Darkrai
Darkrai is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Majestic Dawn (#3). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $50.00 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 Majestic Dawn who need the Rare Holo slot. Treat $50.00 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 Majestic Dawn?
Darkrai is a Pokémon card in Majestic Dawn 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 $50.00 for Darkrai. Low and high spread runs $39.95 to $399.00. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $50.00; Holofoil: $45.79. 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 | Majestic Dawn |
|---|---|
| Number | 3 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $50.00 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €15.91 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $50.00 |
| Holofoil | $45.79 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Darkness |
| Dark Slumber | Darkness 10 At the end of your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. |
| Dark Resolve | DarknessDarknessColorless 40 If the Defending Pokémon is Asleep, remove 4 damage counters from Darkrai. |
| Darkness Shade | Once during your turn, when you put Darkrai from your hand onto your Bench, you may choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon. That Pokémon is now Asleep. |
| Weakness | Fighting +20 |
How collectible is Darkrai?
Darkrai is listed as Rare Holo in Majestic Dawn. 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 Majestic Dawn, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. 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 Majestic Dawn. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Darkrai is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Majestic Dawn, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $50.00 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $50.00; Holofoil: $45.79).
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita 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 $50.00 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 $50.00 for ungraded Darkrai from Majestic Dawn. 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 Majestic Dawn (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 Majestic Dawn. 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 Majestic Dawn. 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 $50.00, 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: $50.00; Holofoil: $45.79 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.