Latias ex 239/191 SV8 Surging Sparks SIR Secret Rare Full Art Pokémon
Latias ex 239/191 SV8 Surging Sparks SIR Secret Rare Full Art Pokémon
Price: $199.00
Latias ex from Surging Sparks, numbered 239/191, pulls off that Secret Illustration Rare status in raw form. It’s one of those cards that shows up in pulls from the Scarlet & Violet era packs, sitting just beyond the main set count. We’re talking a clean raw copy here, straight from a fresh booster without any grading slab.
The artwork on this one spreads out in full art style, with Latias gliding through a misty, ethereal scene that makes the colors pop against the holo background. That foil treatment catches the light in subtle waves, giving it a dreamy vibe without overwhelming the details.
On the card text side, it’s a Dragon-type Pokémon ex with 210 HP. The Ability is Misty Catcher, letting you once per turn switch your opponent’s Active Pokémon with one from their Bench—handy for messing with setups. Attacks include Evasion Turn for 50 damage, which also lets you switch this Pokémon with one of your Benched ones, and Purple Noise dealing 130 while confusing the opponent’s Active. Weakness to Fairy, no Resistance, and a Retreat Cost of 1. Standard ex rule applies, so two Prize cards when KO’d.
Surging Sparks hit shelves in late 2024, part of the ongoing SV block with its mix of Terastal mechanics and throwback vibes. Printing quirks in this set often mean decent card stock—thicker than older stuff, with holo patterns that hold up well. Centering can be hit or miss on secrets like this; you’ll see some with perfect 50/50 borders, others slightly off on the bottom edge, but raw copies usually avoid major whitening if handled right.
For raw condition, look for those sharp corners without dings, edges that stay clean and unfrayed, and a surface free of scratches or print lines. The holo flash on the full art really shines under direct light, highlighting Latias’s sleek design without any clouding. Edges might show minimal factory wear, but a solid copy keeps everything crisp, from the borders to the text box.
Spot one like this in a trade pile, and it’s tempting to just admire the glow before deciding its fate.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Latias ex
– Set: Surging Sparks
– Rarity: Secret Illustration Rare
– Condition: Clean Raw
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