Sword & Shield Base Set Master Set: 399 Cards, Checklist & Prices
By Cardrake Research Team · Updated
Released 2020
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Sword & Shield Base Set chase cards & key targets
Snorlax VMAX Secret leads Sword & Shield Base Set at $104.10, with Snorlax VMAX ($56.98) and Marnie Full Art ($33.80) behind it. The top three alone are 30% 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 |  Snorlax VMAX Secret | 206/202 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $104.10 |
| #2 |  Snorlax VMAX | 142/202 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $56.98 |
| #3 |  Marnie Full Art | 200/202 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $33.80 |
| #4 |  Snorlax V Full Art | 197/202 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $33.75 |
| #5 |  Morpeko VMAX Secret | 204/202 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $26.38 |
| #6 |  Lapras VMAX Secret | 203/202 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $21.82 |
| #7 |  Zacian V Secret | 211/202 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $21.60 |
| #8 |  Marnie Secret | 208/202 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $20.09 |
| #9 |  Morpeko V Full Art | 190/202 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $14.11 |
| #10 |  Zamazenta V Secret | 212/202 | Secret Rare | Holofoil | $13.81 |
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 Sword & Shield Base Set master set
The Sword & Shield Base Set master set is 399 cards: 202 base + 174 reverse holos + 23 secret rares. That covers every printed variant — reverse holofoils, secret rares, and the special-art chase cards numbered past 202/202.
About this set
Rarity breakdown
| Rarity | Cards | Share of printed set |
|---|---|---|
| Common | 69 | 34% |
| Uncommon | 56 | 28% |
| Rare | 32 | 16% |
| Ultra Rare | 25 | 12% |
| Secret Rare | 14 | 7% |
| Rare Holo V | 10 | 5% |
| Rare Holo | 9 | 4% |
| Holo Rare | 8 | 4% |
| Rare Holo VMAX | 2 | 1% |
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
19 cards in this set
kirisAki
10 cards in this set
Kouki Saitou
8 cards in this set
Akira Komayama
8 cards in this set
aky CG Works
8 cards in this set
Shin Nagasawa
7 cards in this set
Sword & Shield Base Set master set buying guide
Where to buy Sword & Shield Base Set, which sealed product is worth the money, and when to pull the trigger.
Packs or singles?
Singles purchasing recommended over sealed product
All Sword & Shield Base Set sealed products
| Product | Market | |
|---|---|---|
| Sword & Shield Booster Box | $688.99 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Elite Trainer Box [Set of 2] | $365.39 | Shop → |
| Legends of Galar Tin + Galar Partners Tin 2-pack [Zacian V/Rillaboom V] (Retail Exclusive) | $179.99 | Shop → |
| Legends of Galar Tin + Galar Partners Tin 2-pack [Zamazenta V/Inteleon V] (Retail Exclusive) | $179.99 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Elite Trainer Box [Zacian] | $171.89 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Elite Trainer Box [Zamazenta] | $169.86 | Shop → |
| Galar Partners Box [Inteleon V] | $166.50 | Shop → |
| Galar Partners Box [Cinderace V] | $162.73 | Shop → |
| Snorlax Pin Collection | $160.00 | Shop → |
| Spring 2020 Collector's Chest Tin | $155.31 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Build & Battle Box | $103.17 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield 3 Pack Blister [Morpeko] | $64.99 | Shop → |
| Morpeko Pin Collection | $60.16 | Shop → |
| Sword And Shield Base Set Sleeved Booster Pack Art Bundle [Set of 4] | $54.33 | Shop → |
| Sword and Shield Base Set Booster Pack Art Bundle [Set of 4] | $50.90 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Single Blister Pack [Wooloo] | $18.49 | Shop → |
| Sword and Shield Base Set Sleeved Booster Pack | $16.44 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Theme Deck [Cinderace] | $16.32 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Theme Deck [Rillaboom] | $15.04 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Single Blister Pack [Gossifleur] | $14.99 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Theme Deck [Inteleon] | $14.08 | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Booster Pack | $11.06 | Shop → |
| Galar Partners Box [Rillaboom V] | — | Shop → |
| Galar Partners International Tin [Cinderace V] | — | Shop → |
| Galar Partners International Tin [Inteleon V] | — | Shop → |
| Galar Partners International Tin [Rillaboom V] | — | Shop → |
| Galar Partners International Tin [Set of 3] | — | Shop → |
| Galar Partners Tin [Cinderace V] | — | Shop → |
| Galar Partners Tin [Inteleon V] | — | Shop → |
| Galar Partners Tin [Rillaboom V] | — | Shop → |
| Galar Partners Tin [Set of 3] | — | Shop → |
| Legends of Galar Tin + Galar Partners Tin 2-pack [Zacian V/Cinderace V] (Retail Exclusive) | — | Shop → |
| Legends of Galar Tin + Galar Partners Tin 2-pack [Zacian V/Inteleon V] (Retail Exclusive) | — | Shop → |
| Legends of Galar Tin + Galar Partners Tin 2-pack [Zamazenta V/Cinderace V] (Retail Exclusive) | — | Shop → |
| Legends of Galar Tin + Galar Partners Tin 2-pack [Zamazenta V/Rillaboom V] (Retail Exclusive) | — | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield 3 Pack Blister [Galarian Ponyta] | — | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Booster Box Case | — | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Build & Battle Display | — | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Single Blister Pack [Type:Null & Silvally] | — | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Single Blister Pack [Wimpod & Golisopod] | — | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Theme Deck Display | — | Shop → |
| Sword & Shield Trial Deck [Set of 3] | — | Shop → |
| Toxtricity V Box | — | 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 $0.49 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 Sword & Shield Base Set binder planner →
Storage & protection
Protect your 399-card Sword & Shield 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 399 cards, plan on 23 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 4 packs for full coverage.
