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Darkrai
Burning Shadows 87/147 • holo-rare
- Set
- Burning Shadows
- Number
- 87/147
- Rarity
- Rare Holo
- Released
- 2017
- Energy type
- darkness energy
- Finish
- Holographic
- Market price
- $1.49
- Artist
- Hitoshi Ariga
What it does
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.
If your opponent has already used their GX attack, this attack does 80 more damage.
It chases people and Pokémon from its territory by causing them to experience deep, nightmarish slumbers.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedLegal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
The Darkrai card featured in the Burning Shadows expansion was released in 2017 as part of the Pokémon Trading Card Game's Sun & Moon series. This set was designed to introduce mechanics centered on the Alola region, focusing on the heightened power levels of GX Pokémon. Darkrai, a Mythical Pokémon introduced in the fourth generation, serves as a recurring fan favorite, and this specific card reflects the typical aesthetic direction of the era, which prioritized dynamic, high-contrast holographic foils.
The artwork for this card was rendered by artist Hitoshi Ariga, a veteran illustrator for the franchise known for his clean lines and ability to capture the menacing, spectral nature of Dark-type Pokémon. His interpretation leans into the creature’s silhouette and shadow-based lore, aiming to provide a visually imposing card that fits within the competitive meta of the time. Upon release, it was received as a standard but highly sought-after centerpiece for collectors focused on thematic darkness decks.
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