Darkness Energy 170 / 149 Pokemon Card from Sun & Moon Set

Darkness Energy — Sun & Moon 170/149 Pokémon TCG card

Darkness Energy is a Basic Energy card from the Sun & Moon set, which is part of the modern era released in 2017. It is classified as a Common card and is…

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About the Darkness Energy Energy Card

Darkness Energy is an Energy card from the Sun & Moon set, part of the Sun & Moon series. It carries the collector number 170/149 and is classified as Common. The Sun & Moon set was released on February 3, 2017.

Darkness Energy Energy Card Details

Card name: Darkness Energy

Card number: 170/149

Set: Sun & Moon

Series: Sun & Moon

Rarity: Common

Card type: Energy (Basic)

Release date: February 3, 2017

Why Collect the Darkness Energy Energy Card?

Darkness Energy is most often collected as part of a complete Sun & Moon set rather than as a standalone chase card.

Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.

Grading the Darkness Energy Energy Card

Whether Darkness 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 34 copies of this card, of which 10 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 29.4%. 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 Darkness Energy Energy Card?

As a Common card, Darkness Energy was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

Its collector number (170/149) sits above the set's printed total of 149, 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 34 copies to date.

Other Printings of Darkness Energy

Darkness Energy appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Call of Legends 94 (around

29), HeartGold & SoulSilver 121 (around $54.19) and Burning Shadows 168 (around $50.67).

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 Darkness Energy Energy Card

The Darkness Energy energy card is a Common card from the Sun & Moon set (Sun & Moon series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Sun & Moon set.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Darkness Energy card from?

Darkness Energy is from the Sun & Moon set (Sun & Moon series), numbered 170/149 with the Common rarity.

What rarity is the Darkness Energy card?

Darkness Energy is classified as Common.

Is the Darkness 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 34 copies so far, with about 29.4% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Darkness Energy?

PSA has graded 34 copies, of which 10 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 29.4%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Darkness Energy card?

As a Common card, Darkness Energy was printed at one of the highest frequencies in its set — commons form the base of a set's print run and are pulled most often from booster packs.

When was the Sun & Moon set released?

The Sun & Moon set was released on February 3, 2017.

Are there other printings of Darkness Energy?

Yes. Darkness Energy appears on 25 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.