HGSS Promos Master Set Guide
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2010
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HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos chase cards & key targets
Tropical Tidal Wave HGSS18 Worlds 10 Staff leads HGSS Promos at $1400.00, with Lugia HGSS02 ($260.36) and Electivire 20 102 Prerelease ($161.75) behind it. The top three alone are 61% 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 |  Tropical Tidal Wave HGSS18 Worlds 10 Staff | HGSS18 | Promo | Normal | $1400.00 |
| #2 |  Lugia HGSS02 | HGSS02 | Promo | Holofoil | $260.36 |
| #3 |  Electivire 20 102 Prerelease | 20/102 | Promo | Holofoil | $161.75 |
| #4 |  Leafeon 17 90 Prerelease | 17/102 | Promo | Holofoil | $109.99 |
| #5 |  Latias HGSS10 Cosmos Holo | HGSS10 | Promo | Holofoil | $99.68 |
| #6 |  Latios HGSS11 Cosmos Holo | HGSS11 | Promo | Holofoil | $82.78 |
| #7 |  Feraligatr Prime HGSS07 | HGSS07 | Promo | Holofoil | $79.04 |
| #8 |  Entei HGSS20 | HGSS20 | Promo | Holofoil | $77.55 |
| #9 |  Typhlosion Prime HGSS09 | HGSS09 | Promo | Holofoil | $73.74 |
| #10 |  Suicune HGSS21 | HGSS21 | Promo | Holofoil | $64.05 |
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 HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos master set
The HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos master set is 28 cards: 102 base. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 102/102.
Open the HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos binder layout planner →
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Promo | 28 | 27% |
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
4 cards in this set
Kouki Saitou
4 cards in this set
Wataru Kawahara
3 cards in this set
Takashi Yamaguchi
2 cards in this set
match
2 cards in this set
Noriko Hotta
2 cards in this set
HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos master set buying guide
Where to buy HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos, which sealed product is worth the money, and when to pull the trigger.
Packs or singles?
Pack opening offers good value for this set
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 $47.03 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 HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos binder planner →
Storage & protection
Protect your 28-card HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos 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 28 cards, plan on 2 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 1 packs for full coverage.
Top loaders
Chase cards · $15–25/pack
Rigid protection for SIRs and grading candidates. Essential for anything over $50 raw.
HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos card list
Every card in the HeartGold & SoulSilver HGSS Promos 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 |
|---|---|---|
Blastoise 13 95 Prerelease13/102 · Promo | — | Holo |
Leafeon 17 90 Prerelease17/102 · Promo | $109.99 | Holo |
Electivire 20 102 Prerelease20/102 · Promo | $161.75 | Holo |
Ho Oh HGSS01HGSS01 · Promo | $47.03 | Holo |
Lugia HGSS02HGSS02 · Promo | $260.36 | Holo |
Pikachu HGSS03HGSS03 · Promo | $44.79 | Holo |
Wobbuffet HGSS04HGSS04 · Promo | $13.30 | Holo |
Hoothoot HGSS05HGSS05 · Promo | $7.36 | Holo |
Noctowl HGSS06HGSS06 · Promo | $12.26 | Holo |
Feraligatr Prime HGSS07HGSS07 · Promo | $79.04 | Holo |
Meganium Prime HGSS08HGSS08 · Promo | $48.88 | Holo |
Typhlosion Prime HGSS09HGSS09 · Promo | $73.74 | Holo |
Latias HGSS10 Cosmos HoloHGSS10 · Promo | $99.68 | Holo |
Latios HGSS11 Cosmos HoloHGSS11 · Promo | $82.78 | Holo |
Cleffa HGSS12HGSS12 · Promo | $25.55 | Holo |
Smoochum HGSS13HGSS13 · Promo | $35.57 | Holo |
Lapras HGSS14HGSS14 · Promo | $32.72 | Holo |
Shuckle HGSS15HGSS15 · Promo | $51.20 | Holo |
Plusle HGSS16HGSS16 · Promo | $38.99 | Holo |
Minun HGSS17HGSS17 · Promo | $26.50 | Holo |
Tropical Tidal Wave HGSS18 Worlds 10 StaffHGSS18 · Promo | $1400.00 | N |
Raikou HGSS19HGSS19 · Promo | $56.70 | Holo |
Entei HGSS20HGSS20 · Promo | $77.55 | Holo |
Suicune HGSS21HGSS21 · Promo | $64.05 | Holo |
Porygon HGSS22HGSS22 · Promo | $20.04 | Holo |
Porygon2 HGSS23HGSS23 · Promo | $19.84 | Holo |
Hitmonchan HGSS24HGSS24 · Promo | $20.08 | Holo |
Hitmonlee HGSS25HGSS25 · Promo | $19.56 | Holo |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the HGSS Promos master set?▾
The HGSS Promos master set is 28 cards: 102 base set cards numbered 001/102 through 102/102. Track all 28 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in HGSS Promos?▾
The top chase card in HGSS Promos is Tropical Tidal Wave HGSS18 Worlds 10 Staff (Promo) at $1400.00. Other high-value cards include Lugia HGSS02 ($260.36) and Electivire 20 102 Prerelease ($161.75). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a HGSS Promos master set cost?▾
A complete HGSS Promos master set is estimated at $2,976 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 HGSS Promos master set card list?▾
The HGSS Promos set contains 102 base cards across 1 rarity tiers. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the HGSS Promos binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize HGSS Promos in a binder?▾
For 28 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 2 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 2 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 HGSS Promos master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for HGSS Promos with all 28 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 HGSS Promos worth collecting as a master set?▾
HGSS Promos has 28 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $2,976. The manageable set size makes it a good choice for newer master set collectors. With 27 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner