SM - Lost Thunder Master Set: 418 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2018
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SM - Lost Thunder chase cards & key targets
Mimikyu GX Secret leads SM - Lost Thunder at $307.82, with Lugia GX Secret ($240.16) and Professor Elms Lecture Full Art ($180.93) behind it. The top three alone are 22% 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 |  Mimikyu GX Secret | 226/214 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $307.82 |
| #2 |  Lugia GX Secret | 227/214 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $240.16 |
| #3 |  Professor Elms Lecture Full Art | 213/214 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $180.93 |
| #4 |  Mimikyu GX Full Art | 206/214 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $121.57 |
| #5 |  Lugia GX Full Art | 207/214 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $116.31 |
| #6 |  Shuckle GX Secret | 215/214 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $105.85 |
| #7 |  Tyranitar GX Secret | 223/214 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $105.05 |
| #8 |  Suicune GX Secret | 220/214 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $103.64 |
| #9 |  Whitney Full Art | 214/214 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $92.06 |
| #10 |  Alolan Ninetales GX Secret | 225/214 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $91.79 |
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 SM - Lost Thunder master set
The SM - Lost Thunder master set is 418 cards: 214 base + 178 reverse holos + 22 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 214/214.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Uncommon | 63 | 29% |
| Common | 56 | 26% |
| Rare | 38 | 18% |
| Ultra Rare | 33 | 15% |
| Secret Rare | 22 | 10% |
| Holo Rare | 21 | 10% |
| Prism Rare | 7 | 3% |
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.
5ban Graphics
29 cards in this set
Ken Sugimori
19 cards in this set
Yoshinobu Saito
10 cards in this set
Toyste Beach
9 cards in this set
nagimiso
6 cards in this set
Ayaka Yoshida
6 cards in this set
SM - Lost Thunder master set buying guide
Where to buy SM - Lost Thunder, 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 SM - Lost Thunder sealed products
| Product | Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Lost Thunder Booster Box | $1582.50 | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Elite Trainer Box | $690.38 | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Build & Battle Box | $193.07 | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Booster Pack | $59.36 | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Theme Deck - "Blazing Volcano" [Entei] | $34.94 | Shop → |
| Fall 2018 Collector Chest | — | Shop → |
| Flareon GX Special Collection | — | Shop → |
| Island Guardians GX Premium Collection | — | Shop → |
| Island Guardians GX Premium Pin Collection | — | Shop → |
| Jolteon GX Special Collection | — | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder 3 Pack Blister [Alolan Exeggutor] | — | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder 3 Pack Blister [Altaria] | — | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Booster Pack Art Bundle [Set of 4] | — | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Fun Pack | — | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Launch Kit | — | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Single Pack Blister [Rowlett] | — | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Single Pack Blister [Salandit] | — | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Sleeved Booster Pack Art Bundle [Set of 4] | — | Shop → |
| Lost Thunder Theme Deck - "Storm Caller" [Raikou] | — | Shop → |
| Vaporeon GX Special 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 $2.1 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 SM - Lost Thunder binder planner →
Storage & protection
Protect your 418-card SM - Lost Thunder 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 418 cards, plan on 24 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 5 packs for full coverage.
Top loaders
Chase cards · $15–25/pack
Rigid protection for SIRs and grading candidates. Essential for anything over $50 raw.
