Prepare for Trouble
The Team Rocket expansion introduced "Dark" Pokemon with sinister artwork, featuring villainous versions of fan favorites like Charizard, Blastoise, and Dragonite.
base5 Difficulty
4/5 to complete
Avg Card Value
$6
Market average
Top Card
1st Edition Dark Charizard Holo
$1,200+
Rarity Tier
Overview
Team Rocket launched April 24, 2000, featuring 83 cards with a dark theme centered on Team Rocket's villainous Pokemon. It introduced "Dark" Pokemon — corrupted versions of popular creatures — and the iconic "Here Comes Team Rocket!" trainer card.
Best for
- Collectors of Dark Pokemon variants unique to this set
- Anyone pricing Dark Charizard / Dark Blastoise holos
Skip this path if
- You want only “standard” non-Dark prints of the same species
Common mistakes
Mixing Team Rocket Dark cards with later Dark-type designs from other eras. Edition and the R set symbol matter for WOTC premiums.
What to check first
Confirm R symbol, 1st Edition stamp on chase holos, and Dark vs non-Dark listing before you buy.
Most valuable cards
Dark Charizard holo (#4) and Dark Blastoise holo (#3) are the most sought-after cards. Dark Dragonite (#5) holo and Rainbow Energy are also valuable. 1st Edition Dark Charizard PSA 10 sells for $15,000+. Dark Raichu (#83), the secret rare, is a prized collectible.
Cards from Team Rocket
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28 of 83 
Dark Alakazam
Dark Arbok
Dark Blastoise
Dark Charizard
Dark Machamp
Here Comes Team Rocket!
Dark Blastoise
Dark Hypno
Dark Weezing
Dark Gloom
Dark Muk
Dark Wartortle
Dark Raticate
Grimer
Meowth
Slowpoke
Rocket's Sneak Attack
The Boss's Way
Challenge!
Digger
Imposter Oak's Revenge
Nightly Garbage Run
Goop Gas Attack
Sleep!
Rainbow Energy
Full Heal Energy
Potion Energy
Dark Raichu
Tips to finish the set
Watch for Dark Raichu (#83), the first secret rare in the Pokemon TCG — it is card 83 in a "82-card" set. Both holo and non-holo versions exist for many rares, so decide early if you are building a holo or non-holo collection.
How to Complete This Set
- 01
Scan Team Rocket cards to verify 1st Edition markings
- 02
Look for the R set symbol to confirm authenticity
- 03
Check Dark and Light Pokemon variants for premium pricing
- 04
Complete both holo and non-holo Dark Charizard for a full set
Scan with the app
Pokex scanner quickly identifies Dark Pokemon variants and differentiates the holo from non-holo rares. It also spots the secret Dark Raichu and confirms 1st Edition authenticity.
Common questions
01 What is Dark Raichu?
Dark Raichu (#83) is the first-ever secret rare in the Pokemon TCG. It was numbered 83/82, one card beyond the official set count. It is not a holographic card but is highly collected.
02 How much is a Dark Charizard holo worth?
An unlimited Dark Charizard holo in near mint condition sells for $80–$200. 1st Edition copies are worth significantly more, with PSA 10 grades reaching $15,000+.
03 What are Dark Pokemon?
Dark Pokemon are corrupted versions of regular Pokemon, trained by Team Rocket. They typically have different moves and darker-themed artwork compared to their standard counterparts.
04 Does Team Rocket have 1st Edition cards?
Yes. Team Rocket was released in both 1st Edition and unlimited prints. 1st Edition cards feature the black stamp on the left side below the artwork and carry a significant value premium.
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