2008 106 cards

The Storm Arrives

Stormfront closed the Diamond & Pearl block with a secret rare Charizard that became one of the most valuable cards of the entire DP era.

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Difficulty

3/5 to complete

Avg Card Value

Varies

Market average

Top Card

Machamp LV.X

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Rarity Tier

Moderate

Overview

Stormfront, released November 5, 2008, is the final Diamond & Pearl block expansion with 106 cards. It is famous for its secret rare Charizard (#103) and the Machamp that dominated competitive play. The set also introduced shiny Pokemon cards as secret rares, starting a tradition that continues today.

Best for

People bridging EX into DP checklist habits
collectors pricing Stormfront (2008, 106 cards) as DP / Platinum era cardboard — not as generic “old cards”
anyone specifically hunting Machamp LV.X / Dusknoir LV.X and needing the rest of the set for context

Skip this path if

you only shop modern illustration rares and will not learn DP numbering
you expect every card in Stormfront to carry similar resale (bulk is bulk)

Common mistakes

Collectors mishandle Stormfront by missing LV.X / Prime-adjacent premiums while overpaying random holos. Machamp LV.X / Dusknoir LV.X still does most of the economic work inside a 106-card list — do not price bulk like hits. Listings labeled only “DP / Platinum era” are not a SKU: match set code dp7 (2008) before you match the art.

What to check first

Start with condition on textured or heavy-foil cards before grade talk. Then inspect Machamp LV.X / Dusknoir LV.X under real light before anyone says “NM” or grade. Gap the rest with the Stormfront checklist; sealed product does not replace the expensive row.

Top of the chart

Most valuable cards

The secret rare Charizard (#103) is the set's crown jewel and one of the most valuable DP-era cards overall. Machamp LV.X (#98) was a competitive powerhouse. Dusknoir LV.X (#96) and Heatran LV.X (#97) round out the LV.X lineup. The shiny Drifloon and Duskull secret rares are also collectible.

Charmander

Charmeleon

Charizard

Drifloon

Duskull

Voltorb

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Cards from Stormfront

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Tips to finish the set

Stormfront has 106 cards plus secret rares. The Charizard secret rare drives the set's premium pricing. If you are completing the master set, budget for the Charizard separately. The LV.X cards and remaining holos are more reasonably priced.

Step by step

How to Complete This Set

01

Identify Stormfront cards by set code dp7 / symbol — do not sort by art alone
02

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

Track Machamp LV.X and Dusknoir LV.X as priority singles, not pack EV fantasies
04

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

Scan with the app

Pokex instantly identifies the Stormfront Charizard and shiny secret rares, which can be confused with cards from other sets. The scanner verifies authenticity and condition for these high-value cards.

FAQ

Common questions

01 What is the Stormfront Charizard worth?

The secret rare Charizard (#103) from Stormfront is one of the most valuable DP-era cards. Near-mint copies sell for $200–$500, and PSA 10 graded copies can exceed $1,500. It features a unique artwork with a storm background.

02 Why was Machamp so good in Stormfront?

Machamp (#20) had the "Take Out" attack that knocked out any basic Pokemon for a single Fighting energy. Combined with Machamp LV.X, it dominated the format by countering popular basic Pokemon-based strategies.

03 What are the shiny secret rares in Stormfront?

Stormfront introduced shiny Pokemon secret rares, including shiny Drifloon (#SH1), Duskull (#SH2), and Voltorb (#SH3). These alternate-color cards started a tradition of shiny secret rares that continues in modern sets.

04 How many cards are in Stormfront?

Stormfront contains 106 numbered cards, including 3 LV.X cards and additional secret rares (the Charizard and shiny Pokemon), bringing the master set total higher.