Tapu Koko 61 / 189 Pokemon Card from Darkness Ablaze Set
Tapu Koko is a Basic Pokémon card from the Darkness Ablaze set in the Sword & Shield series. It is a Lightning type with 110 HP and features artwork by…
- Set: Darkness Ablaze
- Number: 61/189
- Rarity: Rare Holo
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About the Tapu Koko Pokémon Card
Tapu Koko is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 61/189 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
The card includes the flavor text: “The lightning-wielding guardian deity of Melemele, Tapu Koko is brimming with curiosity and appears before people from time to time.”.
Tapu Koko Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Tapu Koko
Card number: 61/189
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Lightning
HP: 110
Artist: Hasuno
Release date: August 14, 2020
National Pokédex number: 785
Why Collect the Tapu Koko Pokémon Card?
Tapu Koko is a solid addition to the Darkness Ablaze set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Tapu Koko Pokémon Card
Tapu Koko was illustrated by Hasuno.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Tapu Koko Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Tapu Koko is about $0.41. Recent listings range from roughly $0.22 (low) to
For context, the Darkness Ablaze set has a median card value near $0.38 and an average near
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 Tapu Koko Pokémon Card
Whether Tapu Koko 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 93 copies of this card, of which 45 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 48.4%. 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 Tapu Koko Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Tapu Koko are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 93 copies to date.
Other Printings of Tapu Koko
Tapu Koko appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include SM Black Star Promos SM30a (around $3.78), Lost Thunder 85 (around $0.94) and SM Black Star Promos SM31 (around $0.61).
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 Tapu Koko Pokémon Card
The Tapu Koko pokémon card is a Rare Holo 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 $0.41; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Tapu Koko card from?
Tapu Koko is from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 61/189 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Tapu Koko card?
Tapu Koko is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Tapu Koko 61/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.41, within a recent range of roughly $0.22 to
Is the Tapu Koko card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 93 copies so far, with about 48.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Tapu Koko?
PSA has graded 93 copies, of which 45 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 48.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Tapu Koko card?
Rare Holo cards like Tapu Koko are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Darkness Ablaze set released?
The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
Are there other printings of Tapu Koko?
Yes. Tapu Koko appears on 8 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.