Surging Sparks
Quick answer
A balanced mainline set: good for openers who want real chase upside plus playable pulls.
Surging Sparks is a mainline Scarlet & Violet expansion headlined by Pikachu ex, whose Special Illustration Rare became one of the most chased cards of the era. The set also carries a deep Illustration Rare lineup and playable ex cards, making it popular with both openers and players. It shipped in the full range of standard products, including 36-pack booster boxes.
191 cards + 61 secret rares · Scarlet & Violet era · Always check official product details and set lists before buying.
Available pack products
| Product | Game | Set | Type | Packs | Chase | Beginner | Collector | Pull data | Marketplace link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surging Sparks Booster Pack casual opening | Pokémon | Surging Sparks | Booster Pack | 1 | ●●●●○ | ●●●●○ | ●●●●○ | Yes (est.) | View on TCGplayer |
| Surging Sparks Booster Box bulk opening | Pokémon | Surging Sparks | Booster Box | 36 | ●●●●○ | ●●●○○ | ●●●●○ | Yes (est.) | View on TCGplayer |
TCG Pax uses affiliate links. We may earn a commission from TCGplayer at no extra cost to you. Details
Shop Surging Sparks on TCGplayer
Search live sealed and single listings for this set.
Find listings on TCGplayerAffiliate linkSee chase cards
TCG Pax uses affiliate links. We may earn a commission from TCGplayer at no extra cost to you. Details
Stats are estimates, not promises. Pack openings are random.
Chase cards
All chase cards →
Rarity structure
| Rarity | Description | Estimated rate |
|---|---|---|
| Double Rare (ex) | Pokémon ex hits. | — |
| Ultra Rare | Full-art cards. | — |
| Illustration Rare | Deep IR lineup. | ≈ 1 in 6–8 packs (community observed)observed estimate |
| Special Illustration Rare | Pikachu ex SIR is the flagship chase. | ≈ 1 in 40–90 packs (community observed)observed estimate |
| Hyper Rare (Gold) | Gold cards. | — |
Pull-rate estimates
Surging Sparks booster box — demo observed sample
Demo dataMedium confidence
- Dataset type
- Internal manual sample
- Sample size
- 1,080 packs (30 boxes)
- Source
- TCG Pax demo dataset (placeholder)
- Last reviewed
:
| Rarity / target | Hits | Packs opened | Estimated rate | Odds (estimate) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Rare (ex) | 270 | 1,080 | 25.00% | ≈ 1 in 4 packs |
| Illustration Rare | 154 | 1,080 | 14.26% | ≈ 1 in 7 packs |
| Special Illustration Rare | 16 | 1,080 | 1.48% | ≈ 1 in 68 packs |
| Hyper Rare (Gold) | 11 | 1,080 | 1.02% | ≈ 1 in 98 packs |
Observed estimate — not official odds. These figures are illustrative placeholders, not a measured sample — they show how the stats are presented while we build verified, community-sourced datasets to replace them. Treat them as examples only.
Stats are estimates, not promises. Pack openings are random.
Estimates, not guarantees
Pull statistics are estimates based on available data and may vary. Opening packs is random. No pack, box, or sealed product guarantees a specific card unless the product explicitly states it.
Regular booster packs from different sealed products should not be presented as having special odds unless there is official evidence. A booster pack is random.
Always check official product details and set lists before buying.
Frequently asked questions
What packs are available for Surging Sparks?
Surging Sparks products in our database: Surging Sparks Booster Pack, Surging Sparks Booster Box. Availability changes — check live listings.
What are the chase cards in Surging Sparks?
The most chased cards we track: Pikachu ex, Latias ex, Milotic ex, Hydreigon ex, Durant ex. Pulling any specific card is random; buying the single is usually more predictable.
Are there pull-rate estimates for Surging Sparks?
Yes — observed estimates with sample sizes and confidence levels are shown on this page. They are estimates from samples, not official odds, and no result is guaranteed.
Is Surging Sparks better for collectors or players?
A balanced mainline set: good for openers who want real chase upside plus playable pulls.
Sources
- Pokémon TCG official site (product & set pages)Official · reviewed Jul 24, 2026
- TCGplayer marketplace (listings & search)Non-official · reviewed Jul 24, 2026
- TCG Pax editorial teamNon-official · reviewed Jul 24, 2026
Last reviewed: