If you want to learn about every single Pokémon TCG set ever released, we have the list organized ready for you. But below, you'll just find out more about the very cream of the crop, the best Pokémon releases across its long 30 year history. No one knew, back in 1999, how big collecting Pokémon cards would one day become. Team Rocket (2000)This third expansion set focused on 'Dark' Pokémon owned by the Team Rocket gang. While Dark Charizard must be crowned king of this set, Team Rocket is also notable for an important innovation.