What is a secret rare card?

A secret rare card is a card whose collector number is higher than the official number of cards listed in a set, indicating its rarity and often featuring unique artwork or treatments.

Are all energy cards foil?

No, most basic Energy cards are printed as common, non-foil cards, with only special printings like this one featuring foil or full-art treatments.

How do I identify the set of an Energy card?

The set symbol, typically found in the bottom corner of the card, identifies the expansion it belongs to, though some early energies lacked set symbols.

Does this card have any special gameplay effects?

No, despite its rarity and special artwork, this card functions identically to any other basic Fighting Energy card in terms of gameplay mechanics.

Why are full-art Energy cards so collectible?

Full-art Energy cards are highly collectible due to their rarity, stunning visual appeal, and the desire of collectors to acquire unique and premium versions of even the most fundamental game components.

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Fighting Energy — Guardians Rising Pokémon card

Fighting EnergyGuardians Rising #169 Pokémon Card

Name: Fighting Energy — Guardians Rising #169
Brand: Pokémon TCG

Guardians Rising·#169·2017

Fighting Energy, a cornerstone of the Pokémon TCG, fuels the powerful attacks of Fighting-type Pokémon, a type known for its raw strength and effectiveness against many foes. This specific card is the highly sought-after full-art, gold foil secret rare from the 2017 Guardians Rising set, standing out as a premium variant of a fundamental game piece. Here, you will discover the card's visual splendor, its role in the game, and its place in the history of the Sun & Moon era.

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Card Number: #169
Release Date: May 4, 2017
Language: EN
Set Code: SM2

Fighting Energy is a fundamental component of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, representing one of the basic energy types required to power up attacks of Fighting-type Pokémon. Unlike specific Pokémon species, Energy cards do not have Pokédex lore, natural habitats, or evolution lines. They are not introduced in a particular generation in the same way Pokémon are, but rather are a core mechanic that has existed since the very first sets of the Pokémon TCG. Their role is purely strategic within the game, allowing players to meet the energy requirements for their Pokémon's moves. In the game and anime, energy is often depicted as a mystical force that Pokémon harness, but in the TCG, it's a tangible card resource. The Fighting type is typically strong against Normal, Rock, Ice, Dark, and Steel types in the video games, and this type interaction is often reflected in the TCG's weakness and resistance mechanics. Culturally, basic energy cards are ubiquitous, recognized by anyone familiar with the Pokémon TCG as the fuel for battles.

Last updated: April 11, 2026