Tyranitar 88 / 189 Pokemon Card from Darkness Ablaze Set
Tyranitar is a Stage 2 Fighting-type Pokémon with 180 HP. It is part of the Darkness Ablaze set from the Sword & Shield series and features artwork by…
- Set: Darkness Ablaze
- Number: 88/189
- Rarity: Rare Holo
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About the Tyranitar Pokémon Card
Tyranitar is a Fighting-type Pokémon card with 180 HP from the Darkness Ablaze set, part of the Sword & Shield series. It carries the collector number 88/189 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Darkness Ablaze set was released on August 14, 2020.
The card includes the flavor text: “Its body can't be harmed by any sort of attack, so it is very eager to make challenges against enemies.”.
Tyranitar Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Tyranitar
Card number: 88/189
Set: Darkness Ablaze
Series: Sword & Shield
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Fighting
HP: 180
Artist: nagimiso
Release date: August 14, 2020
National Pokédex number: 248
Why Collect the Tyranitar Pokémon Card?
Tyranitar 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 Tyranitar Pokémon Card
Tyranitar was illustrated by nagimiso.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Tyranitar Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Tyranitar is about $0.79. Recent listings range from roughly $0.25 (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 Tyranitar Pokémon Card
Whether Tyranitar 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 371 copies of this card, of which 155 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 41.8%. 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 Tyranitar Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Tyranitar 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 371 copies to date.
Other Printings of Tyranitar
Tyranitar appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Aquapolis H28 (around $500), Neo Discovery 12 (around $347) and Expedition Base Set 29 (around
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 Tyranitar Pokémon Card
The Tyranitar 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 $0.79; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Tyranitar card from?
Tyranitar is from the Darkness Ablaze set (Sword & Shield series), numbered 88/189 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Tyranitar card?
Tyranitar is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Tyranitar 88/189 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $0.79, within a recent range of roughly $0.25 to
Is the Tyranitar card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 371 copies so far, with about 41.8% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Tyranitar?
PSA has graded 371 copies, of which 155 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 41.8%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Tyranitar card?
Rare Holo cards like Tyranitar 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 Tyranitar?
Yes. Tyranitar appears on 21 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.