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Welcome to Kalos

A 39-card XY Era expansion released in 2013, featuring cards like Tierno, Pokémon Catcher, Poké Ball.

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Difficulty

3/5 to complete

Avg Card Value

Varies

Market average

Top Card

Tierno

See market

Rarity Tier

Moderate

Overview

Kalos Starter Set is a 39-card expansion from the XY series, released on November 8, 2013. The set features Mega Evolution and BREAK cards alongside the standard mix of Pokemon, Trainer, and Energy cards. Notable cards include Tierno, Pokémon Catcher, Poké Ball, Furfrou.

Best for

Collectors who like XY aesthetics and still track reverse rows seriously
collectors pricing Kalos Starter Set (2013, 39 cards) as XY / BREAK / generations nostalgia cardboard — not as generic “old cards”
anyone specifically hunting Tierno / Pokémon Catcher and needing the rest of the set for context

Skip this path if

you only care about current SV meta cards
you expect every card in Kalos Starter Set to carry similar resale (bulk is bulk)

Common mistakes

Collectors mishandle Kalos Starter Set by ignoring reverse holo and special subset rows when “completing” a set. Tierno / Pokémon Catcher still does most of the economic work inside a 39-card list — do not price bulk like hits. Listings labeled only “XY / BREAK / generations nostalgia” are not a SKU: match set code xy0 (2013) before you match the art.

What to check first

Start with foil condition — XY foils scuff, and buyers notice. Then inspect Tierno / Pokémon Catcher under real light before anyone says “NM” or grade. Gap the rest with the Kalos Starter Set checklist; sealed product does not replace the expensive row.

Top of the chart

Most valuable cards

The top chase cards from Kalos Starter Set include Tierno, Pokémon Catcher, Poké Ball. Full art, secret rare, and alternate art variants carry the highest premiums. Other collectible cards include Furfrou, Fletchling, Bunnelby. Condition matters — near-mint copies command significantly higher prices than played cards.

Crushing Hammer

Poké Ball

Pokémon Catcher

Potion

Switch

Tierno

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Cards from Kalos Starter Set

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Tips to finish the set

With only 39 cards, Kalos Starter Set is a compact set that is achievable to complete. The smaller size means fewer chase cards, but those rares can still command premiums. A few well-chosen booster purchases plus targeted singles should get you there.

Step by step

How to Complete This Set

01

Identify Kalos Starter Set cards by set code xy0 / symbol — do not sort by art alone
02

Split bulk commons/uncommons from holos and special rarities before pricing
03

Track Tierno and Pokémon Catcher as priority singles, not pack EV fantasies
04

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

Scan with the app

Point the Pokex scanner at any Kalos Starter Set card to instantly identify the variant, check condition, and see current market prices. The scanner tracks your collection progress and highlights which cards you still need to complete the set.

FAQ

Common questions

01 How many cards are in Kalos Starter Set?

Kalos Starter Set contains 39 cards in total.

02 When was Kalos Starter Set released?

Kalos Starter Set was released on November 8, 2013 as part of the XY series.

03 What are the best cards in Kalos Starter Set?

Some of the most notable cards in Kalos Starter Set include Tierno, Pokémon Catcher, Poké Ball. The highest-value cards are typically the full art, secret rare, and alternate art variants.

04 How can I check the value of my Kalos Starter Set cards?

Use the Pokex scanner to instantly identify and price your Kalos Starter Set cards. The app pulls current market data so you always see up-to-date values based on condition and variant.