Dark Patch

Astral Radiance 139/189 • uncommon

Set: Astral Radiance
Number: 139/189
Rarity: Uncommon
Released: 2022
Market price: $0.28
Artist: Ryo Ueda

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Market

What it's worth

$0.28market price via TCGplayer · Nov 4, 2026$0.19 – $0.29 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

Dark Patch is a practical utility card that allows players to accelerate energy attachment to their benched creatures. Its role as a reliable resource makes it a staple for those looking to maintain momentum and ensure their deck functions consistently during a match.

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What it does

Item

Attach a basic Darkness Energy card from your discard pile to 1 of your Benched Darkness Pokémon.

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Provenance

Where it came from

Dark Patch was released as part of the Astral Radiance expansion for the Pokémon Trading Card Game, which debuted in 2022. The card is a reprint of a classic Trainer card originally introduced during the Black & White series, designed to accelerate energy attachments for Darkness-type Pokémon. Its inclusion in this set was intended to bolster the competitive viability of Darkness decks within the Standard format, providing players with a reliable tool for late-game recovery.

The card features artwork by Toyste Beach, whose illustrative style emphasizes the dark, ethereal energy associated with the move. The design maintains the clean, functional aesthetic typical of modern Pokémon Trainer cards, ensuring clarity during gameplay. Upon its re-release, it was received favorably by the competitive community as a staple utility card, balancing strategic depth with the nostalgic appreciation for its original, high-impact iteration.

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