Altaria (Surging Sparks 134) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Altaria from Surging Sparks is an Uncommon Dragon-type Stage 1 Pokémon with 120 HP, featuring the Cotton Wings attack. It is card number 134 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Dragon
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Swablu)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Regulation Mark: H
• Weaknesses: None listed
• Resistances: None listed

Key Printings

This exact printing of Altaria appears in the Surging Sparks set, identified by set code sv8 and card number 134. It is classified as an Uncommon card with no known alternate illustrators or special print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants or alternate artwork are documented for this card. It can be identified by set code sv8, number 134, and regulation mark H. The image for this printing is available at /images/sv8/sv8-134.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

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

Care & Storage Tips

Store the card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given the unknown illustrator and release date, preserving its physical condition is especially important for collectors.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): This set includes Altaria as an Uncommon Dragon-type Stage 1 Pokémon with two attacks: “Humming Charge,” which allows energy attachment from the deck, and “Cotton Wings,” a powerful 100-damage attack with a defensive flip-coin effect. The card complements the set’s dynamic energy strategies.