SM - Lost Thunder card list
Every card in the SM - Lost Thunder 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 |
|---|---|---|
Tangela1/214 · Common | $0.48 | N RH |
Tangrowth2/214 · Rare | $0.31 | N RH |
Scyther3/214 · Common | $0.32 | N RH |
Pinsir4/214 · Uncommon | $0.15 | N RH |
Chikorita 55/214 · Common | $0.55 | N RH |
Chikorita 66/214 · Common | $0.37 | N RH |
Bayleef7/214 · Uncommon | $0.85 | N RH |
Meganium8/214 · Holo Rare | $5.72 | Holo RH |
Spinarak9/214 · Common | $0.21 | N RH |
Ariados10/214 · Uncommon | $0.24 | N RH |
Hoppip 1111/214 · Common | $0.22 | N RH |
Hoppip 1212/214 · Common | $0.26 | N RH |
Skiploom13/214 · Uncommon | $0.43 | N RH |
Jumpluff14/214 · Holo Rare | $1.65 | Holo RH |
Pineco15/214 · Common | $0.19 | N RH |
Shuckle16/214 · Uncommon | $0.36 | N RH |
Shuckle GX17/214 · Ultra Rare | $9.99 | Holo |
Heracross18/214 · Uncommon | $0.34 | N RH |
Celebi Prism Star19/214 · Prism Rare | $14.07 | Holo |
Treecko20/214 · Common | $0.61 | N RH |
Grovyle21/214 · Uncommon | $0.56 | N RH |
Sceptile GX22/214 · Ultra Rare | $10.75 | Holo |
Wurmple 2323/214 · Common | $0.29 | N RH |
Wurmple 2424/214 · Common | $0.31 | N RH |
Silcoon25/214 · Uncommon | $0.28 | N RH |
Beautifly26/214 · Rare | $0.67 | N RH |
Cascoon27/214 · Uncommon | $0.34 | N RH |
Dustox28/214 · Rare | $0.47 | N RH |
Nincada29/214 · Common | $0.14 | N RH |
Ninjask30/214 · Uncommon | $0.05 | N RH |
Combee31/214 · Common | $0.25 | N RH |
Vespiquen32/214 · Uncommon | $0.22 | N RH |
Shaymin33/214 · Holo Rare | $4.44 | Holo RH |
Virizion GX34/214 · Ultra Rare | $2.33 | Holo |
Skiddo35/214 · Common | $0.20 | N RH |
Gogoat36/214 · Uncommon | $0.36 | N RH |
Tapu Bulu37/214 · Holo Rare | $0.91 | Holo RH |
Moltres38/214 · Rare | $0.86 | N RH |
Cyndaquil 3939/214 · Common | $0.34 | N RH |
Cyndaquil 4040/214 · Common | $0.38 | N RH |
Quilava41/214 · Uncommon | $0.45 | N RH |
Typhlosion42/214 · Holo Rare | $12.08 | Holo RH |
Slugma43/214 · Common | $0.10 | N RH |
Magcargo GX44/214 · Ultra Rare | $2.08 | Holo |
Houndour45/214 · Common | $0.28 | N RH |
Houndoom46/214 · Rare | $1.28 | N RH |
Entei47/214 · Rare | $2.52 | N RH |
Heatran48/214 · Holo Rare | $0.42 | Holo RH |
Victini49/214 · Rare | $0.93 | N RH |
Litleo50/214 · Common | $0.16 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the SM - Lost Thunder master set?▾
The SM - Lost Thunder master set is 418 cards: 214 base cards, 178 reverse holofoils, and 22 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 236 unique cards, numbered 001/214 through the secret rares. Track all 418 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in SM - Lost Thunder?▾
The top chase card in SM - Lost Thunder is Mimikyu GX Secret (Secret Rare) at $307.82. Other high-value cards include Lugia GX Secret ($240.16) and Professor Elms Lecture Full Art ($180.93). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a SM - Lost Thunder master set cost?▾
A complete SM - Lost Thunder master set is estimated at $3,291 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 SM - Lost Thunder master set card list?▾
The SM - Lost Thunder set contains 214 base cards across 7 rarity tiers plus 22 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the SM - Lost Thunder binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize SM - Lost Thunder in a binder?▾
For 418 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 24 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 18 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 SM - Lost Thunder master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for SM - Lost Thunder with all 236 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 SM - Lost Thunder worth collecting as a master set?▾
SM - Lost Thunder has 236 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $3,291. It is a large and ambitious master set that requires significant commitment. With 52 cards over $10, the set has strong chase card appeal.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner