Mid-era · Black & White

Emerging Powers

Released 31 August 2011 • 98 cards

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Master Set Value

$121.02

All 100 cards priced

+1.5% 30D

+0.7% 90D

Near Mint condition, current market prices. Includes every card in the set: base printings, reverse holos, and secret rares.

Emerging Powers is an early Black & White era set released in August 2011, featuring 98 cards that introduced key Pokemon and Trainer cards that would define competitive play for years to come. The set is notable for iconic cards like Thundurus and Tornadus, which remain highly sought after by collectors and competitive players alike. As a foundational set from the BW era, Emerging Powers holds significant nostalgic and playability value for Pokemon TCG enthusiasts.

Investment Outlook Bullish The dual Legendary ultra rares command strong prices, and key Trainer cards like Max Potion maintain steady demand due to their competitive relevance across multiple formats.

Reprint Risk Medium While Max Potion and other Trainer staples have been reprinted, the Thundurus and Tornadus ultra rares remain set-specific, though Thundurus received reprints in later sets.

Cards to Watch Thundurus (Rare Ultra) Tornadus (Rare Ultra) Max Potion

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Most valuable Emerging Powers cards TCGplayer Near Mint

The Emerging Powers chase cards are Tornadus #98 at $23.32, Thundurus #97 at $23.32 and Unfezant #82 at $5.35.