Base Set 2
Base Set 2 (base4) is a mainline Pokémon TCG set (Base) from 2000-02-24 with 130 catalogued printings. Charizard near $427.38 anchors current chase interest. Median reference $1.32 across priced printings. Cactaur aggregates rarity splits, chase links, and a completion value snapshot so collectors and future sellers share one factual set index keyed to pokemon:en:base4.
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What is Base Set 2?
On Cactaur, Base Set 2 groups 130 indexed printings, dated 2000-02-24 in our catalog. Notable market references include Charizard, Blastoise, Venusaur. Priced printings center around a $1.32 median snapshot. Catalog key pokemon:en:base4 powers this hub: rarity counts, chase links, and a full card table so you can plan singles purchases or future marketplace bids with the same data Cactaur uses on card pages.
What is Base Set 2?
Base Set 2 gives collectors a structured view of Base printings without opening dozens of card tabs. 130 rows are searchable on this page, each linking to gameplay stats and refreshed market references. That structure mirrors how a future Cactaur marketplace listing will expose set-level inventory.
When was Base Set 2 released?
Released 2000-02-24, Base Set 2 belongs to the Base era. Collectors use release timing to judge supply: early Base sets often dry up once rotation or reprint news hits. Official count 130; indexed 130. Base Set 2 is indexed under slug base4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
What are the chase cards in Base Set 2?
Top of the Base Set 2 market snapshot: Charizard, Blastoise, Venusaur, Mewtwo. These names anchor most sealed-to-singles arbitrage math; verify holo/reverse variants on each card page before you buy. Base Set 2 is indexed under slug base4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
How much is Base Set 2 worth?
Adding priced singles yields a $1402.63 rough index across 130 printings (low $0.21, median $1.32, high $427.38). That sum is not a sealed-box price—it is a catalog thought experiment for set completion at near-mint references. Base Set 2 is indexed under slug base4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
How do you complete Base Set 2?
Booster-set completion for Base Set 2 usually means opening product, trading duplicates, and buying missing holos. Use related sets below to spot overlapping trainers or energy cards that reduce spend. Base Set 2 is indexed under slug base4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
Chase cards
Rarity breakdown
| Common | 48 |
|---|---|
| Uncommon | 42 |
| Rare Holo | 20 |
| Rare | 20 |
All cards in Base Set 2
| Card | # | Rarity | Market USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charizard | 4 | Rare Holo | $427.38 |
| Blastoise | 2 | Rare Holo | $121.99 |
| Venusaur | 18 | Rare Holo | $90.78 |
| Mewtwo | 10 | Rare Holo | $58.13 |
| Alakazam | 1 | Rare Holo | $53.64 |
| Raichu | 16 | Rare Holo | $42.67 |
| Nidoking | 11 | Rare Holo | $42.50 |
| Zapdos | 20 | Rare Holo | $37.40 |
| Gyarados | 7 | Rare Holo | $34.93 |
| Pidgeot | 14 | Rare Holo | $31.62 |
| Scyther | 17 | Rare Holo | $31.31 |
| Nidoqueen | 12 | Rare Holo | $30.24 |
| Ninetales | 13 | Rare Holo | $28.65 |
| Clefable | 5 | Rare Holo | $28.32 |
| Snorlax | 30 | Rare | $24.62 |
| Hitmonchan | 8 | Rare Holo | $22.19 |
| Chansey | 3 | Rare Holo | $20.70 |
| Magneton | 9 | Rare Holo | $20.68 |
| Poliwrath | 15 | Rare Holo | $19.82 |
| Wigglytuff | 19 | Rare Holo | $19.82 |
| Clefairy | 6 | Rare Holo | $18.57 |
| Dragonair | 22 | Rare | $9.10 |
| Item Finder | 103 | Rare | $8.71 |
| Electrode | 25 | Rare | $8.27 |
| Ivysaur | 44 | Uncommon | $7.28 |
| Scoop Up | 107 | Rare | $7.16 |
| Mr. Mime | 27 | Rare | $6.62 |
| Venomoth | 31 | Rare | $5.84 |
| Pokémon Breeder | 105 | Rare | $4.57 |
| Pidgeotto | 28 | Rare | $4.56 |
| Victreebel | 32 | Rare | $4.53 |
| Pinsir | 29 | Rare | $4.44 |
| Dugtrio | 23 | Rare | $4.25 |
| Kangaskhan | 26 | Rare | $4.23 |
| Bulbasaur | 67 | Common | $4.07 |
| Pikachu | 87 | Common | $3.65 |
| Tauros | 62 | Uncommon | $3.65 |
| Pokémon Trader | 106 | Rare | $3.64 |
| Electabuzz | 24 | Rare | $3.32 |
| Dodrio | 37 | Uncommon | $3.23 |
| Marowak | 52 | Uncommon | $3.20 |
| Imposter Professor Oak | 102 | Rare | $3.15 |
| Lass | 104 | Rare | $2.85 |
| Double Colorless Energy | 124 | Uncommon | $2.80 |
| Computer Search | 101 | Rare | $2.72 |
