Scarlet & Violet Base Set Master Set: 444 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2023
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Scarlet & Violet Base Set chase cards & key targets
Gardevoir ex leads Scarlet & Violet Base Set at $69.16, with Drowzee ($48.04) and Ralts ($42.59) behind it. The top three alone are 21% 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 |  Gardevoir ex | 245/198 | Special Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $69.16 |
| #2 |  Drowzee | 210/198 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $48.04 |
| #3 |  Ralts | 211/198 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $42.59 |
| #4 |  Slowpoke | 204/198 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $39.31 |
| #5 |  Kirlia | 212/198 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $35.80 |
| #6 |  Riolu | 215/198 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $32.76 |
| #7 |  Fidough | 213/198 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $24.92 |
| #8 |  Miraidon ex | 244/198 | Special Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $22.59 |
| #9 |  Koraidon ex | 247/198 | Special Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $22.48 |
| #10 |  Wiglett | 206/198 | Illustration Rare | Holofoil | $20.48 |
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 Scarlet & Violet Base Set master set
The Scarlet & Violet Base Set master set is 444 cards: 198 base + 186 reverse holos + 60 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 198/198.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 105 | 53% |
| Uncommon | 60 | 30% |
| Illustration Rare | 24 | 12% |
| Rare | 21 | 11% |
| Ultra Rare | 20 | 10% |
| Double Rare | 12 | 6% |
| Special Illustration Rare | 10 | 5% |
| Hyper Rare | 6 | 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.
Kouki Saitou
14 cards in this set
nagimiso
11 cards in this set
5ban Graphics
11 cards in this set
Tika Matsuno
10 cards in this set
kantaro
9 cards in this set
Studio Bora Inc.
9 cards in this set
Scarlet & Violet Base Set master set buying guide
Where to buy Scarlet & Violet Base Set, 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 Scarlet & Violet Base Set sealed products
| Product | Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Scarlet & Violet Booster Box Case | $1710.62 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Sleeved Booster Case | $1431.49 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Box Case | $1399.49 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Build & Battle Box Display | $389.90 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Pokemon Center Elite Trainer Box (Exclusive) [Miraidon] | $317.86 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Booster Box | $296.11 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Pokemon Center Elite Trainer Box (Exclusive) [Koraidon] | $287.39 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Boxes [Set of 2] | $262.25 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Box [Miraidon] | $144.95 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Elite Trainer Box [Koraidon] | $130.74 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Booster Bundle | $104.49 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Build & Battle Stadium | $87.70 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Sleeved Booster Pack Bundle [Set of 8] | $83.26 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet 3 Pack Blister [Set of 2] | $63.25 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Sleeved Booster Pack Art Bundle [Set of 4] | $43.46 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Build & Battle Box | $40.94 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Booster Pack Art Bundle [Set of 4] | $39.11 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet 3 Pack Blister [Arcanine] | $35.56 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet 3 Pack Blister [Dondozo] | $30.95 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Premium Checklane Blister [Machamp] | $30.00 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Single Pack Blister [Set of 2] | $23.56 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Single Pack Blister [Espathra] | $13.20 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Single Pack Blister [Spidops] | $13.12 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Premium Checklane Blister [Hisuian Zoroark] | $12.00 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Sleeved Booster Pack | $11.05 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Booster Pack | $8.95 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Fun Pack | $7.17 | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Half Booster Box | — | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Premium Checklane Blister [Gengar] | — | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Premium Checklane Blister [Hisuian Arcanine] | — | Shop → |
| Scarlet & Violet Premium Checklane Blister [Set of 2] | — | 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 $0.27 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 Scarlet & Violet Base Set binder planner →
Storage & protection
Protect your 444-card Scarlet & Violet Base Set 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 444 cards, plan on 25 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 $17 raw.
