2008-02-13 106 cards

Light Meets Dark

Great Encounters brought the legendary Darkrai and Cresselia into the TCG as LV.X cards, along with a host of powerful Sinnoh Pokemon across 106 cards.

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Resumen

Great Encounters, released February 13, 2008, is the fourth Diamond & Pearl expansion with 106 cards. It featured the debut of Darkrai and Cresselia as LV.X cards, representing the contrast between darkness and light. The set also included evolutions for many popular Sinnoh Pokemon.

Cartas Más Valiosas

Darkrai LV.X (#104) is the top chase card thanks to Darkrai's enduring popularity. Cresselia LV.X (#103) is the other headline LV.X. Pachirisu (#5) became a beloved competitive staple. Blaziken holo and Togekiss holo are also collected.

Consejos de Completitud

At 106 cards, Great Encounters is one of the smaller DP sets. The 2 LV.X cards are the primary expense. The set has strong thematic appeal with its light-versus-dark motif. Focus on acquiring the LV.X cards and holos as singles for cost-effective completion.

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Preguntas Frecuentes

Q1 What are the chase cards in Great Encounters?

Darkrai LV.X (#104) and Cresselia LV.X (#103) are the top pulls. Darkrai LV.X is particularly popular due to its Dark Pulse Poke-Power and Darkrai's fan-favorite status across all Pokemon media.

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Q2 How many cards are in Great Encounters?

Great Encounters contains 106 cards including 2 LV.X cards, holographic rares, non-holo rares, uncommons, and commons from the Sinnoh region.

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Q3 Is Darkrai LV.X from Great Encounters valuable?

Yes, Darkrai LV.X typically sells for $25–$70 in near-mint condition. Its popularity as a character keeps demand steady. PSA 10 graded copies can sell for $150+.

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Q4 What makes Great Encounters unique in the DP era?

Great Encounters introduced the Darkrai/Cresselia light-and-dark legendary pair to the TCG. It was also one of the smaller DP sets, making it relatively approachable for collectors.

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