Billowing Smoke 158 / 189 Pokemon Card from Darkness Ablaze Set

Billowing Smoke — Darkness Ablaze 158/189 Pokémon TCG card

Billowing Smoke is a Trainer card classified as a Pokémon Tool. It is part of the Darkness Ablaze set from the Sword & Shield series and was illustrated by…

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About the Billowing Smoke Trainer Card

Billowing Smoke is a Pokémon Tool Trainer card from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 158/189 and is classified as Uncommon. The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.

Billowing Smoke Trainer Card Details

Card name: Billowing Smoke

Card number: 158/189

Set: Darkness Ablaze

Series: Sword & Shield

Rarity: Uncommon

Card type: Trainer (Pokémon Tool)

Artist: 5ban Graphics

Release date: August 14, 2020

Why Collect the Billowing Smoke Trainer Card?

Billowing Smoke is most often collected as part of a complete Darkness Ablaze 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 Billowing Smoke Trainer Card

Billowing Smoke 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 Billowing Smoke Trainer Card

The current aggregated market price for Billowing Smoke is about $0.24. Recent listings range from roughly $0.10 (low) to

9.98 (high), with a mid-point near $0.26. 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 Darkness Ablaze set has a median card value near $0.38 and an average near

.54, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -17% over the last 7 days and 0% 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 Darkness Ablaze set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Billowing Smoke Trainer Card

Whether Billowing Smoke 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 8 copies of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 12.5%. 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 Billowing Smoke Trainer Card?

As an Uncommon card, Billowing Smoke sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 8 copies to date.

Final Thoughts on the Billowing Smoke Trainer Card

The Billowing Smoke trainer card is a Uncommon card from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Darkness Ablaze set. Its current aggregated market price is about $0.24; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Billowing Smoke card from?

Billowing Smoke is from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 158/189 with the Uncommon rarity.

What rarity is the Billowing Smoke card?

Billowing Smoke is classified as Uncommon.

How much is the Billowing Smoke 158/189 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $0.24, within a recent range of roughly $0.10 to

9.98. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Billowing Smoke card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 8 copies so far, with about 12.5% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Billowing Smoke?

PSA has graded 8 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 12.5%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Billowing Smoke card?

As an Uncommon card, Billowing Smoke sits just above commons in print frequency and appears regularly in booster packs.

When was the Darkness Ablaze set released?

The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.