Surging Sparks

Pokémon Surging Sparks

Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks (sv08) is the eighth expansion in the Scarlet & Violet series, released on 8 November 2024. The set centres on Stellar Tera Pokémon ex and a tropical Terarium theme, with Pikachu ex, Alolan Exeggutor ex, Archaludon ex, and Latias ex as its headline stars alongside powerful Dragon-type legends like Black Kyurem ex. Collectors chase this set for its iconic Stellar Tera Pikachu ex, which appears as a Special Illustration Rare and Hyper Rare, making it one of the most sought-after cards of the entire Scarlet & Violet era.

Which Pokémon cards are in Surging Sparks?

Surging Sparks contains over 252 cards, including 9 Stellar Tera Pokémon ex and 9 standard Pokémon ex. The set is packed with premium rarity cards: 23 Illustration Rares, 11 Special Illustration Rares (featuring Pikachu ex, Latias ex, Milotic ex, and more), 6 Hyper Rare gold-etched cards, and 8 ACE SPEC cards for competitive play. Standout chase cards include the breathtaking Stellar Tera Pikachu ex Special Illustration Rare, the connected art pair of Latias ex and Latios ex, and the fan-favourite Milotic ex illustration.

Buying Surging Sparks cards

Surging Sparks was released in a wide range of products to suit every collector and player:

Booster Pack — A single pack of 10 cards, the classic way to start collecting.
Booster Bundle — Six booster packs bundled together for better value per pack.
Booster Display Box — 36 booster packs for serious collectors aiming to complete the set.
Elite Trainer Box (ETB) — 9 booster packs, 65 card sleeves, a full-art Magneton promo, dice, and accessories — the go-to collector's kit.
Pokémon Center Elite Trainer Box — Exclusive edition with 11 booster packs and a Pokémon Center-stamped Magneton promo.
Build & Battle Box — A ready-to-play 40-card deck plus 4 booster packs, ideal for new players.
3-Pack Blister — Three booster packs with a featured promo card, great as a gift.
Archaludon ex Collection Box — 4 booster packs plus exclusive Archaludon ex promo and oversized card.
Black Kyurem ex Collection Box — 4 booster packs plus Black Kyurem ex and Zekrom stamped promo cards.
Latias ex Special Collection — 4 booster packs plus playable and oversized Latias ex promo cards.