Powerful colorless energy – Darkness Ablaze (#176)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Powerful colorless energy (#176) is an Uncommon card from Sword & Shield - Darkness Ablaze released in 2020. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.19, Cardmarket average sale is €0.18, Floor listings start near €0.02. Market price has declined 4.7% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.19
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.36
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.19
- Recent low listing: €0.02
- Market price has declined 4.7% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Darkness Ablaze
- Card Number
- 176
- Rarity
- ✨ Uncommon
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation D ✓ Legal in Standard
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Powerful colorless energy from Darkness Ablaze (Uncommon) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2020, this card showcases quality artwork.
Market Trends: Market price has declined 4.7% versus the 30-day average.
Investment Considerations: Mid-range TCG cards often provide balanced risk-reward profiles for collectors.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Powerful colorless energy 176 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark D, indicating its current competitive viability.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darkness Ablaze #176 ← Current | N/A | 0 attacks | Uncommon | $0.19 |
�📦 Darkness Ablaze Set Context
This Powerful colorless energy is part of the Darkness Ablaze expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2020.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Powerful colorless energy 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
- Uncommon cards from Darkness Ablaze are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Powerful colorless energy 176 was released in 2020 in the Darkness Ablaze expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Set Popularity: Darkness Ablaze represents a mid-era release that balances accessibility with collectibility.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Powerful colorless energy 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
- Draw support & consistency cards