EX Hidden Legends Master Set: 194 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2004
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EX Hidden Legends chase cards & key targets
Dark Celebi leads EX Hidden Legends at $499.99, with Groudon ex ($313.01) and Registeel ex ($300.50) behind it. The top three alone are 18% 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 |  Dark Celebi | 4/101 | Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $499.99 |
| #2 |  Groudon ex | 93/101 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $313.01 |
| #3 |  Registeel ex | 99/101 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $300.50 |
| #4 |  Ninetales ex | 96/101 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $296.79 |
| #5 |  Kyogre ex | 94/101 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $250.00 |
| #6 |  Regirock ex | 98/101 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $227.98 |
| #7 |  Plusle | 69/101 | Common | Reverse Holo | $209.99 |
| #8 |  Metagross ex | 95/101 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $206.50 |
| #9 |  Regice ex | 97/101 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $199.78 |
| #10 |  Vileplume ex | 100/101 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $150.00 |
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 Hidden Legends master set
The EX Hidden Legends master set is 194 cards: 101 base + 92 reverse holos + 1 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 101/101.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Uncommon | 33 | 33% |
| Common | 32 | 32% |
| Holo Rare | 15 | 15% |
| Rare | 12 | 12% |
| Ultra Rare | 9 | 9% |
| Secret Rare | 1 | 1% |
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.
Mitsuhiro Arita
10 cards in this set
Atsuko Nishida
8 cards in this set
Midori Harada
7 cards in this set
Kagemaru Himeno
7 cards in this set
Ken Sugimori
7 cards in this set
Hajime Kusajima
5 cards in this set
EX Hidden Legends master set buying guide
Where to buy EX Hidden Legends, 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 Hidden Legends 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 $25.05 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 Hidden Legends binder planner →
Storage & protection
Protect your 194-card EX Hidden Legends 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 194 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 Hidden Legends card list
Every card in the EX Hidden Legends 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 |
|---|---|---|
Banette1/101 · Holo Rare | $37.32 | Holo RH |
Claydol2/101 · Holo Rare | $16.76 | Holo RH |
Crobat3/101 · Holo Rare | $25.05 | Holo RH |
Dark Celebi4/101 · Holo Rare | $82.64 | Holo RH |
Electrode5/101 · Holo Rare | $32.40 | Holo RH |
Exploud6/101 · Holo Rare | $27.29 | Holo RH |
Heracross7/101 · Holo Rare | $53.82 | Holo RH |
Jirachi8/101 · Holo Rare | $45.06 | Holo RH |
Machamp9/101 · Holo Rare | $44.69 | Holo RH |
Medicham10/101 · Holo Rare | $11.72 | Holo RH |
Metagross11/101 · Holo Rare | $44.38 | Holo RH |
Milotic12/101 · Holo Rare | $80.35 | Holo RH |
Pinsir13/101 · Holo Rare | $21.21 | Holo RH |
Shiftry14/101 · Holo Rare | $23.61 | Holo RH |
Walrein15/101 · Holo Rare | $18.50 | Holo RH |
Bellossom16/101 · Rare | $7.79 | N RH |
Chimecho17/101 · Rare | $1.78 | N RH |
Gorebyss18/101 · Rare | $3.86 | N RH |
Huntail19/101 · Rare | $0.99 | N RH |
Masquerain20/101 · Rare | $1.20 | N RH |
Metang21/101 · Rare | $1.33 | N RH |
Ninetales22/101 · Rare | $10.07 | N RH |
Rain Castform23/101 · Rare | $6.16 | N RH |
Relicanth24/101 · Rare | $1.60 | N RH |
Snow cloud Castform25/101 · Rare | $10.20 | N RH |
Sunny Castform26/101 · Rare | $5.60 | N RH |
Tropius27/101 · Rare | $3.77 | N RH |
Beldum28/101 · Uncommon | $0.83 | N RH |
Beldum29/101 · Uncommon | $2.17 | N RH |
Castform30/101 · Uncommon | $3.17 | N RH |
Claydol31/101 · Uncommon | $0.69 | N RH |
Corsola32/101 · Uncommon | $3.02 | N RH |
Dodrio33/101 · Uncommon | $0.42 | N RH |
Glalie34/101 · Uncommon | $1.05 | N RH |
Gloom35/101 · Uncommon | $8.99 | N RH |
Golbat36/101 · Uncommon | $1.11 | N RH |
Igglybuff37/101 · Uncommon | $6.91 | N RH |
Lanturn38/101 · Uncommon | $2.51 | N RH |
Loudred39/101 · Uncommon | $2.50 | N RH |
Luvdisc40/101 · Uncommon | $2.25 | N RH |
Machoke41/101 · Uncommon | $1.68 | N RH |
Medicham42/101 · Uncommon | $0.65 | N RH |
Metang43/101 · Uncommon | $0.50 | N RH |
Metang44/101 · Uncommon | $1.07 | N RH |
Nuzleaf45/101 · Uncommon | $0.95 | N RH |
Rhydon46/101 · Uncommon | $1.61 | N RH |
Sealeo47/101 · Uncommon | $1.85 | N RH |
Spinda48/101 · Uncommon | $4.01 | N RH |
Starmie49/101 · Uncommon | $0.86 | N RH |
Swalot50/101 · Uncommon | $9.77 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the EX Hidden Legends master set?▾
The EX Hidden Legends master set is 194 cards: 101 base cards, 92 reverse holofoils, and 1 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 102 unique cards, numbered 001/101 through the secret rares. Track all 194 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in EX Hidden Legends?▾
The top chase card in EX Hidden Legends is Dark Celebi (Holo Rare) at $499.99. Other high-value cards include Groudon ex ($313.01) and Registeel ex ($300.50). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a EX Hidden Legends master set cost?▾
A complete EX Hidden Legends master set is estimated at $6,299 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 Hidden Legends master set card list?▾
The EX Hidden Legends set contains 101 base cards across 6 rarity tiers plus 1 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the EX Hidden Legends binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize EX Hidden Legends in a binder?▾
For 194 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 11 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 EX Hidden Legends master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for EX Hidden Legends with all 102 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 Hidden Legends worth collecting as a master set?▾
EX Hidden Legends has 102 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $6,299. The manageable set size makes it a good choice for newer master set collectors. With 91 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner