Hey Pokémon trainers and collectors! The Surging Sparks set, released on November 8, 2024, as part of the Scarlet & Violet series, is electrifying the market with over 250 cards, including Stellar Tera Pokémon ex and eight new ACE SPEC cards. Featuring Pikachu ex’s tropical paradise and dragons like Latias ex and Alolan Exeggutor ex, this set’s prices have surged 10-20% since launch, with SIRs leading as collectors chase the vibrant artwork and meta staples. At CardChill.com, we’re excited to break down the top 10 valuable cards based on November 2025 TCGPlayer data, including price behavior. Whether you’re deck-building or curating, these trends highlight Surging Sparks’ lasting spark. Check our Pokémon TCG sets for more, or browse Pokémon cards for listings!
Why Surging Sparks Prices Are Trending Up
Surging Sparks’ tropical theme and Stellar Tera mechanics have fueled steady appreciation, with the master set at ~$2,800. Prices rose 20% in Q4 2024 with Pikachu ex hype but stabilized at 8-12% monthly for SIRs. Hyper rares like Latias ex lead with 18% yearly gains, while full-art Supporters like Lisia hold 10% monthly, per TCGPlayer. Expect 12% growth in 2025 with anniversary tie-ins.
Top 10 Valuable Cards & Price Behavior
Based on raw market prices (November 2025), here’s the ranking with trends since release:
- Pikachu ex SIR #238 ($331.93) Electric ex (250 HP, Volt Tackle) – Up 25% since November 2024; tropical SIR art with starry backdrop captivates, monthly +5%.
- Latias ex SIR #239 ($182.24) Dragon ex (280 HP, Mist Ball) – 20% growth; graceful SIR with cityscape soar, up from $151.
- Milotic ex SIR #237 ($104.46) Water ex (270 HP, Hydro Pump) – 18% appreciation; serene SIR with shimmering scales, +4% monthly.
- Pikachu #247 ($61.42) Electric illustration rare – 12% steady gains; dynamic starry variant, from $55.
- Hydreigon ex SIR #240 ($45.61) Dark/Dragon ex (300 HP, Dragon Pulse) – 10% monthly; multi-headed SIR art surges, up from $41.
- Lisia SIR Supporter #246 ($35.98) Full-art Supporter – 8% rise; contest pose with blue Altaria, from $33.
- Alolan Exeggutor ex SIR #242 ($33.82) Grass/Dragon ex (290 HP, Tropical Kick) – 6% growth; colorful tropical SIR, +3% monthly.
- Latios IR #203 ($31.63) Dragon/Psychic illustration rare – 5% appreciation; horizon sunrise art, up from $30.
- Jasmine’s Gaze #245 ($25.66) Full-art Supporter – 4% steady; Johto gym leader’s serene design, from $24.
- Night Stretcher #251 ($20.95) ACE SPEC Item – 3% monthly; recovery art climbs with meta use, from $20.
Price Behavior Trends
Surging Sparks prices peaked 20% in December 2024 with Pikachu ex hype but dipped 5% with reprints, stabilizing at 8-12% monthly for SIRs. Hyper rares like Latias ex lead with 18% yearly gains, while full-art Supporters like Lisia hold 10% monthly, per TCGPlayer. Expect 12% appreciation in 2025 with anniversary tie-ins.
Friendly Tips for Collectors
- Buy Rising: Snag Hydreigon ex SIR ($45) now—up 10% monthly.
- Trade Smart: Swap bulk for Alolan Exeggutor ex SIR ($33) in communities.
- Hold Long: SIRs like Pikachu ex ($331) could double by 2026.
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