EX Emerald Master Set: 196 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2005
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EX Emerald chase cards & key targets
Rayquaza leads EX Emerald at $799.99, with Milotic ex ($799.99) and Pikachu ($599.99) behind it. The top three alone are 20% 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 | 9/106 | Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $799.99 |
| #2 |  Milotic ex | 96/106 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $799.99 |
| #3 |  Pikachu | 60/106 | Common | Reverse Holo | $599.99 |
| #4 |  Regice ex | 98/106 | Ultra Rare | Normal | $350.00 |
| #5 |  Altaria ex | 90/106 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $299.99 |
| #6 |  Groudon | 14/106 | Rare | Reverse Holo | $279.99 |
| #7 |  Kyogre | 6/106 | Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $219.00 |
| #8 |  Groudon | 5/106 | Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $215.00 |
| #9 |  Deoxys Speed Forme | 2/106 | Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $213.89 |
| #10 |  Sceptile | 10/106 | Holo Rare | Reverse Holo | $200.00 |
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 Emerald master set
The EX Emerald master set is 196 cards: 106 base + 89 reverse holos + 1 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 106/106.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 32 | 30% |
| Uncommon | 32 | 30% |
| Holo Rare | 17 | 16% |
| Rare | 14 | 13% |
| Ultra Rare | 11 | 10% |
| 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.
Kouki Saitou
12 cards in this set
Kagemaru Himeno
11 cards in this set
Atsuko Nishida
11 cards in this set
Mitsuhiro Arita
10 cards in this set
Masakazu Fukuda
9 cards in this set
Midori Harada
8 cards in this set
EX Emerald master set buying guide
Where to buy EX Emerald, 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 Emerald 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 $36.2 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 196-card EX Emerald 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 196 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 Emerald card list
Every card in the EX Emerald 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 |
|---|---|---|
Blaziken1/106 · Holo Rare | $59.61 | Holo RH |
Deoxys Speed Forme2/106 · Holo Rare | $105.81 | N Holo RH |
Exploud3/106 · Holo Rare | $27.16 | N Holo RH |
Gardevoir4/106 · Holo Rare | $199.99 | N Holo RH |
Groudon5/106 · Holo Rare | $68.39 | N Holo RH |
Kyogre6/106 · Holo Rare | $69.29 | N Holo RH |
Manectric7/106 · Holo Rare | $16.18 | N Holo RH |
Milotic8/106 · Holo Rare | $36.20 | N Holo RH |
Rayquaza9/106 · Holo Rare | $431.32 | N Holo RH |
Sceptile10/106 · Holo Rare | $44.76 | Holo RH |
Swampert11/106 · Holo Rare | $82.38 | Holo RH |
Chimecho12/106 · Rare | $2.02 | N RH |
Glalie13/106 · Rare | $1.29 | N RH |
Groudon14/106 · Rare | $18.11 | N RH |
Kyogre15/106 · Rare | $21.71 | N RH |
Manectric16/106 · Rare | $2.31 | N RH |
Nosepass17/106 · Rare | $1.58 | N RH |
Relicanth18/106 · Rare | $2.55 | N RH |
Rhydon19/106 · Rare | $1.77 | N RH |
Seviper20/106 · Rare | $2.37 | N RH |
Zangoose21/106 · Rare | $4.79 | N RH |
Breloom22/106 · Uncommon | $1.86 | N RH |
Camerupt23/106 · Uncommon | $0.89 | N RH |
Claydol24/106 · Uncommon | $16.29 | N RH |
Combusken25/106 · Uncommon | $0.93 | N RH |
Dodrio26/106 · Uncommon | $1.55 | N RH |
Electrode27/106 · Uncommon | $1.52 | N RH |
Grovyle28/106 · Uncommon | $1.88 | N RH |
Grumpig29/106 · Uncommon | $1.21 | N RH |
Grumpig30/106 · Uncommon | $1.65 | N RH |
Hariyama31/106 · Uncommon | $1.30 | N RH |
Illumise32/106 · Uncommon | $2.29 | N RH |
Kirlia33/106 · Uncommon | $3.63 | N RH |
Linoone34/106 · Uncommon | $19.70 | N RH |
Loudred35/106 · Uncommon | $1.52 | N RH |
Marshtomp36/106 · Uncommon | $1.62 | N RH |
Minun37/106 · Uncommon | $7.18 | N RH |
Ninetales38/106 · Uncommon | $9.84 | N RH |
Plusle39/106 · Uncommon | $5.06 | N RH |
Swalot40/106 · Uncommon | $1.51 | N RH |
Swellow41/106 · Uncommon | $1.52 | N RH |
Volbeat42/106 · Uncommon | $2.16 | N RH |
Baltoy43/106 · Common | $4.75 | N RH |
Cacnea44/106 · Common | $0.65 | N RH |
Doduo45/106 · Common | $0.52 | N RH |
Duskull46/106 · Common | $0.79 | N RH |
Electrike47/106 · Common | $0.45 | N RH |
Electrike48/106 · Common | $0.87 | N RH |
Feebas49/106 · Common | $1.97 | N RH |
Feebas50/106 · Common | $1.15 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the EX Emerald master set?▾
The EX Emerald master set is 196 cards: 106 base cards, 89 reverse holofoils, and 1 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 107 unique cards, numbered 001/106 through the secret rares. Track all 196 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in EX Emerald?▾
The top chase card in EX Emerald is Rayquaza (Holo Rare) at $799.99. Other high-value cards include Milotic ex ($799.99) and Pikachu ($599.99). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a EX Emerald master set cost?▾
A complete EX Emerald master set is estimated at $10,803 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 Emerald master set card list?▾
The EX Emerald set contains 106 base cards across 6 rarity tiers plus 1 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the EX Emerald binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize EX Emerald in a binder?▾
For 196 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 Emerald master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for EX Emerald with all 107 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 Emerald worth collecting as a master set?▾
EX Emerald has 107 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $10,803. The manageable set size makes it a good choice for newer master set collectors. With 102 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner