EX Dragon Master Set: 188 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2003
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EX Dragon chase cards & key targets
Rayquaza ex leads EX Dragon at $595.55, with Dragonite ex ($524.89) and Charizard ($489.99) behind it. The top three alone are 24% 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 |  Rayquaza ex | 97/97 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $595.55 |
| #2 |  Dragonite ex | 90/97 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $524.89 |
| #3 |  Charizard | 100/97 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $489.99 |
| #4 |  Charmander | 98/97 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $327.19 |
| #5 |  Salamence | 10/97 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $326.99 |
| #6 |  Latios ex | 94/97 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $309.18 |
| #7 |  Ampharos ex | 89/97 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $245.62 |
| #8 |  Latias ex | 93/97 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $207.36 |
| #9 |  Absol | 1/97 | Holo Rare | Holofoil | $169.99 |
| #10 |  Gyarados | 32/97 | Uncommon | Reverse Holo | $120.89 |
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 Dragon master set
The EX Dragon master set is 188 cards: 97 base + 88 reverse holos + 3 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 97/97.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 33 | 34% |
| Uncommon | 33 | 34% |
| Holo Rare | 12 | 12% |
| Rare | 10 | 10% |
| Ultra Rare | 9 | 9% |
| Secret Rare | 3 | 3% |
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.
Midori Harada
10 cards in this set
Atsuko Nishida
9 cards in this set
Mitsuhiro Arita
9 cards in this set
Hajime Kusajima
9 cards in this set
Ken Sugimori
8 cards in this set
Hisao Nakamura
6 cards in this set
EX Dragon master set buying guide
Where to buy EX Dragon, 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 Dragon 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 $20 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 188-card EX Dragon 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 Dragon card list
Every card in the EX Dragon 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 |
|---|---|---|
Absol1/97 · Holo Rare | $169.99 | Holo RH |
Altaria2/97 · Holo Rare | $62.55 | Holo RH |
Crawdaunt3/97 · Holo Rare | $10.40 | Holo RH |
Flygon4/97 · Holo Rare | $69.24 | Holo RH |
Golem5/97 · Holo Rare | $43.71 | Holo RH |
Grumpig6/97 · Holo Rare | $18.25 | Holo RH |
Minun7/97 · Holo Rare | $105.78 | Holo RH |
Plusle8/97 · Holo Rare | $96.44 | Holo RH |
Roselia9/97 · Holo Rare | $15.67 | Holo RH |
Salamence10/97 · Holo Rare | $326.99 | Holo RH |
Shedinja11/97 · Holo Rare | $67.08 | Holo RH |
Torkoal12/97 · Holo Rare | $86.03 | Holo RH |
Crawdaunt13/97 · Rare | $1.10 | N RH |
Dragonair14/97 · Rare | $12.10 | N RH |
Flygon15/97 · Rare | $1.98 | N RH |
Girafarig16/97 · Rare | $1.67 | N RH |
Magneton17/97 · Rare | $1.97 | N RH |
Ninjask18/97 · Rare | $1.09 | N RH |
Salamence19/97 · Rare | $3.34 | N RH |
Shelgon20/97 · Rare | $1.43 | N RH |
Skarmory21/97 · Rare | $2.56 | N RH |
Vibrava22/97 · Rare | $1.66 | N RH |
Bagon23/97 · Uncommon | $2.25 | N RH |
Camerupt24/97 · Uncommon | $0.53 | N RH |
Combusken25/97 · Uncommon | $1.36 | N RH |
Dratini26/97 · Uncommon | $11.87 | N RH |
Flaaffy27/97 · Uncommon | $5.83 | N RH |
Forretress28/97 · Uncommon | $1.73 | N RH |
Graveler29/97 · Uncommon | $2.14 | N RH |
Graveler30/97 · Uncommon | $2.09 | N RH |
Grovyle31/97 · Uncommon | $3.17 | N RH |
Gyarados32/97 · Uncommon | $19.71 | N RH |
Horsea33/97 · Uncommon | $3.99 | N RH |
Houndoom34/97 · Uncommon | $12.03 | N RH |
Magneton35/97 · Uncommon | $0.57 | N RH |
Marshtomp36/97 · Uncommon | $3.00 | N RH |
Meditite37/97 · Uncommon | $1.11 | N RH |
Ninjask38/97 · Uncommon | $0.80 | N RH |
Seadra39/97 · Uncommon | $2.03 | N RH |
Seadra40/97 · Uncommon | $1.46 | N RH |
Shelgon41/97 · Uncommon | $4.00 | N RH |
Shelgon42/97 · Uncommon | $1.96 | N RH |
Shuppet43/97 · Uncommon | $28.49 | N RH |
Snorunt44/97 · Uncommon | $3.91 | N RH |
Swellow45/97 · Uncommon | $1.74 | N RH |
Vibrava46/97 · Uncommon | $1.59 | N RH |
Vibrava47/97 · Uncommon | $0.63 | N RH |
Whiscash48/97 · Uncommon | $7.81 | N RH |
Bagon49/97 · Common | $0.51 | N RH |
Bagon50/97 · Common | $1.05 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the EX Dragon master set?▾
The EX Dragon master set is 188 cards: 97 base cards, 88 reverse holofoils, and 3 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 100 unique cards, numbered 001/97 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 Dragon?▾
The top chase card in EX Dragon is Rayquaza ex (Ultra Rare) at $595.55. Other high-value cards include Dragonite ex ($524.89) and Charizard ($489.99). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a EX Dragon master set cost?▾
A complete EX Dragon master set is estimated at $6,726 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 Dragon master set card list?▾
The EX Dragon set contains 97 base cards across 6 rarity tiers plus 3 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the EX Dragon binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize EX Dragon 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 Dragon master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for EX Dragon 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 Dragon worth collecting as a master set?▾
EX Dragon has 100 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $6,726. The manageable set size makes it a good choice for newer master set collectors. With 79 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner