A New Generation Rises
Diamond & Pearl launched the fourth generation of the Pokemon TCG, introducing LV.X cards and the Sinnoh region starters that defined a new era of competitive play.
Difficulty
Avg Card Value
$3
Top Card
Infernape LV.X
$300+
Rarity Tier
Moderate
Visão Geral
Diamond & Pearl, released May 23, 2007, kicked off the DP era with 130 cards featuring Generation IV Pokemon from the Sinnoh region. It introduced the powerful LV.X mechanic — cards that level up existing Pokemon for boosted HP and devastating attacks. The set also debuted the modern card layout with the silver border.
Cartas Mais Valiosas
Infernape LV.X (#121) is the top chase card, followed by Empoleon LV.X (#120) and Torterra LV.X (#122). The holographic Dialga (#1) and Palkia (#11) are iconic legendaries. Lucario (#6) holo is highly sought after due to the Pokemon's enduring popularity.
Dicas de Conclusão
Diamond & Pearl has 130 cards including 3 LV.X cards. The LV.X cards are the hardest pulls and carry the most value. Start with commons and uncommons, which are widely available in bulk lots, and target the holos and LV.X cards individually.
Como Completar Esta Serie
- 1 Scan Diamond & Pearl cards to identify LV.X variants
- 2 Check for the diamond and pearl set symbol on the right side
- 3 Track all LV.X cards as a subset — they are gaining value
- 4 Complete the 130-card base set for a solid Sinnoh collection
Scan with Pokex
Pokex identifies DP-era cards by their silver border design and recognizes LV.X cards instantly. The scanner helps distinguish Diamond & Pearl base from other DP-era sets and verifies card condition for accurate valuations.
Perguntas Frequentes
Q1 What are LV.X cards in Diamond & Pearl?
LV.X cards are powerful upgrades that "level up" an existing Pokemon in play. They retain the attacks of the Pokemon underneath while adding new abilities and higher HP. Diamond & Pearl introduced this mechanic with three starter LV.X cards.
Q2 How many cards are in Diamond & Pearl base set?
The Diamond & Pearl base set contains 130 cards: 3 LV.X cards, multiple holographic rares, reverse holos, uncommons, and commons featuring Generation IV Sinnoh Pokemon.
Q3 What is the most valuable Diamond & Pearl card?
Infernape LV.X (#121) is generally the most valuable card, with near-mint copies selling for $40–$100. Empoleon LV.X and Torterra LV.X are close behind. Holographic Dialga and Palkia are also premium cards.
Q4 When did the Diamond & Pearl TCG set release?
Diamond & Pearl was released on May 23, 2007, alongside the Nintendo DS games. It was the first set to feature the modern silver-bordered card design.
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