Team Rocket

Team Rocket is the fifth set in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, released on April 24, 2000 in North America. This set introduced 83 new cards and introduced the concept of Dark Pokémon , such as Dark Charizard and Dark Blastoise, which allowed for a unique play style. For the first time, villains were given the center stage in a set, with cards reflecting the theme of Team Rocket and their dark methods. The set also introduced the first secret rare card in the TCG, "Here Comes Team Rocket!", numbered 83/82. With its distinctive dark style and popular Pokémon, Team Rocket remains a beloved set among collectors and players.