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

#21Dark Charizard

#1Dark Alakazam

#8Dark Gyarados

#10Dark Machamp

#12Dark Slowbro

#11Dark Magneton

#9Dark Hypno

#6Dark Dugtrio

#20Dark Blastoise

#13Dark Vileplume

#22Dark Dragonite

#7Dark Golbat

#17Rainbow Energy

#15Here Comes Team Rocket!

#16Rocket's Sneak Attack

#18Dark Alakazam

#25Dark Gyarados

#2Dark Arbok

#29Dark Slowbro

#14Dark Weezing

#38Dark Jolteon

#27Dark Machamp

#23Dark Dugtrio

#72Rocket's Sneak Attack

#80Rainbow Energy

#71Here Comes Team Rocket!

#26Dark Hypno

#35Dark Flareon

#19Dark Arbok

#30Dark Vileplume

#32Dark Charmeleon

#28Dark Magneton

#31Dark Weezing

#33Dark Dragonair

#45Dark Vaporeon

#24Dark Golbat

#50Charmander

#37Dark Golduck

#68Squirtle

#46Dark Wartortle

#47Magikarp

#76Imposter Oak's Revenge

#44Dark Rapidash

#55Eevee

#40Dark Machoke

#48Porygon

#39Dark Kadabra

#42Dark Persian

#65Psyduck

#74Challenge!

#36Dark Gloom

#43Dark Primeape

#41Dark Muk

#77Nightly Garbage Run

#62Meowth

#34Dark Electrode

#67Slowpoke

#53Dratini

#75Digger

#82Potion Energy

#59Machop

#81Full Heal Energy

#57Grimer

#64Ponyta

#49Abra

#52Diglett

#66Rattata