Darkrai BW73 / 101 Pokemon Card from BW Black Star Promos Set

Darkrai — BW Black Star Promos BW73/101 Pokémon TCG card

Darkrai is a Basic Team Plasma Pokémon with a Darkness type and 110 HP. It is part of the BW Black Star Promos set, identified as card number BW73, and was…

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About the Darkrai Pokémon Card

Darkrai is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the BW Black Star Promos set, part of the Black & White series. It carries the collector number BW73/101 and is classified as Promo. The BW Black Star Promos set was released on March 1, 2011.

The card includes the flavor text: “To protect itself, it afflicts those around it with nightmares. However, it means no harm.”.

Darkrai Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Darkrai

Card number: BW73/101

Set: BW Black Star Promos

Series: Black & White

Rarity: Promo

Subtypes: Basic, Team Plasma

Type: Darkness

HP: 110

Artist: 5ban Graphics

Release date: March 1, 2011

National Pokédex number: 491

Why Collect the Darkrai Pokémon Card?

Darkrai is most often collected as part of a complete BW Black Star Promos set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Artwork and Illustration of the Darkrai Pokémon Card

Darkrai was illustrated by 5ban Graphics.

Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.

Market Price and Value of the Darkrai Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Darkrai is about

25. Recent listings range from roughly
40 (low) to
,460 (high), with a mid-point near
11. 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 BW Black Star Promos set has a median card value near

7.83 and an average near $51.15, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +19% over the last 7 days and +21% 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 BW Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Darkrai Pokémon Card

Whether Darkrai 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.

How Rare Is the Darkrai Pokémon Card?

Darkrai carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

Other Printings of Darkrai

Darkrai appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include XY Black Star Promos XY114 (around $79.66), Majestic Dawn 3 (around $51.04) and Great Encounters 3 (around $43.31).

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 Pokémon Card

The Darkrai pokémon card is a Promo card from the BW Black Star Promos set (Black & White series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the BW Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about

25; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Darkrai card from?

Darkrai is from the BW Black Star Promos set (Black & White series), numbered BW73/101 with the Promo rarity.

What rarity is the Darkrai card?

Darkrai is classified as Promo.

How much is the Darkrai BW73/101 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about

25, within a recent range of roughly
40 to
,460. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Darkrai card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

How rare is the Darkrai card?

Darkrai carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.

When was the BW Black Star Promos set released?

The BW Black Star Promos set was released on March 1, 2011.

Are there other printings of Darkrai?

Yes. Darkrai appears on 14 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.