Darkrai XY194 / 211 Pokemon Card from XY Black Star Promos Set
Darkrai is a Basic Darkness-type Pokémon with 110 HP. It is a Promo card from the XY Black Star Promos set, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. The flavor text notes…
Set: XY Black Star Promos
Number: XY194/211
Rarity: Promo
Set
About the Darkrai Pokémon Card
Darkrai is a Darkness-type Pokémon card with 110 HP from the XY Black Star Promos set, part of the XY series. It carries the collector number XY194/211 and is classified as Promo. The XY Black Star Promos set was released on October 12, 2013.
The card includes the flavor text: “It can lull people to sleep and make them dream. It is active during the nights of the new moon.”.
Darkrai Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Darkrai
Card number: XY194/211
Set: XY Black Star Promos
Series: XY
Rarity: Promo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Darkness
HP: 110
Artist: Ken Sugimori
Release date: October 12, 2013
National Pokédex number: 491
Why Collect the Darkrai Pokémon Card?
Darkrai is most often collected as part of a complete XY Black Star Promos 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.
Artwork and Illustration of the Darkrai Pokémon Card
Darkrai was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Darkrai Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Darkrai is about
3.78. Recent listings range from roughly
1.79 (low) to $4,321 (high), with a mid-point near
6.52. 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 XY Black Star Promos set has a median card value near
4.93 and an average near $38.95, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -7% over the last 7 days and +17% 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 XY Black Star Promos set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Darkrai Pokémon Card
Whether Darkrai 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 269 copies of this card, of which 25 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 9.3%. 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 Darkrai Pokémon Card?
Darkrai carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 269 copies to date.
Other Printings of Darkrai
Darkrai appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include BW Black Star Promos BW73 (around
25), XY Black Star Promos XY114 (around $79.66) and Majestic Dawn 3 (around $51.04).
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 Darkrai Pokémon Card
The Darkrai pokémon card is a Promo card from the XY Black Star Promos set (XY series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the XY Black Star Promos set. Its current aggregated market price is about 3.78; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Darkrai card from?
Darkrai is from the XY Black Star Promos set (XY series), numbered XY194/211 with the Promo rarity.
What rarity is the Darkrai card?
Darkrai is classified as Promo.
How much is the Darkrai XY194/211 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
3.78, within a recent range of roughly
1.79 to $4,321. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Darkrai card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 269 copies so far, with about 9.3% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Darkrai?
PSA has graded 269 copies, of which 25 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 9.3%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Darkrai card?
Darkrai carries the Promo rarity, which determines how frequently it appears in booster packs.
When was the XY Black Star Promos set released?
The XY Black Star Promos set was released on October 12, 2013.
Are there other printings of Darkrai?
Yes. Darkrai appears on 14 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
