Darkrai VSTAR 99 / 189 Pokemon Card from Astral Radiance Set
Darkrai VSTAR is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 270 HP. It is classified as a Rare Holo VSTAR and features artwork by 5ban Graphics. This card is numbered…
Set: Astral Radiance
Number: 99/189
Rarity: Rare Holo VSTAR
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About the Darkrai VSTAR Pokémon Card
Darkrai VSTAR is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 270 HP from the Astral Radiance set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 99/189 and is classified as Rare Holo VSTAR. The Astral Radiance set was released on May 27, 2022.
Darkrai VSTAR Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Darkrai VSTAR
Card number: 99/189
Set: Astral Radiance
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Holo VSTAR
Subtypes: VSTAR
Type: Darkness
HP: 270
Artist: 5ban Graphics
Release date: May 27, 2022
National Pokédex number: 491
Why Collect the Darkrai VSTAR Pokémon Card?
Darkrai VSTAR sits at a higher rarity tier, which makes it the kind of card collectors build sets around and use as a display piece. Well-centred, high-grade copies are the most desirable. For collectors completing the Astral Radiance set, a card like this is often a centrepiece.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Darkrai VSTAR Pokémon Card
Darkrai VSTAR was illustrated by 5ban Graphics.
For Rare Holo VSTAR cards, the illustration is a major part of the appeal, and the artwork is one of the main reasons collectors seek these cards out.
Market Price and Value of the Darkrai VSTAR Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Darkrai VSTAR is about
.03. Recent listings range from roughly $0.99 (low) to 00 (high), with a mid-point near .25. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Astral Radiance set has a median card value near $0.37 and an average near $4.27, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -18% over the last 7 days and -5% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Astral Radiance set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Darkrai VSTAR Pokémon Card
Whether Darkrai VSTAR is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 3 copies of this card, of which 0 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 0.0%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Darkrai VSTAR Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo VSTAR cards such as Darkrai VSTAR are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 3 copies to date.
Other Printings of Darkrai VSTAR
Darkrai VSTAR appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery GG50 (around
17) and VSTARユニバース 228.
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Darkrai VSTAR Pokémon Card
The Darkrai VSTAR pokémon card is a Rare Holo VSTAR card from the Astral Radiance set (Sword & Shield series). As a higher-rarity chase card, it appeals to collectors building a complete set or focusing on standout artwork. Its current aggregated market price is about
.03; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Darkrai VSTAR card from?
Darkrai VSTAR is from the Astral Radiance set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 99/189 with the Rare Holo VSTAR rarity.
What rarity is the Darkrai VSTAR card?
Darkrai VSTAR is classified as Rare Holo VSTAR.
How much is the Darkrai VSTAR 99/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.03, within a recent range of roughly $0.99 to 00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Darkrai VSTAR card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 3 copies so far, with about 0.0% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Darkrai VSTAR?
PSA has graded 3 copies, of which 0 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 0.0%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Darkrai VSTAR card?
Rare Holo VSTAR cards such as Darkrai VSTAR are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
When was the Astral Radiance set released?
The Astral Radiance set was released on May 27, 2022.
Are there other printings of Darkrai VSTAR?
Yes. Darkrai VSTAR appears on 2 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