| Super Energy Removal | 108 | Rare | $2.71 |
| Beedrill | 21 | Rare | $2.65 |
| Persian | 56 | Uncommon | $2.59 |
| Charmeleon | 35 | Uncommon | $2.50 |
| Arcanine | 33 | Uncommon | $2.16 |
| Wartortle | 63 | Uncommon | $2.01 |
| Magikarp | 50 | Uncommon | $1.97 |
| Rhydon | 59 | Uncommon | $1.89 |
| Nidorino | 54 | Uncommon | $1.76 |
| Growlithe | 42 | Uncommon | $1.73 |
| Squirtle | 93 | Common | $1.64 |
| Charmander | 69 | Common | $1.56 |
| Pidgey | 86 | Common | $1.55 |
| Butterfree | 34 | Uncommon | $1.54 |
| Lickitung | 48 | Uncommon | $1.49 |
| Exeggutor | 39 | Uncommon | $1.46 |
| Dewgong | 36 | Uncommon | $1.44 |
| Parasect | 55 | Uncommon | $1.38 |
| Professor Oak | 116 | Uncommon | $1.37 |
| Fearow | 41 | Uncommon | $1.33 |
| Kadabra | 46 | Uncommon | $1.31 |
| Fire Energy | 126 | Common | $1.28 |
| Magmar | 51 | Uncommon | $1.26 |
| Dratini | 38 | Uncommon | $1.17 |
| Raticate | 58 | Uncommon | $1.17 |
| Cubone | 70 | Common | $1.15 |
| Seaking | 60 | Uncommon | $1.10 |
| Pokémon Center | 114 | Uncommon | $1.09 |
| Poliwhirl | 57 | Uncommon | $1.05 |
| Nidorina | 53 | Uncommon | $1.04 |
| Haunter | 43 | Uncommon | $1.02 |
| Weepinbell | 64 | Uncommon | $1.02 |
| Onix | 84 | Common | $1.01 |
| Vulpix | 99 | Common | $1.01 |
| Jynx | 45 | Uncommon | $0.98 |
| Maintenance | 112 | Uncommon | $0.88 |
| Jigglypuff | 77 | Common | $0.87 |
| Exeggcute | 74 | Common | $0.85 |
| Kakuna | 47 | Uncommon | $0.85 |
| Machoke | 49 | Uncommon | $0.84 |
| Rhyhorn | 90 | Common | $0.80 |
| Abra | 65 | Common | $0.74 |
| Seel | 61 | Uncommon | $0.71 |
| Farfetch'd | 40 | Uncommon | $0.68 |
| Paras | 85 | Common | $0.68 |
| Rattata | 89 | Common | $0.68 |
| Meowth | 80 | Common | $0.66 |
| Spearow | 92 | Common | $0.66 |
| Doduo | 72 | Common | $0.64 |
| Metapod | 81 | Common | $0.64 |
| Gastly | 75 | Common | $0.62 |
| Pokédex | 115 | Uncommon | $0.62 |
| Starmie | 94 | Common | $0.62 |
| Caterpie | 68 | Common | $0.60 |
| Voltorb | 98 | Common | $0.60 |
| PlusPower | 113 | Uncommon | $0.59 |
| Venonat | 97 | Common | $0.59 |
| Nidoran ♂ | 83 | Common | $0.58 |
| Drowzee | 73 | Common | $0.52 |
| Sandshrew | 91 | Common | $0.52 |
| Tangela | 96 | Common | $0.52 |
| Energy Retrieval | 110 | Uncommon | $0.51 |
| Magnemite | 79 | Common | $0.51 |
| Defender | 109 | Uncommon | $0.50 |
| Goldeen | 76 | Common | $0.50 |
| Diglett | 71 | Common | $0.49 |
| Machop | 78 | Common | $0.49 |
| Poliwag | 88 | Common | $0.49 |
| Bellsprout | 66 | Common | $0.48 |
| Weedle | 100 | Common | $0.48 |
| Nidoran ♀ | 82 | Common | $0.43 |
| Staryu | 95 | Common | $0.42 |
| Full Heal | 111 | Uncommon | $0.41 |
| Poké Ball | 121 | Common | $0.39 |
| Switch | 123 | Common | $0.39 |
| Water Energy | 130 | Common | $0.39 |
| Psychic Energy | 129 | Common | $0.38 |
| Fighting Energy | 125 | Common | $0.37 |
| Energy Removal | 119 | Common | $0.36 |
| Gust of Wind | 120 | Common | $0.36 |
| Super Potion | 117 | Uncommon | $0.35 |
| Lightning Energy | 128 | Common | $0.34 |
| Bill | 118 | Common | $0.32 |
| Grass Energy | 127 | Common | $0.31 |
| Potion | 122 | Common | $0.21 |
Related sets
- Team Rocket (2000-04-24)
- Fossil (1999-10-10)
- Wizards Black Star Promos (1999-07-01)
- Jungle (1999-06-16)
FAQ
How many cards are in Base Set 2?
Cactaur indexes 130 printings in Base Set 2; official count is 130. Variant or promo printings can push the indexed total above the number on the booster box.
When did Base Set 2 release?
Base Set 2 shows a catalog release date of 2000-02-24 for this English Pokémon TCG entry. Base Set 2 is indexed under slug base4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
What is the most expensive card in Base Set 2?
Charizard leads references around $427.38 in our latest snapshot. Prices change with condition and market volume. Base Set 2 is indexed under slug base4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
Is Base Set 2 good for beginners?
Base Set 2 works for collectors who already know Base. Beginners may prefer a starter deck before chasing rare pulls from this set. Base Set 2 is indexed under slug base4 in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
Where can I track Base Set 2 prices?
Use this Cactaur set page for a snapshot, then open individual card pages for ongoing market references. Future marketplace features will anchor off the same data attributes on each row.