Darkrai
Darkrai is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Great Encounters (#4). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $16.50 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. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Darkrai from Great Encounters?
Darkrai is a Pokémon card in Great Encounters numbered 4. 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 $16.50 for Darkrai. Low and high spread runs $16.50 to $99.99. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $16.50; Holofoil: $25.92. 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 | 4 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $16.50 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €5.94 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $16.50 |
| Holofoil | $25.92 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Darkness Roar | Colorless 10 You may have your opponent switch the Defending Pokémon with 1 or his or her Benched Pokémon. |
| Sleep Hole | DarknessDarknessColorless 40+ If the Defending Pokémon is Asleep, this attack does 40 damage plus 40 more damage. If the Defending Pokémon is not Asleep, that Pokémon is now Asleep. |
| Weakness | Fighting +20 |
How collectible is Darkrai?
Darkrai is listed as Rare Holo in Great Encounters. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. 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 Ryo Ueda. 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 from Great Encounters should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
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 $16.50 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $16.50; Holofoil: $25.92).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $16.50 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 $16.50 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 #4. 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.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Darkrai?
Finish variants of Darkrai carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $16.50; Holofoil: $25.92 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.