Darkrai DP52
Set: DP Black Star Promo
Released: May 1, 2007
Pokémon
Darkness Type
Promo
Darkness Type
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About Darkrai
To protect itself, it afflicts those around it with nightmares. However, it means no harm.
Card Details
- Card TypePokémon
- Featured Pokémon
- National Pokédex #491
- Card Number DP52
- Card RarityPromo
- IllustratorWataru Kawahara
- Release Date01/05/2007
- SeriesDiamond & Pearl
- Expansion DP Black Star Promo
- Standard FormatNot Legal
- Expanded FormatNot Legal
- Unlimited FormatLegal
- EraVintage
- Production StatusOut of Print
- RegionSinnoh
- Generation Generation 4
Card Attributes
- Energy Type
Darkness
- Health Points90 HP
- Weakness
Fighting ×2
- Resistance
Psychic -20
- Retreat Cost
Colorless ×2
Darkness 
Fighting ×2 
Psychic -20 
Abilities
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Poké-Body:
Darkness Aura
If you have Cresselia in play, each of Darkrai's attack does 20 more damage to the Defending Pokémon (before applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks
- Hypnoblast60
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.
Artwork Description
The artwork on this card depicts Darkrai emerging from a swirling cosmic void, surrounded by an aura of shadows and mystery. The background features a deep, starry expanse, adding a sense of infinite depth and vastness to the scene. Darkrai is depicted in dynamic motion, with energy emanating from its body, capturing a moment full of tension and power.The art style is dramatic and vivid, employing a dark color palette with shades of black, deep blues, and purples. These are contrasted by bright elements like the glowing red collar and the green orb of energy. The shading adds depth and highlights the contours of Darkrai's form, enhancing its menacing presence. The mood is intense and otherworldly, perfectly capturing Darkrai's enigmatic and fearsome nature.
Playability Overview
Darkrai's synergy with Cresselia boosts damage output while its Hypnoblast attack provides disruptive sleep status, offering a balance of power and control that rewards strategic setup and timing.
Binder Inspiration
Main Binder Theme: Midnight HauntingThis Darkrai card radiates an eerie charm with its shadowy background and glowing red eyes. It fits perfectly on a "Spooky Night" page. Pair it with other dark and ghostly Pokémon like Gengar or Sableye to create a mysterious atmosphere. Its "Hypnoblast" move adds to the haunting vibe, so avoid putting it with cheery cards.Additional Binder Suggestions: Shadow Realm / Mysterious / Dark Palette / Nightmares / Dreamscape
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