EX Team Rocket Returns Master Set: 206 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2004
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EX Team Rocket Returns chase cards & key targets
Torchic Star leads EX Team Rocket Returns at $4500.00, with Rockets Zapdos ex ($1079.99) and Rockets Scizor ex ($600.00) behind it. The top three alone are 28% 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 |  Torchic Star | 108/109 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $4500.00 |
| #2 |  Rockets Zapdos ex | 106/109 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $1079.99 |
| #3 |  Rockets Scizor ex | 101/109 | Ultra Rare | Normal | $600.00 |
| #4 |  Rockets Entei ex | 97/109 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $503.99 |
| #5 |  Rockets Suicune ex | 105/109 | Ultra Rare | Normal | $500.00 |
| #6 |  Rockets Snorlax ex | 104/109 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $400.00 |
| #7 |  Rockets Mewtwo ex | 99/109 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $399.97 |
| #8 |  Rockets Sneasel ex | 103/109 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $369.50 |
| #9 |  Rockets Scyther ex | 102/109 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $351.99 |
| #10 |  Dark Slowking | 9/109 | Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $349.25 |
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 Team Rocket Returns master set
The EX Team Rocket Returns master set is 206 cards: 109 base + 95 reverse holos + 2 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 109/109.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Uncommon | 35 | 32% |
| Common | 32 | 29% |
| Rare | 14 | 13% |
| Holo Rare | 14 | 13% |
| Ultra Rare | 14 | 13% |
| Secret Rare | 2 | 2% |
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
Ryo Ueda
9 cards in this set
Kouki Saitou
7 cards in this set
Nakaoka
7 cards in this set
Masakazu Fukuda
6 cards in this set
Atsuko Nishida
6 cards in this set
EX Team Rocket Returns master set buying guide
Where to buy EX Team Rocket Returns, 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 Team Rocket Returns 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 $85.65 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 Team Rocket Returns binder planner →
Storage & protection
Protect your 206-card EX Team Rocket Returns 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 206 cards, plan on 12 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 3 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 Team Rocket Returns card list
Every card in the EX Team Rocket Returns 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 |
|---|---|---|
Azumarill1/109 · Holo Rare | $51.51 | Holo RH |
Dark Ampharos2/109 · Holo Rare | $124.25 | N Holo RH |
Dark Crobat3/109 · Holo Rare | $39.71 | N Holo RH |
Dark Electrode4/109 · Holo Rare | $91.06 | N Holo RH |
Dark Houndoom5/109 · Holo Rare | $93.37 | N Holo RH |
Dark Hypno6/109 · Holo Rare | $65.18 | N Holo RH |
Dark Marowak7/109 · Holo Rare | $177.61 | Holo RH |
Dark Octillery8/109 · Holo Rare | $29.08 | N Holo RH |
Dark Slowking9/109 · Holo Rare | $130.48 | N Holo RH |
Dark Steelix10/109 · Holo Rare | $113.33 | N Holo RH |
Jumpluff11/109 · Holo Rare | $20.04 | N Holo RH |
Kingdra12/109 · Holo Rare | $52.79 | N Holo RH |
Piloswine13/109 · Holo Rare | $59.59 | N Holo RH |
Togetic14/109 · Holo Rare | $129.99 | N Holo RH |
Dark Dragonite15/109 · Rare | $92.22 | N RH |
Dark Muk16/109 · Rare | $8.28 | N RH |
Dark Raticate17/109 · Rare | $4.95 | N RH |
Dark Sandslash18/109 · Rare | $14.23 | N RH |
Dark Tyranitar19/109 · Rare | $79.89 | N RH |
Dark Tyranitar20/109 · Rare | $22.40 | N RH |
Delibird21/109 · Rare | $18.08 | N RH |
Furret22/109 · Rare | $26.44 | N RH |
Ledian23/109 · Rare | $2.19 | N RH |
Magby24/109 · Rare | $3.33 | N RH |
Misdreavus25/109 · Rare | $3.81 | N RH |
Quagsire26/109 · Rare | $9.31 | N RH |
Qwilfish27/109 · Rare | $1.90 | N RH |
Yanma28/109 · Rare | $14.65 | N RH |
Dark Arbok29/109 · Uncommon | $5.55 | N RH |
Dark Ariados30/109 · Uncommon | $3.46 | N RH |
Dark Dragonair31/109 · Uncommon | $8.38 | N RH |
Dark Dragonair32/109 · Uncommon | $27.22 | N RH |
Dark Flaaffy33/109 · Uncommon | $10.61 | N RH |
Dark Golbat34/109 · Uncommon | $4.75 | N RH |
Dark Golduck35/109 · Uncommon | $5.83 | N RH |
Dark Gyarados36/109 · Uncommon | $41.18 | N RH |
Dark Houndoom37/109 · Uncommon | $22.71 | N RH |
Dark Magcargo38/109 · Uncommon | $3.65 | N RH |
Dark Magneton39/109 · Uncommon | $3.93 | N RH |
Dark Pupitar40/109 · Uncommon | $2.09 | N RH |
Dark Pupitar41/109 · Uncommon | $11.65 | N RH |
Dark Weezing42/109 · Uncommon | $2.89 | N RH |
Heracross43/109 · Uncommon | $14.46 | N RH |
Magmar44/109 · Uncommon | $4.47 | N RH |
Mantine45/109 · Uncommon | $4.01 | N RH |
Rockets Meowth46/109 · Uncommon | $19.98 | N RH |
Rockets Wobbuffet47/109 · Uncommon | $6.40 | N RH |
Seadra48/109 · Uncommon | $3.28 | N RH |
Skiploom49/109 · Uncommon | $1.12 | N RH |
Togepi50/109 · Uncommon | $16.78 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the EX Team Rocket Returns master set?▾
The EX Team Rocket Returns master set is 206 cards: 109 base cards, 95 reverse holofoils, and 2 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 111 unique cards, numbered 001/109 through the secret rares. Track all 206 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in EX Team Rocket Returns?▾
The top chase card in EX Team Rocket Returns is Torchic Star (Ultra Rare) at $4500.00. Other high-value cards include Rockets Zapdos ex ($1079.99) and Rockets Scizor ex ($600.00). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a EX Team Rocket Returns master set cost?▾
A complete EX Team Rocket Returns master set is estimated at $22,148 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 Team Rocket Returns master set card list?▾
The EX Team Rocket Returns set contains 109 base cards across 6 rarity tiers plus 2 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the EX Team Rocket Returns binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize EX Team Rocket Returns in a binder?▾
For 206 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 12 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 Team Rocket Returns master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for EX Team Rocket Returns with all 111 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 Team Rocket Returns worth collecting as a master set?▾
EX Team Rocket Returns has 111 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $22,148. It is a mid-sized master set that offers a solid collecting challenge. With 111 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner