Dark Explorers

Released
2012-05-09
Base set
108$2,830.37
Full set
111$3,963.69
Master set
207$5,134.33
Code
DEX
Symbol

The master set counts 96 Reverse Holofoil, 87 Normal and 24 Holofoil. It leaves out 9 Jason Klaczynski, 8 League Stamp, 6 Ian Whiton, 6 Igor Costa and 49 more in 23 other printings.

Black & White—Dark Explorers descends into caves, ruins, and shadowy environments where Darkness-type Pokémon take control. Darkrai-EX is the central figure, supported by Umbreon, Zoroark, Krookodile, and other Pokémon associated with night or secrecy. The expansion’s dark palette and adventurous imagery give it one of the clearest visual identities of the Black & White era. Its primary Japanese counterpart is Dark Rush, with some cards, rarities, and numbering reorganized for the English release.

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Darkrai-EX became both the headline collector card and the foundation of powerful competitive decks, especially when combined with Dark Patch, which accelerates Darkness Energy from the discard pile. Other Pokémon-EX include Entei, Groudon, Kyogre, Raikou, and Tornadus, creating a broad legendary lineup. Secret rare alternate-coloured versions of Pokémon such as Gardevoir and Archeops provide additional high-end targets. Dark Explorers is especially notable for how tightly its theme and gameplay align: the Darkness cards do not merely look cohesive, but work together as a fast and efficient strategy. That combination of atmosphere, playability, and a popular mythical Pokémon has made it one of the most memorable expansions in the series.

111 cards · 207 unique printings in master set

111 cards · 207 unique printings in master set