Pokémon XY Base Set – prices and most valuable cards
XY Base Set is a Pokémon set released on February 5, 2014. Our database lists 147 cards (set code: XY).
Key facts
| Game | Pokémon |
|---|---|
| Series | XY (2014–2016) |
| Release | February 5, 2014 |
| Code | XY |
| Card count | 147 |
Most valuable XY Base Set cards
| # | Card | No. | Rarity | Variant | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blastoise EX (142 Full Art) | 142/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $175 |
| 2 | Venusaur EX (141 Full Art) | 141/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $126 |
| 3 | Xerneas EX (146 Full Art) | 146/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $118 |
| 4 | Yveltal EX (144 Full Art) | 144/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $99.73 |
| 5 | Emolga EX (143 Full Art) | 143/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $54.90 |
| 6 | Skarmory EX (145 Full Art) | 145/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $40.59 |
| 7 | M Blastoise EX | 30/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $32.71 |
| 8 | M Venusaur EX | 2/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $24.17 |
| 9 | Xerneas EX | 97/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $17.18 |
| 10 | Yveltal EX | 79/146 | Ultra Rare | Holofoil | $15.52 |
TCGplayer market prices (US market) as of October 29, 2026 — for each card, its most expensive variant (e.g. holo, 1st Edition). Prices change daily and depend on condition — check the current price of a specific card and version in RipWorth.
Rarities in this set
| Rarity | Cards |
|---|---|
| Common | 48 |
| Uncommon | 42 |
| Rare | 26 |
| Holo Rare | 17 |
| Ultra Rare | 14 |
FAQ
How many cards are in XY Base Set?
RipWorth’s database lists 147 numbered cards in XY Base Set (sealed products excluded).
When was XY Base Set released?
XY Base Set was released on February 5, 2014.
What is the most valuable card in XY Base Set?
Based on TCGplayer market prices as of October 29, 2026, the most valuable card is Blastoise EX (142 Full Art) (142/146, Ultra Rare) at about $175. Prices change daily.
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