What is Prism Energy?
Prism Energy is a Special Energy that was used in the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG). It has only been released once – in the Black and White Next Destinies set of 2012.
See also: What are Special Energy Cards?
The Prism Energy card provides one Colorless Energy. If the card it is attached to is a Basic Pokémon then it provides one of any type of Energy. The card design features the Colorless Energy symbol.
In the Pokémon TCG, a player can only use an Attack Move if the specified number of Energy are attached. This specified number generally includes one or more Energy that corresponds to the Pokémon type, and / or a number of Colorless Energy. Prism Energy Cards provide one Colorless Energy.
Prism Energy Card Text:
The text on the card reads: ‘React Energy provides
Energy. If the Pokémon this card is attached to is a Basic Pokémon, this card provides every type of Energy but provides only 1 Energy at a time.’
Timeline of Prism Energy Cards:
To date Double Colorless Energy has been included in 2 different expansion sets. They have always been part of the set and have card numbers. The cards released are listed in order of release. (scroll to bottom for gallery view).
BW Next Destinies
First Released 2012
Card Number –
93/99
SV Black Bolt
First Released 2025
Card Number –
086/086
ME Ascended Heroes
First Released 2026
Card Number –
216/217
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