Scarlet & Violet Base Set card list
Every card in the Scarlet & Violet Base Set 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 |
|---|---|---|
Pineco1/198 · Common | $0.13 | N RH |
Heracross2/198 · Uncommon | $0.06 | N RH |
Shroomish3/198 · Common | $0.10 | N RH |
Breloom4/198 · Uncommon | $0.12 | N RH |
Cacnea5/198 · Common | $0.17 | N RH |
Cacturne6/198 · Uncommon | $0.10 | N RH |
Tropius7/198 · Common | $0.09 | N RH |
Scatterbug8/198 · Common | $0.17 | N RH |
Spewpa9/198 · Common | $0.12 | N RH |
Vivillon10/198 · Uncommon | $0.12 | N RH |
Skiddo11/198 · Common | $0.11 | N RH |
Gogoat12/198 · Common | $0.16 | N RH |
Sprigatito13/198 · Common | $0.24 | N RH |
Floragato14/198 · Uncommon | $0.12 | N RH |
Meowscarada15/198 · Rare | $0.27 | Holo RH |
Tarountula16/198 · Common | $0.15 | N RH |
Tarountula17/198 · Common | $0.09 | N RH |
Tarountula18/198 · Common | $0.12 | N RH |
Spidops ex19/198 · Double Rare | $0.61 | Holo |
Smoliv20/198 · Common | $0.15 | N RH |
Smoliv21/198 · Common | $0.14 | N RH |
Dolliv22/198 · Common | $0.11 | N RH |
Arboliva23/198 · Rare | $0.18 | Holo RH |
Toedscool24/198 · Common | $0.11 | N RH |
Toedscool25/198 · Common | $0.12 | N RH |
Toedscruel26/198 · Uncommon | $0.07 | N RH |
Capsakid27/198 · Common | $0.16 | N RH |
Capsakid28/198 · Common | $0.17 | N RH |
Scovillain29/198 · Uncommon | $0.12 | N RH |
Growlithe30/198 · Common | $0.16 | N RH |
Growlithe31/198 · Common | $0.17 | N RH |
Arcanine ex32/198 · Double Rare | $1.24 | Holo |
Houndour33/198 · Common | $0.12 | N RH |
Houndoom34/198 · Common | $0.19 | N RH |
Torkoal35/198 · Uncommon | $0.14 | N RH |
Fuecoco36/198 · Common | $0.16 | N RH |
Crocalor37/198 · Uncommon | $0.14 | N RH |
Skeledirge38/198 · Rare | $0.23 | Holo RH |
Charcadet39/198 · Common | $0.13 | N RH |
Charcadet40/198 · Common | $0.16 | N RH |
Armarouge41/198 · Rare | $0.21 | Holo RH |
Slowpoke42/198 · Common | $0.19 | N RH |
Slowbro43/198 · Rare | $0.38 | Holo RH |
Magikarp44/198 · Common | $0.19 | N RH |
Gyarados ex45/198 · Double Rare | $1.87 | Holo |
Buizel46/198 · Common | $0.12 | N RH |
Floatzel47/198 · Uncommon | $0.09 | N RH |
Alomomola48/198 · Common | $0.14 | N RH |
Clauncher49/198 · Common | $0.10 | N RH |
Clawitzer50/198 · Common | $0.08 | N RH |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Scarlet & Violet Base Set master set?▾
The Scarlet & Violet Base Set master set is 444 cards: 198 base cards, 186 reverse holofoils, and 60 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 258 unique cards, numbered 001/198 through the secret rares. Track all 444 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in Scarlet & Violet Base Set?▾
The top chase card in Scarlet & Violet Base Set is Gardevoir ex (Special Illustration Rare) at $69.16. Other high-value cards include Drowzee ($48.04) and Ralts ($42.59). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a Scarlet & Violet Base Set master set cost?▾
A complete Scarlet & Violet Base Set master set is estimated at $766 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 Scarlet & Violet Base Set master set card list?▾
The Scarlet & Violet Base Set set contains 198 base cards across 8 rarity tiers plus 60 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the Scarlet & Violet Base Set binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize Scarlet & Violet Base Set in a binder?▾
For 444 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 25 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 19 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 Scarlet & Violet Base Set master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for Scarlet & Violet Base Set with all 258 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
What are the Special Illustration Rares (SIRs) in Scarlet & Violet Base Set?▾
Scarlet & Violet Base Set has 10 Special Illustration Rares: Spidops ex (243/198), Miraidon ex (244/198), Gardevoir ex (245/198), Great Tusk ex (246/198), Koraidon ex (247/198), Iron Treads ex (248/198), Arven (249/198), Jacq (250/198), Miriam (251/198), Penny (252/198). SIRs are the set's premier chase cards — check the chase card rankings above for current market prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
Is Scarlet & Violet Base Set worth collecting as a master set?▾
Scarlet & Violet Base Set has 258 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $766. It is a large and ambitious master set that requires significant commitment. With 19 cards over $10, most of the value is concentrated in a few key cards.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner