Rapidash, Expedition Base Set 62/165, rare

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Rapidash

Expedition Base Set 62/165 • rare

Set: Expedition Base Set
Number: 62/165
Rarity: Rare
Released: 2002
Energy type: fire energy
Market price: $16.75
Artist: Kagemaru Himeno

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Market

What it's worth

$16.75market price via TCGplayer · Sep 20, 2026$10.19 – $16.83 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As a rare fire-type card, this piece represents a distinct chapter in the early expansion of the trading card game. Collectors prize this item for its specific placement within a foundational set, making it a meaningful addition for those documenting the evolution of the series.

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Card face

What it does

70 HPStage 1

Cost: colorless energy colorless energyOverrun20

If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of them and this attack does 10 damage to it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Cost: fire energy fire energy colorless energyFlame Tail40

Weaknesswater energy×2

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedNot legal
UnlimitedLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

The Rapidash card from the 2002 Expedition Base Set was released during a pivotal transition in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, marking the introduction of the e-Card Series. This set was notable for its shift in aesthetic and functionality, featuring a unique barcoded strip on the left side of each card that could be scanned by the Nintendo e-Reader peripheral for the Game Boy Advance to unlock Pokédex entries, mini-games, or animations.

The card’s illustration was crafted by artist Kagemaru Himeno, a staple illustrator for the series known for her vibrant and character-focused style. In this depiction, Rapidash is captured in mid-gallop, emphasizing the fiery intensity and grace characteristic of the Pokémon. Within the context of the game's evolution at the time, the Expedition set was designed to integrate digital gameplay mechanics with physical collecting, reflecting an ambitious attempt to bridge the gap between traditional trading cards and handheld electronic gaming.

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About

About Rapidash

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