POP Series 8 Master Set: 21 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2026
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POP Series 8 chase cards & key targets
Chimchar leads POP Series 8 at $39.99, with Riolu ($35.00) and Luxray ($34.94) behind it. The top three alone are 33% 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 |  Chimchar | 12/17 | Common | Holofoil | $39.99 |
| #2 |  Riolu | 16/17 | Common | Reverse Holo | $35.00 |
| #3 |  Luxray | 3/17 | Rare | Holofoil | $34.94 |
| #4 |  Croagunk | 13/17 | Common | Holofoil | $30.65 |
| #5 |  Lucario | 2/17 | Rare | Normal | $27.15 |
| #6 |  Happiny | 14/17 | Common | Holofoil | $19.62 |
| #7 |  Piplup | 15/17 | Common | Normal | $17.40 |
| #8 |  Luxio | 8/17 | Uncommon | Holofoil | $16.03 |
| #9 |  Cherrim | 6/17 | Uncommon | Normal | $12.98 |
| #10 |  Roseannes Research | 11/17 | Uncommon | Normal | $11.81 |
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 POP Series 8 master set
The POP Series 8 master set is 21 cards: 17 base + 4 reverse holos. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 17/17.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 6 | 35% |
| Uncommon | 6 | 35% |
| Rare | 5 | 29% |
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.
Ken Sugimori
4 cards in this set
Atsuko Nishida
2 cards in this set
Kouki Saitou
2 cards in this set
Kagemaru Himeno
2 cards in this set
Ryo Ueda
2 cards in this set
Masakazu Fukuda
2 cards in this set
POP Series 8 master set buying guide
Where to buy POP Series 8, 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 POP Series 8 sealed products
| Product | Market | |
|---|---|---|
| POP Series 8 Pack | $28.84 | Shop → |
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 $12.98 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 21-card POP Series 8 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 21 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 $10 raw.
POP Series 8 card list
Every card in the POP Series 8 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 |
|---|---|---|
Heatran1/17 · Rare | $4.54 | N Holo |
Lucario2/17 · Rare | $24.25 | N Holo |
Luxray3/17 · Rare | $34.94 | N Holo |
Probopass4/17 · Rare | $6.70 | N Holo |
Yanmega5/17 · Rare | $5.91 | N Holo |
Cherrim6/17 · Uncommon | $12.98 | N RH |
Carnivine7/17 · Uncommon | $5.97 | N RH |
Luxio8/17 · Uncommon | $16.03 | N Holo |
Night Maintenance9/17 · Uncommon | $2.81 | N |
Rare Candy10/17 · Uncommon | $7.90 | N |
Roseannes Research11/17 · Uncommon | $11.81 | N |
Chimchar12/17 · Common | $39.99 | N Holo RH |
Croagunk13/17 · Common | $30.65 | N Holo |
Happiny14/17 · Common | $19.62 | N Holo |
Piplup15/17 · Common | $17.40 | N |
Riolu16/17 · Common | $4.82 | N RH |
Turtwig17/17 · Common | $4.30 | N |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the POP Series 8 master set?▾
The POP Series 8 master set is 21 cards: 17 base cards, 4 reverse holofoils, and 0 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 17 unique cards, numbered 001/17 through the secret rares. Track all 21 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in POP Series 8?▾
The top chase card in POP Series 8 is Chimchar (Common) at $39.99. Other high-value cards include Riolu ($35.00) and Luxray ($34.94). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
What is the complete POP Series 8 master set card list?▾
The POP Series 8 set contains 17 base cards across 3 rarity tiers. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the POP Series 8 binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize POP Series 8 in a binder?▾
For 21 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 2 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 1 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 POP Series 8 master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for POP Series 8 with all 17 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 POP Series 8 worth collecting as a master set?▾
POP Series 8 has 17 unique cards. The manageable set size makes it a good choice for newer master set collectors. With 10 cards over $10, most of the value is concentrated in a few key cards.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner