guardians binder planner →
Storage & protection
Protect your 188-card EX Crystal Guardians 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 188 cards, plan on 11 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.
EX Crystal Guardians card list
Every card in the EX Crystal Guardians 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 |
|---|---|---|
Banette1/100 · Holo Rare | $18.86 | Holo RH |
Blastoise Delta Species2/100 · Holo Rare | $260.70 | Holo RH |
Camerupt3/100 · Holo Rare | $11.51 | Holo RH |
Charizard Delta Species4/100 · Holo Rare | $939.50 | Holo RH |
Dugtrio5/100 · Holo Rare | $24.45 | Holo RH |
Ludicolo Delta Species6/100 · Holo Rare | $32.72 | Holo RH |
Luvdisc7/100 · Holo Rare | $14.47 | Holo RH |
Manectric8/100 · Holo Rare | $22.49 | Holo RH |
Mawile9/100 · Holo Rare | $30.05 | Holo RH |
Sableye10/100 · Holo Rare | $59.23 | Holo RH |
Swalot11/100 · Holo Rare | $10.39 | Holo RH |
Tauros12/100 · Holo Rare | $26.25 | Holo RH |
Wigglytuff13/100 · Holo Rare | $22.70 | Holo RH |
Blastoise14/100 · Rare | $19.41 | N RH |
Cacturne Delta Species15/100 · Rare | $2.95 | N RH |
Combusken16/100 · Rare | $1.43 | N RH |
Dusclops17/100 · Rare | $1.28 | N RH |
Fearow Delta Species18/100 · Rare | $2.70 | N RH |
Grovyle Delta Species19/100 · Rare | $5.91 | N RH |
Grumpig20/100 · Rare | $0.88 | N RH |
Igglybuff21/100 · Rare | $7.19 | N RH |
Kingler Delta Species22/100 · Rare | $6.05 | N RH |
Loudred23/100 · Rare | $0.84 | N RH |
Marshtomp24/100 · Rare | $3.49 | N RH |
Medicham25/100 · Rare | $0.89 | N RH |
Pelipper Delta Species26/100 · Rare | $2.85 | N RH |
Swampert27/100 · Rare | $5.44 | N RH |
Venusaur28/100 · Rare | $16.69 | N RH |
Charmeleon29/100 · Uncommon | $2.12 | N RH |
Charmeleon Delta Species30/100 · Uncommon | $6.94 | N RH |
Combusken31/100 · Uncommon | $1.26 | N RH |
Grovyle32/100 · Uncommon | $1.12 | N RH |
Gulpin33/100 · Uncommon | $1.10 | N RH |
Ivysaur34/100 · Uncommon | $17.61 | N RH |
Ivysaur35/100 · Uncommon | $4.74 | N RH |
Lairon36/100 · Uncommon | $1.07 | N RH |
Lombre37/100 · Uncommon | $1.03 | N RH |
Marshtomp38/100 · Uncommon | $1.81 | N RH |
Nuzleaf39/100 · Uncommon | $2.10 | N RH |
Shuppet40/100 · Uncommon | $1.17 | N RH |
Skitty41/100 · Uncommon | $1.63 | N RH |
Wartortle42/100 · Uncommon | $5.08 | N RH |
Wartortle43/100 · Uncommon | $2.09 | N RH |
Aron44/100 · Common | $0.74 | N RH |
Bulbasaur45/100 · Common | $11.83 | N RH |
Bulbasaur46/100 · Common | $4.35 | N RH |
Cacnea47/100 · Common | $0.87 | N RH |
Charmander48/100 · Common | $5.60 | N RH |
Charmander Delta Species49/100 · Common | $5.77 | N RH |
Diglett50/100 · Common | $2.84 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the EX Crystal Guardians master set?▾
The EX Crystal Guardians master set is 188 cards: 100 base cards, 88 reverse holofoils, and 0 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 100 unique cards, numbered 001/100 through the secret rares. Track all 188 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in EX Crystal Guardians?▾
The top chase card in EX Crystal Guardians is Alakazam Star (Ultra Rare) at $1429.50. Other high-value cards include Charizard Delta Species ($1199.99) and Celebi Star ($750.00). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a EX Crystal Guardians master set cost?▾
A complete EX Crystal Guardians master set is estimated at $10,276 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 EX Crystal Guardians master set card list?▾
The EX Crystal Guardians set contains 100 base cards across 5 rarity tiers. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the EX Crystal Guardians binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize EX Crystal Guardians in a binder?▾
For 188 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 11 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 8 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 EX Crystal Guardians master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for EX Crystal Guardians with all 100 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 EX Crystal Guardians worth collecting as a master set?▾
EX Crystal Guardians has 100 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $10,276. The manageable set size makes it a good choice for newer master set collectors. With 86 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner