XY Beginning Set
XY Beginning Set (xy-beginning-set) is a Japanese mainline Pokémon TCG set from 2013-11-08 with 21 catalogued printings. Snorlax near $12.00 anchors current chase interest. Median reference $2.40 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:ja:xy-beginning-set.
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What is XY Beginning Set?
XY Beginning Set sits in the Pokémon TCG slice of the Pokémon TCG catalog, dated 2013-11-08 in our catalog. Notable market references include Snorlax, Greninja, Snubbull. Priced printings center around a $2.40 median snapshot. Catalog key pokemon:ja:xy-beginning-set 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 XY Beginning Set?
XY Beginning Set gives collectors a structured view of Pokémon TCG printings without opening dozens of card tabs. 21 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 XY Beginning Set released?
Released 2013-11-08, XY Beginning Set belongs to the Pokémon TCG era. Collectors use release timing to judge supply: early sets often dry up once rotation or reprint news hits. Official count 21; indexed 21. XY Beginning Set is indexed under slug xy-beginning-set in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
What are the chase cards in XY Beginning Set?
Top of the XY Beginning Set market snapshot: Snorlax, Greninja, Snubbull, Chespin. These names anchor most sealed-to-singles arbitrage math; verify holo/reverse variants on each card page before you buy. XY Beginning Set is indexed under slug xy-beginning-set in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
How much is XY Beginning Set worth?
Median reference $2.40 with 21 priced cards implies a skewed market: a few chase cards pull the total up while bulk stays cheap. Budget for outliers separately from commons bulk. XY Beginning Set is indexed under slug xy-beginning-set in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
How do you complete XY Beginning Set?
Complete XY Beginning Set by acquiring bulk commons/uncommons first, then rare holos, then top chase cards. Rarity mix: 21× None. Reserved anchors on this page (#set-buy, #set-watch) will later tie into marketplace carts and collection tracking. XY Beginning Set is indexed under slug xy-beginning-set in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
Chase cards
Rarity breakdown
| None | 21 |
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All cards in XY Beginning Set
| Card | # | Rarity | Market USD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snorlax | 026 | None | $12.00 |
| Greninja | 014 | None | $10.50 |
| Snubbull | 022 | None | $4.99 |
| Chespin | 003 | None | $4.00 |
| Honedge | 021 | None | $3.97 |
| Fennekin | 008 | None | $3.50 |
| Farfetch'd | 025 | None | $3.00 |
| Fletchling | 031 | None | $3.00 |
| Mightyena | 017 | None | $2.99 |
| Poochyena | 016 | None | $2.99 |
| Bidoof | 029 | None | $2.40 |
| Chesnaught | 005 | None | $1.99 |
| Delphox | 010 | None | $1.50 |
| Basic Fairy Energy | N/A | None | $1.00 |
| Froakie | 012 | None | $1.00 |
| Frogadier | 013 | None | $0.99 |
| Furfrou | 033 | None | $0.99 |
| Clauncher | 015 | None | $0.50 |
| Slugma | 006 | None | $0.35 |
| Quilladin | 004 | None | $0.25 |
| Furfrou | 032 | None | $0.20 |
FAQ
How many cards are in XY Beginning Set?
Cactaur indexes 21 printings in XY Beginning Set; official count is 21. Variant or promo printings can push the indexed total above the number on the booster box.
When did XY Beginning Set release?
XY Beginning Set shows a catalog release date of 2013-11-08 for this Japanese Pokémon TCG entry. XY Beginning Set is indexed under slug xy-beginning-set in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
What is the most expensive card in XY Beginning Set?
Snorlax leads references around $12.00 in our latest snapshot. Prices change with condition and market volume. XY Beginning Set is indexed under slug xy-beginning-set in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
Is XY Beginning Set good for beginners?
XY Beginning Set works for collectors who already know the format. Beginners may prefer a starter deck before chasing rare pulls from this set. XY Beginning Set is indexed under slug xy-beginning-set in the Cactaur Pokémon TCG catalog.
Where can I track XY Beginning Set 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.