Darkrai
Darkrai is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#3). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $43.31 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2008. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Darkrai suits collectors working on Great Encounters who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $43.31 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Darkrai from Great Encounters?
Darkrai is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 3. It can lull people to sleep and make them dream. It is active during nights of the new moon. National Pokédex #491. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Darkrai worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $43.31 for Darkrai. Low and high spread runs $52.70 to $75.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $43.31; Holofoil: $27.78. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Great Encounters |
|---|---|
| Number | 3 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $43.31 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €6.67 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $43.31 |
| Holofoil | $27.78 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Reach Over | Search your deck for an Energy card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward. |
| Darkness Pursuit | DarknessDarknessDarkness 50 If the Defending Pokémon is Cresselia, this attack's base damage is 100. |
| Weakness | Fighting +20 |
How collectible is Darkrai?
Darkrai is listed as Rare Holo in Great Encounters. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Darkrai?
Catalog fields: set Great Encounters, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Darkrai (#3) is a chase-tier Rare Holo printing in Great Encounters. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Darkrai is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Great Encounters, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $43.31 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $43.31; Holofoil: $27.78).
- Illustrator Masakazu Fukuda has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $43.31 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Darkrai worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $43.31 for ungraded Darkrai from Great Encounters. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Darkrai from?
Darkrai is listed in Great Encounters (Diamond & Pearl) as card #3. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Darkrai?
Our catalog lists Darkrai as Rare Holo in Great Encounters. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Darkrai good for collectors or players?
Darkrai includes gameplay stats in Great Encounters. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Should I grade Darkrai?
Grading only makes sense when Darkrai appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $43.31, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Darkrai?
Finish variants of Darkrai carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $43.31; Holofoil: $27.78 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.