Lightning Energy 168 / 145 Pokemon Card from Guardians Rising Set
Lightning Energy is a Basic Energy card from the Guardians Rising set in the Sun & Moon series. It has a card number of 168 and is classified as a Rare…
Set: Guardians Rising
Number: 168/145
Rarity: Rare Secret
Set
About the Lightning Energy Energy Card
Lightning Energy is an Energy card from the Guardians Rising set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 168/145 and is classified as Rare Secret. The Guardians Rising set was released on May 5, 2017.
Lightning Energy Energy Card Details
Card name: Lightning Energy
Card number: 168/145
Set: Guardians Rising
Series: Sun & Moon
Rarity: Rare Secret
Card type: Energy (Basic)
Release date: May 5, 2017
Why Collect the Lightning Energy Energy Card?
Lightning 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 Guardians Rising 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 Lightning Energy Energy Card
The current aggregated market price for Lightning Energy is about
0.16. Recent listings range from roughly
6.00 (low) to
07 (high), with a mid-point near 2.18. 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 Guardians Rising set has a median card value near $0.59 and an average near $5.79, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -7% over the last 7 days and +13% 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 Guardians Rising set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Lightning Energy Energy Card
Whether Lightning 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 291 copies of this card, of which 132 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 45.4%. 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 Lightning Energy Energy Card?
Rare Secret cards such as Lightning 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 (168/145) sits above the set's printed total of 145, 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 291 copies to date.
Other Printings of Lightning Energy
Lightning Energy appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Call of Legends 91 (around $75.00), Diamond & Pearl 126 (around 4.50) and Emerald 104 (around 0.15).
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 Lightning Energy Energy Card
The Lightning Energy energy card is a Rare Secret card from the Guardians Rising set (Sun & Moon 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 0.16; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Lightning Energy card from?
Lightning Energy is from the Guardians Rising set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 168/145 with the Rare Secret rarity.
What rarity is the Lightning Energy card?
Lightning Energy is classified as Rare Secret.
How much is the Lightning Energy 168/145 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
0.16, within a recent range of roughly
6.00 to
07. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Lightning 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 291 copies so far, with about 45.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Lightning Energy?
PSA has graded 291 copies, of which 132 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 45.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Lightning Energy card?
Rare Secret cards such as Lightning 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 Guardians Rising set released?
The Guardians Rising set was released on May 5, 2017.
Are there other printings of Lightning Energy?
Yes. Lightning Energy appears on 23 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
