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Darkness Energy
Aquapolis 142/147 • rare
- Set
- Aquapolis
- Number
- 142/147
- Rarity
- Rare
- Released
- 2003
- Market price
- $10.18
- Artist
- Milky Isobe
What it does
If the Pokémon Darkness Energy is attached to damages the Defending Pokémon (after applying Weakness and Resistance), the attack does 10 more damage to the Defending Pokémon. At the end of every turn, put 1 damage counter on the Pokémon Darkness Energy is attached to, unless it's Darkness or has Dark in its name. Darkness Energy provides Darkness Energy. (Doesn't count as a basic Energy card.)
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Where it came from
The Darkness Energy card from the 2003 Aquapolis expansion represents a significant moment in the Pokémon Trading Card Game, as it was one of the first instances where Special Energy cards were introduced to the base set rotation. Developed by The Pokémon Company and Wizards of the Coast during the twilight of their partnership, the card was designed to support the new Darkness-type mechanics introduced in the Neo series. Its inclusion in Aquapolis served to integrate these powerful energy types into the broader competitive meta of the time, allowing players to boost the damage of their Darkness-type Pokémon.
The visual design of this card adheres to the distinct aesthetic of the e-Card era, characterized by the large side-border scan area that enabled compatibility with the Nintendo e-Reader peripheral. The artwork features a minimalist, dark crystalline structure that conveys a sense of mysterious power. As a rare pull within the set, the card was highly sought after by players looking to complete specialized decks, and its aesthetic remains a touchstone for collectors who appreciate the unique, tech-integrated framing of the early 2000s card releases.
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