Darkrai g – Rising Rivals (#3)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Darkrai g (#3) is a Rare Holo card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Makoto Imai and the Darkness Sleep attack (50 damage), If the Defending Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, that Pokémon is now Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $21.89, Cardmarket average sale is €7.42, Floor listings start near €1.94.
- TCGplayer market price: $21.89
- Cardmarket trend price: €10.68
- Recent low listing: €1.94
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 3
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Makoto Imai
- HP
- 90
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Eerie Aura
Put 1 damage counter on each of your opponent's Pokémon that remains Asleep between turns.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Darkness Sleep
[Darkness, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
If the Defending Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, that Pokémon is now Asleep.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Darkrai g from Rising Rivals (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Makoto Imai.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Darkrai g 3 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Darkrai g's Darkness Sleep deals 50 damage for Darkness + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: If the Defending Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, that Pokémon is now Asleep.
Stats Overview: 90 HP • Darkness Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • Resistant to Psychic -20
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #3 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $21.89 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Darkrai g is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Makoto Imai, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Darkrai g card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Holo cards from Rising Rivals are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Makoto Imai resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Darkness typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
More from Rising Rivals
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Darkrai g 3 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Makoto Imai. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Darkrai g have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Unlimited format.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Darkrai g card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Darkness energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Darkrai g works best in Darkness type decks.