Prepare for Trouble
The Team Rocket expansion introduced "Dark" Pokemon with sinister artwork, featuring villainous versions of fan favorites like Charizard, Blastoise, and Dragonite.
Difficulty
4/5 to complete
Avg Card Value
$6
Market average
Top Card
1st Edition Dark Charizard Holo
$1,200+
Rarity Tier
概览
Team Rocket launched April 24, 2000, featuring 83 cards with a dark theme centered on Team Rocket's villainous Pokemon. It introduced "Dark" Pokemon — corrupted versions of popular creatures — and the iconic "Here Comes Team Rocket!" trainer card.
最有价值的卡牌
Dark Charizard holo (#4) and Dark Blastoise holo (#3) are the most sought-after cards. Dark Dragonite (#5) holo and Rainbow Energy are also valuable. 1st Edition Dark Charizard PSA 10 sells for $15,000+. Dark Raichu (#83), the secret rare, is a prized collectible.
常见问题
01. What is Dark Raichu?
Dark Raichu (#83) is the first-ever secret rare in the Pokemon TCG. It was numbered 83/82, one card beyond the official set count. It is not a holographic card but is highly collected.
02. How much is a Dark Charizard holo worth?
An unlimited Dark Charizard holo in near mint condition sells for $80–$200. 1st Edition copies are worth significantly more, with PSA 10 grades reaching $15,000+.
03. What are Dark Pokemon?
Dark Pokemon are corrupted versions of regular Pokemon, trained by Team Rocket. They typically have different moves and darker-themed artwork compared to their standard counterparts.
04. Does Team Rocket have 1st Edition cards?
Yes. Team Rocket was released in both 1st Edition and unlimited prints. 1st Edition cards feature the black stamp on the left side below the artwork and carry a significant value premium.
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