The most collected characters

In 30 secondsSome characters are wanted by far more collectors than others, and that demand is a big part of what makes their cards valuable. Here are the names you will hear most.

CharizardThe original "chase" card. The 1st Edition Base Set Charizard is the most famous card in the hobby.

PikachuThe face of the brand, with a huge number of special promo and prize versions, including Pikachu Illustrator.

UmbreonHugely popular in modern alternate-art cards, and one of the two POP Series 5 Gold Stars.

Mew and MewtwoLegendary since the first film. Gold Star versions exist for both.

LugiaIts Neo Genesis 1st Edition holo is one of the most wanted vintage cards. Also a Crystal card in Aquapolis.

RayquazaA favourite across eras, from its EX Deoxys Gold Star to modern alternate arts.

GengarA long-running fan favourite with many striking artworks.

Blastoise and VenusaurThe other two original starters. Their Base Set holos sit alongside Charizard.

Eevee and its evolutionsEight evolutions, endless artworks, and Gold Stars for five of them.

Card, pack and box images © Pokémon / Nintendo / Creatures / GAME FREAK (and Wizards of the Coast for 1999-2003), shown for identification only.

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