The e-Reader Era Begins
Expedition Base Set launched the e-Reader series with dot-code technology, larger card pools, and some of the most beautiful holographic artwork in TCG history.
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Expedition Base Set, released September 15, 2002, kicked off the e-Reader era with 165 cards. Cards featured dot codes on the bottom that could be scanned with the Game Boy Advance e-Reader accessory. It introduced a new card layout with a wider artwork window.
Carte Più Preziose
Charizard holo (#6) and its reverse holo variant are the most valuable, with the reverse holo being particularly expensive due to the unique e-Reader holo pattern. Mewtwo holo, Feraligatr holo, and Typhlosion holo are also premium cards.
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01. What is the e-Reader feature on Expedition cards?
The e-Reader feature is a dot code strip at the bottom of each card that could be scanned using a Game Boy Advance e-Reader accessory to unlock mini-games, Pokedex data, or short animations.
02. How much is Expedition Charizard worth?
The holo Charizard (#6) sells for $200–$500 in near mint condition. The reverse holo version is even more valuable, often exceeding $500–$1,000+ due to its unique holographic pattern.
03. Why are e-Reader era cards gaining value?
E-Reader era cards had limited English print runs and were undervalued for years. As WOTC-era collecting has matured, these sets are being recognized for their beautiful artwork and relative scarcity.
04. How many cards are in Expedition Base Set?
Expedition Base Set contains 165 cards, making it one of the largest WOTC-era sets. This includes holo rares, non-holo rares, uncommons, commons, and energy cards.
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