Southern Islands Master Set: 24 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2001 · Prices: 67% coverage
Cost estimates are approximate — 6 cards missing market data.
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Southern Islands chase cards & key targets
Mew leads Southern Islands at $482.71, with Slowking ($253.47) and Togepi ($191.03) behind it. The top three alone are 25% 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 |  Mew | 1/18 | Unknown | Reverse Holo | $482.71 |
| #2 |  Slowking | 14/18 | Promo | Reverse Holo | $253.47 |
| #3 |  Togepi | 4/18 | Unknown | Reverse Holo | $191.03 |
| #4 |  Marill | 11/18 | Promo | Reverse Holo | $143.00 |
| #5 |  Vileplume | 17/18 | Promo | Reverse Holo | $89.07 |
| #6 |  Wartortle | 15/18 | Promo | Normal | $69.30 |
| #7 |  Lapras | 12/18 | Promo | Normal | $65.06 |
| #8 |  Jigglypuff | 8/18 | Unknown | Normal | $64.74 |
| #9 |  Ledyba | 7/18 | Unknown | Reverse Holo | $61.72 |
| #10 |  Ivysaur | 5/18 | Unknown | Normal | $61.23 |
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 Southern Islands master set
The Southern Islands master set is 24 cards: 18 base + 6 reverse holos. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 18/18.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 9 | 50% |
| Promo | 8 | 44% |
| Rare | 1 | 6% |
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.
Keiko Fukuyama
9 cards in this set
Naoyo Kimura
9 cards in this set
Southern Islands master set buying guide
Where to buy Southern Islands, 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 Southern Islands sealed products
| Product | Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Southern Islands Collection | — | 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 $71.39 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 Southern Islands binder planner →
Storage & protection
Protect your 24-card Southern Islands 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 24 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.
Southern Islands card list
Every card in the Southern Islands 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 |
|---|---|---|
Mew1/18 | $624.04 | RH |
Pidgeot2/18 | $45.09 | N |
Onix3/18 | $59.79 | N |
Togepi4/18 | $223.13 | RH |
Ivysaur5/18 | $71.39 | N |
Raticate6/18 | $34.69 | N |
Ledyba7/18 | $64.17 | RH |
Jigglypuff8/18 | $72.26 | N |
Butterfree9/18 | $49.85 | N |
Tentacruel10/18 · Promo | $54.90 | N |
Marill11/18 · Promo | $166.85 | RH |
Lapras12/18 · Promo | $76.40 | N |
Exeggutor13/18 · Promo | $44.06 | N |
Slowking14/18 · Promo | $349.08 | RH |
Wartortle15/18 · Promo | $81.08 | N |
Lickitung16/18 · Rare | $40.29 | N |
Vileplume17/18 · Promo | $93.63 | RH |
Primeape18/18 · Promo | $39.31 | N |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Southern Islands master set?▾
The Southern Islands master set is 24 cards: 18 base cards, 6 reverse holofoils, and 0 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 18 unique cards, numbered 001/18 through the secret rares. Track all 24 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in Southern Islands?▾
The top chase card in Southern Islands is Mew (Unknown) at $482.71. Other high-value cards include Slowking ($253.47) and Togepi ($191.03). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a Southern Islands master set cost?▾
A complete Southern Islands master set is estimated at $1,855–$5,539 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 Southern Islands master set card list?▾
The Southern Islands set contains 18 base cards across 3 rarity tiers. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the Southern Islands binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize Southern Islands in a binder?▾
For 24 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 Southern Islands master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for Southern Islands with all 18 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 Southern Islands worth collecting as a master set?▾
Southern Islands has 18 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $1,855–$5,539. The manageable set size makes it a good choice for newer master set collectors. With 18 cards over $10, most of the value is concentrated in a few key cards.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner