Pokémon Team Rocket Set – Complete Guide

The Team Rocket set was the fifth expansion of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, released in April 2000. It introduced Dark Pokémon for the first time, offering a thematic twist on classic characters and making the villains of the Pokémon world a central focus.

Quick Facts

Release Date: April 24, 2000
Total Cards: 83
Notable Pokémon: Dark Charizard, Dark Blastoise, Dark Dragonite, Dark Raichu
Set Symbol: A bold "R" for Team Rocket

Holofoil Cards in Team Rocket

This set has 17 holofoil cards. The Dark versions of Charizard, Blastoise, and Dragonite are among the most valuable and visually striking:

1st Edition vs Unlimited

As with previous WOTC sets, Team Rocket was released in both 1st Edition and Unlimited forms. First Edition holo cards are much rarer and fetch higher prices at auction.

Investment Outlook

Team Rocket cards, especially Dark Charizard and Dark Dragonite, are highly collectible. With growing nostalgia and limited supply, these cards hold strong long-term value—especially in PSA 9 or 10 grades.

Fun Facts

This was the first expansion to include a secret rare card. The populare Dark Raichu having the card no. 83/82
This set introduced the "Dark Pokémon" mechanic, which continued into later expansions.
It was the first set to feature villain-themed cards prominently.

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FAQs About the Team Rocket Set

❓ What makes Dark Charizard special?

It was the first alternate version of Charizard and has a darker, edgier look. The 1st Edition holo is among the most valuable cards from the era.

❓ Are Team Rocket cards tournament legal?

No, these vintage cards are no longer legal in current standard or expanded formats but remain very popular among collectors.

❓ How do I know if my Rocket card is 1st Edition?

Look for the "Edition 1" stamp on the left side of the card’s artwork. This stamp marks it as part of the limited 1st Edition print run.

TEAM ROCKET

Sealed Products

Team Rocket Booster Pack [Unlimited Edition]

Team Rocket Booster Pack [1st Edition]

Team Rocket Theme Deck - "Devastation"

Team Rocket Theme Deck - "Trouble"

Team Rocket Booster Box [1st Edition]

Team Rocket Booster Box [Unlimited Edition]

Cards

#4Dark Charizard

#5Dark Dragonite

#3Dark Blastoise

#83Dark Raichu

#8Dark Gyarados

#21Dark Charizard

#1Dark Alakazam

#10Dark Machamp

#11Dark Magneton

#12Dark Slowbro

#6Dark Dugtrio

#9Dark Hypno

#15Here Comes Team Rocket!

#20Dark Blastoise

#13Dark Vileplume

#7Dark Golbat

#17Rainbow Energy

#16Rocket's Sneak Attack

#22Dark Dragonite

#25Dark Gyarados

#18Dark Alakazam

#2Dark Arbok

#71Here Comes Team Rocket!

#72Rocket's Sneak Attack

#29Dark Slowbro

#27Dark Machamp

#80Rainbow Energy

#26Dark Hypno

#23Dark Dugtrio

#38Dark Jolteon

#14Dark Weezing

#30Dark Vileplume

#24Dark Golbat

#19Dark Arbok

#28Dark Magneton

#35Dark Flareon

#32Dark Charmeleon

#31Dark Weezing

#33Dark Dragonair

#45Dark Vaporeon

#68Squirtle

#37Dark Golduck

#76Imposter Oak's Revenge

#47Magikarp

#40Dark Machoke

#46Dark Wartortle

#55Eevee

#42Dark Persian

#44Dark Rapidash

#48Porygon

#39Dark Kadabra

#43Dark Primeape

#34Dark Electrode

#50Charmander

#41Dark Muk

#77Nightly Garbage Run

#74Challenge!

#36Dark Gloom

#82Potion Energy

#75Digger

#81Full Heal Energy

#73The Boss's Way

#65Psyduck

#53Dratini

#67Slowpoke

#59Machop

#49Abra

#51Dark Raticate

#57Grimer

#63Oddish

#66Rattata