2005 108 cards
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EX Deoxys showcased the mythical Deoxys in all four of its forms — Normal, Attack, Defense, and Speed — alongside the stunning Gold Star Rayquaza.

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Difficulty

3/5 to complete

Avg Card Value

Varies

Market average

Top Card

Deoxys ex

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Rarity Tier

Rare

Overview

EX Deoxys, released February 14, 2005, features 108 cards centered around the mythical Deoxys in all four of its forms. The set includes multiple Deoxys ex variants and is home to one of the most sought-after Gold Star cards in the entire TCG.

Best for

  • People chasing popular EX holos who already know bulk is a different market
  • collectors pricing Deoxys (2005, 108 cards) as EX-era cardboard — not as generic “old cards”
  • people building around Deoxys ex / Hariyama ex without pretending bulk pays the same

Skip this path if

  • you only want current SV SAR culture and will ignore EX-era checklist work
  • you expect every card in Deoxys to carry similar resale (bulk is bulk)

Common mistakes

If you only remember one thing about Deoxys: Deoxys ex / Hariyama ex is not interchangeable with every other print of those Pokemon. People still get burned by pricing a regular rare like the EX of the same Pokemon, then argue condition after they already overpaid. Confirm ex8 / the set symbol before comps — “EX-era lot” language is how wrong products get mixed.

What to check first

Verify set membership (ex8) and the collector number against the checklist — same character, different product. Condition pass on Deoxys ex / Hariyama ex before negotiation. Finish with a checklist gap list so you are not “completing” only the bulk.

Top of the chart

Most valuable cards

Rayquaza Gold Star (#107) is the headliner and one of the most valuable EX-era cards, selling for $1,000+ raw. The four Deoxys ex forms are all collectible. Hariyama ex and Shiftry ex round out the ex lineup.

Tips to finish the set

Collecting all four Deoxys forms makes a satisfying mini-goal within the set. The Rayquaza Gold Star is the ultimate chase card and will be the most expensive piece. Non-ex cards are affordable and fill out the 108-card set quickly.

Step by step

How to Complete This Set

  1. 01

    Identify Deoxys cards by set code ex8 / symbol — do not sort by art alone

  2. 02

    Split bulk commons/uncommons from holos and special rarities before pricing

  3. 03

    Track Deoxys ex and Hariyama ex as priority singles, not pack EV fantasies

  4. 04

    Scan or checklist-gap the rest after the chase budget is honest

Scan with the app

Pokex identifies all four Deoxys forms instantly and verifies the Rayquaza Gold Star authenticity. The scanner helps distinguish the different Deoxys ex variants, which can be confusing for newer collectors.

FAQ

Common questions

01 How much is Rayquaza Gold Star worth?

Rayquaza Gold Star (#107) from EX Deoxys sells for $1,000–$3,000 in near mint condition. PSA 10 copies can exceed $10,000. It is one of the most iconic Gold Star cards.

02 What are the four Deoxys forms?

Deoxys appears in Normal, Attack, Defense, and Speed forms. Each has a different Deoxys ex card with unique stats and attacks reflecting that form's strengths.

03 How many Pokemon-ex are in EX Deoxys?

EX Deoxys contains 8 Pokemon-ex cards, including 4 Deoxys ex variants (one per form) plus Hariyama ex, Shiftry ex, Rayquaza ex, and Camerupt ex.

04 Is EX Deoxys a good investment set?

The Rayquaza Gold Star makes EX Deoxys a top investment target. Sealed product has appreciated significantly. Individual Gold Star and ex cards continue to trend upward.

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