Team Rocket

Team Rocket, released in April 2000, is the fourth Pokémon TCG expansion and the first to explore the darker side of the Pokémon world. Featuring 83 cards themed around Team Rocket — the villainous organization from the games and anime — this set introduced Dark Pokémon and the first Trainer-specific Pokémon cards. Dark Charizard (4/83) is the undisputed chase card of this set, depicting the iconic Fire-type in Team Rocket dark coloration with menacing artwork. Dark Blastoise (3/83), Dark Raichu (7/83), Dark Dragonite (5/83), and Dark Vileplume are among the other highly sought-after holographic cards. Team Rocket also introduced the concept of Trainer-owned Pokémon, with cards like Rocket's Sneak Attack, Rocket's Zapdos, and the Gym Trainer cards. The set's dark aesthetic — featuring black and red color schemes — was a bold departure from the bright, friendly design of previous sets. Here Comes Team Rocket! is one of the most famous Trainer cards from the set, allowing players to disrupt opponents strategies. This card, along with The Boss's Way and Rocket's Secret Machine, added new strategic depth to competitive play. For collectors, Dark Charizard in PSA 9 or 10 condition commands significant premiums. The set's limited print run and unique dark theme make it one of the most desirable Wizards of the Coast era expansions. A complete Team Rocket holographic set is considered a badge of honor among vintage collectors.