Hydreigon ex (Surging Sparks 119) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Hydreigon ex from the Surging Sparks set is a Double Rare card numbered 119. It boasts a robust 330 HP and features the disruptive, hard-hitting Crashing Headbutt attack.

Quick Facts

• Type: Darkness
• Stage: Stage 2, Tera, ex
• Retreat Cost: 3
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Attacks:
• Crashing Headbutt: Discards the top 3 cards of your opponent’s deck, dealing 200 damage for Darkness + Colorless energy.
• Obsidian: Deals 130 damage and also hits 2 of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon for 130 damage each (no Weakness or Resistance applied to Benched Pokémon), requiring Psychic, Darkness, Metal, and Colorless energy.
• Rules:
• Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Tera: As long as this Pokémon is on your Bench, prevent all damage done to this Pokémon by attacks (both yours and your opponent’s).

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Surging Sparks set (set code sv8), card number 119. It is a Double Rare card with no known illustrator credited. The release date of this printing is unknown.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Hydreigon ex card. It can be identified by its set code sv8-119 and its distinctive combination of Stage 2, Tera, and ex subtypes. The card’s Darkness type and high HP also help distinguish it from other Hydreigon cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its powerful attacks and Tera ability make it a notable collector’s piece rather than a tournament staple.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given the unknown illustrator and release date, maintaining its pristine state could enhance its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): This set includes Hydreigon ex as a Double Rare card with strong disruptive attacks and a unique Tera ability, fitting well into the Scarlet & Violet series’ dynamic gameplay themes. The card’s high HP and multi-target attack make it a standout in this set.