Top loaders
Chase cards · $15–25/pack
Rigid protection for SIRs and grading candidates. Essential for anything over $26 raw.
Sword & Shield Base Set card list
Every card in the Sword & Shield 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 |
|---|---|---|
Celebi V1/202 · Rare Holo V | $1.65 | Holo |
Roselia2/202 · Common | $0.18 | N RH |
Roselia3/202 · Common | $0.14 | N RH |
Roserade4/202 · Rare | $0.28 | N RH |
Cottonee5/202 · Common | $0.03 | N RH |
Whimsicott6/202 · Rare | $0.29 | N RH |
Maractus7/202 · Common | $0.17 | N RH |
Durant8/202 · Rare | $0.04 | N RH |
Dhelmise V9/202 · Rare Holo V | $0.73 | Holo |
Grookey10/202 · Common | $0.17 | N RH |
Grookey11/202 · Common | $0.24 | N RH |
Thwackey12/202 · Uncommon | $0.04 | N RH |
Thwackey13/202 · Uncommon | $0.04 | N RH |
Rillaboom14/202 · Rare Holo | $0.28 | Holo RH |
Rillaboom15/202 · Rare | $0.33 | N RH |
Blipbug16/202 · Common | $0.01 | N RH |
Blipbug17/202 · Common | $0.13 | N RH |
Dottler18/202 · Uncommon | $0.07 | N RH |
Orbeetle19/202 · Rare | $0.14 | N RH |
Gossifleur20/202 · Common | $0.11 | N RH |
Eldegoss21/202 · Uncommon | $0.05 | N RH |
Vulpix22/202 · Common | $0.28 | N RH |
Ninetales23/202 · Rare | $0.47 | N RH |
Torkoal V24/202 · Rare Holo V | $0.89 | Holo |
Victini V25/202 · Rare Holo V | $0.84 | Holo |
Heatmor26/202 · Uncommon | $0.03 | N RH |
Salandit27/202 · Common | $0.03 | N RH |
Salazzle28/202 · Uncommon | $0.24 | N RH |
Turtonator29/202 · Rare | $0.22 | N RH |
Scorbunny30/202 · Common | $0.15 | N RH |
Scorbunny31/202 · Common | $0.15 | N RH |
Raboot32/202 · Uncommon | $0.25 | N RH |
Raboot33/202 · Uncommon | $0.04 | N RH |
Cinderace34/202 · Rare Holo | $0.33 | Holo RH |
Cinderace35/202 · Rare Holo | $0.39 | Holo RH |
Cinderace36/202 · Rare | $0.27 | N RH |
Sizzlipede37/202 · Common | $0.14 | N RH |
Sizzlipede38/202 · Common | $0.08 | N RH |
Centiskorch39/202 · Rare | $0.28 | N RH |
Shellder40/202 · Common | $0.05 | N RH |
Cloyster41/202 · Rare | $0.21 | N RH |
Krabby42/202 · Common | $0.23 | N RH |
Krabby43/202 · Common | $0.07 | N RH |
Kingler44/202 · Uncommon | $0.21 | N RH |
Goldeen45/202 · Common | $0.02 | N RH |
Goldeen46/202 · Common | $0.05 | N RH |
Seaking47/202 · Uncommon | $0.05 | N RH |
Lapras48/202 · Rare | $0.39 | N RH |
Lapras V49/202 · Rare Holo V | $4.39 | Holo |
Lapras VMAX50/202 · Rare Holo VMAX | $5.59 | Holo |
Frequently asked questions
How many cards are in the Sword & Shield Base Set master set?▾
The Sword & Shield Base Set master set is 399 cards: 202 base cards, 174 reverse holofoils, and 23 secret rares and special-art cards. The base set alone is 225 unique cards, numbered 001/202 through the secret rares. Track all 399 with the free interactive checklist on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
What are the chase cards in Sword & Shield Base Set?▾
The top chase card in Sword & Shield Base Set is Snorlax VMAX Secret (Secret Rare) at $104.10. Other high-value cards include Snorlax VMAX ($56.98) and Marnie Full Art ($33.80). See the full chase card rankings above for current prices.
See also: Chase card rankings, Binder layout planner
How much does a Sword & Shield Base Set master set cost?▾
A complete Sword & Shield Base Set master set is estimated at $657 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 Sword & Shield Base Set master set card list?▾
The Sword & Shield Base Set set contains 202 base cards across 9 rarity tiers plus 23 secret rares. View the complete card list with images, prices, and rarity information on the Sword & Shield Base Set binder layout page on Cardrake.
See also: Binder layout planner
How should I organize Sword & Shield Base Set in a binder?▾
For 399 cards (including reverse holos), a 9-pocket binder needs 23 double-sided pages and a 12-pocket binder needs 17 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 Sword & Shield Base Set master set checklist?▾
Yes — Cardrake provides a visual master set checklist for Sword & Shield Base Set with all 225 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 Sword & Shield Base Set worth collecting as a master set?▾
Sword & Shield Base Set has 225 unique cards with an estimated completion cost of $657. It is a mid-sized master set that offers a solid collecting challenge. With 14 cards over $10, most of the value is concentrated in a few key cards.
See also: Master set guide, Binder layout planner