R Energy is a Japanese Pokémon TCG special energy card from the Team Rocket–themed Black Deck Kit (Rocket Gang Strikes Back expansion, released October 2004). The card’s illustration by Takumi Akabane prominently features the Team Rocket “R” logo with a bold, swirling design and a rare holofoil finish typical of that era. As a 1st Edition promo print, this R Energy holds strong collector appeal and nostalgic value for early-2000s Pokémon TCG enthusiasts. In play it attaches only to Team Rocket or Darkness-type Pokémon, providing two [Dark] energy and a +10 damage boost to their attacks, making it both a distinctive art piece and a unique strategic card for fans.