Darkness Ablaze
Don't rip Darkness Ablaze right now.
−81%
$64.23 sealed → $11.98 EV | EV/pack: $0.99
Even the best product loses −$52.25 on average.
If you must open something: Darkness Ablaze Build & Battle Box loses the least at −$52.25.
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Darkness Ablaze Build & Battle Box
MSRP $21.99 • Market price $64.23 • Return −81%
Set EV History
Recent movement in set-level EV based on current pricing and pull-rate assumptions.
EV Trend
EV per pack and best product return over time.
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Chase Cards
What you could pull from this set, ranked by value.
Charizard VMAX
#020/189
UR$45.12
EV: $0.26
Charizard V
#019/189
UR$7.08
EV: $0.04
Butterfree VMAX (Secret)
#190/189
SR$16.06
EV: $0.03
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Salamence VMAX (Secret)
#194/189
SR$14.58
EV: $0.03
Houndoom V (Full Art)
#178/189
UR$5.01
EV: $0.03
Eternatus VMAX
#117/189
UR$4.29
EV: $0.02
Butterfree VMAX
#002/189
UR$4.21
EV: $0.02
Eternatus VMAX (Secret)
#192/189
SR$11.69
EV: $0.02
Butterfree V (Full Art)
#177/189
UR$4.07
EV: $0.02
Mew V
#069/189
UR$4.01
EV: $0.02
Deep Dives
Expandable sections for the EV math, pull-rate tables, and editorial FAQ.
The Math — EV Breakdown & Pull Rates
| Rarity | Cards | Avg Value | Range | Pull Rate | EV/Pack |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 34 | $3.57 | $0.59–$45.12 | 19.50% | $0.70 |
| Secret Rare(SR) | 12 | $7.31 | $2.18–$16.06 | 2.40% | $0.18 |
| Holo Rare(H) | 18 | $0.52 | $0.24–$1.59 | 22.00% | $0.11 |
| Total EV / Pack | $0.99 | ||||
| Rarity | Pull Rate | Odds | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holo Rare(H) | 22.00% | 1 in 5 | 630 |
| Ultra Rare(UR) | 19.50% | 1 in 5 | 630 |
| Secret Rare(SR) | 2.40% | 1 in 42 | 630 |
Sources: https://www.digitaltq.com/vivid-voltage-booster-pull-rates-pokemon-tcg, https://pack-kingdom.com/pokemon-booster-pack-pull-rates/, https://www.thepricedex.com/set/swsh3/darkness-ablaze/pull-rates
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Darkness Ablaze worth opening?
- At current market prices, Darkness Ablaze Build & Battle Box loses $52.25 on average. You are better off keeping it sealed or buying singles directly.
- What is the EV of a Darkness Ablaze booster pack?
- The expected value of a single Darkness Ablaze booster pack is $0.99 based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community pull rate data.
- What is the MSRP for Darkness Ablaze products?
- Darkness Ablaze Build & Battle Box launched at $21.99 MSRP. Compare that to the current sealed market price of $64.23 to see how far Darkness Ablaze pricing has moved from retail.
- What are the best cards to pull in Darkness Ablaze?
- The most valuable cards in Darkness Ablaze are Charizard VMAX ($45.12), Charizard V ($7.08), Butterfree VMAX (Secret) ($16.06).
- How often do you pull a chase card in Darkness Ablaze?
- Pull rates are based on 630 pack openings from community sources. See the pull rate table below for exact odds per rarity tier.
- What is the best Darkness Ablaze product to buy?
- Based on current EV calculations, Darkness Ablaze Build & Battle Box offers the best return at −81% (−$52.25). It contains 4 packs and is priced at $64.23.
- How often are Darkness Ablaze prices updated?
- All prices are updated daily at 21:00 UTC using TCGPlayer market prices via TCGCSV. EV calculations refresh automatically with each price update.
- What is cash-out EV for Darkness Ablaze?
- Cash-out EV is the expected value after marketplace fees, shipping, and liquidity discounts. We apply a 0.64x multiplier to market EV. For Darkness Ablaze Build & Battle Box, cash-out EV is $7.67 versus $11.98 market EV.
- How do pull rates work for Darkness Ablaze?
- Pull rates represent the probability of pulling each rarity tier from a single booster pack. They are based on 630 community pack openings. Each rarity tier has a different pull rate — higher rarities are harder to pull but typically more valuable.
As of April 2026, Darkness Ablaze products lose an average of $82.31 (−89%) based on current TCGPlayer market prices and community-sourced pull rate data from 630+ pack openings.