Zarude Collector’s Guide: Surging Sparks #11

Character Intro

Zarude is a Rare Basic Grass-type from the Surging Sparks set with 120 HP and the standout attack Jungle Whip. It is card number 11 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Attacks:
• Leaf Drain: Deals 20 damage and heals 20 damage from Zarude.
• Jungle Whip: Costs three energies; optionally return all attached energies to hand to add 80 more damage, totaling 80+.
• Regulation Mark: H
• Set Code: sv8
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This guide covers the Surging Sparks Zarude, card 11. It is a Rare, Basic Pokémon with no evolutions. No alternate printings or special editions are documented for this exact printing.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants or alternate artwork exist for this specific Zarude. Identify it by set code “sv8,” card number 11, and its distinctive attack names and effects.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality status: unknown.
• This card is not currently listed as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before use.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. With the illustrator and release date not provided, preserving physical condition is key for future collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): Features Zarude as a Rare Basic Grass-type with healing and high-damage options, regulation mark H, within the Scarlet & Violet series. Release date and illustrator details are not provided.