Darkrai – Ultra Prism (#77)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Darkrai (#77) is a Rare Prism Star card from Sun & Moon - Ultra Prism released in 2018. It showcases artwork by Naoki Saito and the Abyssal Sleep attack (120 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep. Your opponent flips 2 coins instead of 1 between turns. If either of them is tails, that Pokémon is still Asleep.. TCGplayer market price sits around $5.76, Cardmarket average sale is €4.16, Floor listings start near €0.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $5.76
- Cardmarket trend price: €6.85
- Recent low listing: €0.50
Card Details
- Set
- Ultra Prism
- Card Number
- 77
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Prism Star
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Naoki Saito
- HP
- 160
- Type
- 🌙 Darkness
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
-
Nightmare Star
When you play this Pokémon from your hand onto your Bench during your turn, you may attach 2 Darkness Energy cards from your hand to it.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Abyssal Sleep
[Darkness, Darkness, Darkness, Darkness]
— 120
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep. Your opponent flips 2 coins instead of 1 between turns. If either of them is tails, that Pokémon is still Asleep.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Darkrai from Ultra Prism (Rare Prism Star) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2018, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Naoki Saito.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Darkrai 77 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Darkrai's Abyssal Sleep deals 120 damage for Darkness + Darkness + Darkness + Darkness energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep. Your opponent flips 2 coins instead of 1 between turns...
Stats Overview: 160 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Prism #77 ← Current | 160 | 1 attack | Rare Prism Star | $5.76 |
�📦 Ultra Prism Set Context
This Darkrai is part of the Ultra Prism expansion , released as part of the Sun & Moon series in 2018.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Naoki Saito, 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 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 Prism Star cards from Ultra Prism are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Naoki Saito 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 Ultra Prism
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Darkrai 77 was released in 2018 in the Ultra Prism expansion. This set is part of the Sun & Moon series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Naoki Saito. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Ultra Prism represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
Competitive History: Darkness type Pokémon like Darkrai have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Darkrai 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 works best in Darkness type decks.