Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing 188 / 189 Pokemon Card from Darkness Ablaze Set
Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing is a Trainer card categorized as a Supporter. It is part of the Darkness Ablaze set in the Sword & Shield series and was…
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Number: 188/189
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Set
About the Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing Trainer Card
Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing is a Supporter Trainer card from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 188/189 and is classified as Rare Ultra. The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing Trainer Card Details
Card name: Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing
Card number: 188/189
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Ultra
Card type: Trainer (Supporter)
Artist: kirisAki
Release date: August 14, 2020
Why Collect the Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing Trainer Card?
Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing 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.
Artwork and Illustration of the Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing Trainer Card
Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing was illustrated by kirisAki.
For Rare Ultra 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 Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing Trainer Card
The current aggregated market price for Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing is about
.85. Recent listings range from roughly
.61 (low) to
5.00 (high), with a mid-point near $3.02. 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 +6% 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 Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing Trainer Card
Whether Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing 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 936 copies of this card, of which 581 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 62.1%. 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 Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing Trainer Card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing 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 936 copies to date.
Other Printings of Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing
Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Darkness Ablaze 195 (around $4.51) and Darkness Ablaze 166 (around $0.52).
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 Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing Trainer Card
The Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing trainer card is a Rare Ultra 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
.85; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing card from?
Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing is from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 188/189 with the Rare Ultra rarity.
What rarity is the Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing card?
Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing is classified as Rare Ultra.
How much is the Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing 188/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
.85, within a recent range of roughly
.61 to
5.00. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 936 copies so far, with about 62.1% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing?
PSA has graded 936 copies, of which 581 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 62.1%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing card?
Rare Ultra cards such as Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing 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 Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing?
Yes. Pokémon Breeder's Nurturing appears on 2 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
