Capture Energy 201 / 189 Pokemon Card from Darkness Ablaze Set
Capture Energy is a Special Energy card from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It is classified as a Rare Secret card and is…
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Number: 201/189
Rarity: Rare Secret
Set
About the Capture Energy Energy Card
Capture Energy is an Energy card from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 201/189 and is classified as Rare Secret. The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
Capture Energy Energy Card Details
Card name: Capture Energy
Card number: 201/189
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Secret
Card type: Energy (Special)
Release date: August 14, 2020
Why Collect the Capture Energy Energy Card?
Capture Energy 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 Darkness Ablaze 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.
Market Price and Value of the Capture Energy Energy Card
The current aggregated market price for Capture Energy is about
.91. Recent listings range from roughly .00 (low) to $39.00 (high), with a mid-point near $3.18. 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 above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -48% over the last 7 days and -43% 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 Capture Energy Energy Card
Whether Capture Energy 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 860 copies of this card, of which 571 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 66.4%. 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 Capture Energy Energy Card?
Rare Secret cards such as Capture Energy are among the harder pulls in a set and are the kind of card collectors actively chase, which is reflected in their relative scarcity.
Its collector number (201/189) sits above the set's printed total of 189, which is typical of special and secret rare cards that fall outside the main numbered set.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 860 copies to date.
Other Printings of Capture Energy
Capture Energy appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Rebel Clash 171 (around
.73).
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 Capture Energy Energy Card
The Capture Energy energy card is a Rare Secret card from the Darkness Ablaze 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
.91; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Capture Energy card from?
Capture Energy is from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 201/189 with the Rare Secret rarity.
What rarity is the Capture Energy card?
Capture Energy is classified as Rare Secret.
How much is the Capture Energy 201/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.91, within a recent range of roughly
.00 to $39.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Capture Energy card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 860 copies so far, with about 66.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Capture Energy?
PSA has graded 860 copies, of which 571 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 66.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Capture Energy card?
Rare Secret cards such as Capture Energy 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 Darkness Ablaze set released?
The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
Are there other printings of Capture Energy?
Yes. Capture Energy appears on one other card across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
