Pokémon sets

 Base set is the inaugural set of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, featuring iconic Pokémon like Charizard, Pikachu, and Blastoise. As well as it's standard print run, there were also 1st edition and shadowless versions of the cards 

 Introduced in 1999, Jungle continued the TCG's success with new Pokémon from the tropical regions of Kanto, mostly focusing on Pokémon from the Kanto Safari Zone. 

 A series of promotional cards released by Wizards of the Coast, often featuring alternate artwork or unique Pokémon. They produced these promotional cards for merchandise, special events and tournaments. As the symbol/logo says "PROMO" over the top of a black star, they are sometimes referred to as Black Star Promos. 

  Released in 1999, Fossil expanded the card pool with prehistoric Fossil Pokémon like Aerodactyl and Kabutops. This was the last expansion to feature the Galaxy Star Holofoil before being replaced by the Cosmos holographic pattern. 

 A reprint of select cards from the Base and Jungle sets. Also the first expansion to feature the Cosmos Holofoil. 

  Introduces darker themes with Team Rocket's influence, featuring Pokémon like Dark Charizard and Dark Blastoise. Dark Pokémon have a new brown and black theme across the card including the artwork window, Evolution and Pokédex boxes.

 Set around Gym Leaders from the Kanto region, Gym Heroes included cards depicting iconic trainers like Brock and Misty.  

 Continuing the Gym theme, Gym Challenge expanded on the concept with more Gym Leader-focused cards and gameplay mechanics. 

 The beginning of the Neo series, Neo Genesis introduced new Pokémon from the Johto region and featured updated card designs. The set also introduces Darkness and Metal types, and Baby Pokémon. 

Expanding the Johto storyline, Neo Discovery introduced more Pokémon and gameplay mechanics like Pokémon Powers. 

 A special promotional set featuring postcards with Pokémon artwork, distributed in limited quantities. 

 Continuing the Neo series, Neo Revelation introduced more Johto Pokémon and expanded on the storyline. It also introduced Shining Pokémon. 

 Concluding the Neo series, Neo Destiny introduced Pokémon like Shining Charizard and Shining Magikarp. Light Pokémon were also introduced as part of this expansion. 

 A special set commemorating the Pokémon TCG's success, featuring reprints of cards from previous sets with updated artwork. This set introduced Reverse Holofoils and Box toppers 

 The beginning of the Expedition series, Expedition Base Set introduced new gameplay mechanics like Stadium cards and started the e-Card era. 

 A promotional set featuring reprints of popular cards from previous sets, aimed at newer players. This was released by Wizards of the Coast with BattleZone tournaments as a final farewell to players, as there contract was coming to a close. 

 Continuing the Expedition series, Aquapolis expanded the card pool with new Crystal Pokémon that changes the type of the Pokémon, to the type of energy attached to them for one turn. This set also features a separate collection number for Rare Holo cards. 

 Concluding the Expedition series, Skyridge was the last of the e-card series and the final set to feature crystal Pokémon. 

 Introducing Pokémon from the Hoenn region, Ruby & Sapphire marked the beginning of a new era in the TCG, as it was produced by Nintendo in-house. This set introduced Pokémon from the third generation games and the first set to introduce EX cards. 

 Sandstorm introduced more Pokémon from the desert regions and was the first set to introduce pre-release promos, which started pre-release events for each expansion going forward. 

 A series of promotional cards released by Nintendo, often featuring exclusive artwork or tie-ins with other Pokémon products. These promos were produced by Nintendo of America after Wizards of the Coast was taken over for production and distribution of the Pokémon Trading Card Game outside of Japan. 

 Introducing Dragon-type Pokémon and the Dragon Vault subset. This set introduced EX Dragon Pokémon. 

 Centered around the conflict between Team Magma and Team Aqua, this set featured Pokémon aligned with each faction. Box toppers and Owner's Pokémon also made a return in this set. 

 Similar to the Latias kit, this trainer kit featured Latios-themed decks and tutorials for new players. 

 Continuing the EX series, Hidden Legends features the three legendary giants, Regice, Regirock and Registeel. Dot code stips were removed in this set, and Reverse Holofoil cards got a new design.  

 The first in a series of promotional sets, POP Series 1 featured unique holofoil cards and exclusive artwork. The POP series was introduced to give incentive for people to take part in tournaments and POP programs.  

  A nostalgic set revisiting the Kanto region, FireRed & LeafGreen featured classic Pokémon with updated card designs. 

 A sequel to the original Team Rocket set, Team Rocket Returns continued the dark theme with new Pokémon and Trainers. This set introduced ☆ "star" Pokémon, which are Pokémon that have a variation in their colour compared to their normal counterpart. 

 Centered around the legendary Pokémon Deoxys, this set was released to tie-in with the Destiny Deoxys Pokémon movie. It's also the first set to feature the wheel pattern on Reverse Holofoils 

 Based on the Pokémon Emerald game, this was the first set to feature Holofoil Basic Energy cards. It also introduced the Poké Ball and star pattern for Reverse Holofoil cards. 

 The second in the POP Series, featuring more promotional cards with unique artwork and holofoil patterns. This was the first promo set to be shown at the Pokémon TCG World Championships. 

 This set hearkens back to Pokémon Gold and Silver, and Pokémon Crystal. Reverse Holofoils in this set feature the 3D Poké Ball pattern. 

 Introducing Delta Species and Holon's Pokémon, this set introduced more Pokémon with alternate typings and unique abilities. 

 This set revolves around the Mirage Forest, home to many rare Pokémon including Mew. The set first introduced the cosmic Reverse Holofoil pattern. 

 Similar to the Plusle kit, this trainer kit featured Minun-themed decks and tutorials for new players. 

 Another trainer kit designed to introduce players to the EX series, featuring decks themed around Plusle. 

 The third in the POP Series, featuring more promotional cards with unique artwork and holofoil patterns. Only availible for four months, it's the shortest POP series to be handed out. 

 Set in the Holon region this set hearkens back to Delta Species Pokémon. This was also the final expansion to feature box toppers. 

 The fourth installment of the POP Series, featuring more promotional cards with unique artwork and holofoil patterns. 

 This set is based on a mysterious island located miles away from Holon city. This was the last expansion to have dual-type Pokémon δ Delta Species. 

 Featuring Dragon-type Pokémon, this set is based on a far away island. 

 Concluding the EX series, Power Keepers is based on Pokémon Emerald, however it was released during the Diamond & Pearl era. 

 The fifth set in the POP Series, continuing the tradition of featuring promotional cards with exclusive artwork and holofoil patterns. 

 A series of promotional cards released during the Diamond & Pearl era, this was the first set to have a prefix on card numbering (DP). 

 Marking the beginning of a new era, Diamond & Pearl introduced Pokémon from the Sinnoh region and Pokémon LV.X cards. 

 Continuing the Sinnoh storyline, Mysterious Treasures features the lake guardians Uxie, Mesprit and Azelf. 

 The sixth set in the POP Series, featuring more promotional cards with unique artwork and holofoil patterns. 

 This trainer kit featured Lucario-themed deck and tutorials for new players.