Vibrava (Surging Sparks 206) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Vibrava from the Surging Sparks set is a sleek Illustration Rare card numbered 206. It features 90 HP and a dynamic attack called Cutting Wind. This card stands out with its detailed artwork and strategic potential.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Stage 1 (evolves from Trapinch)
• Weakness: Grass ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Regulation Mark: H

Key Printings

This exact printing of Vibrava appears in the Surging Sparks set as card number 206. It is classified as an Illustration Rare, a rarity that often features unique or standout artwork. No other print variants are listed for this card.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate artworks for this Vibrava card. It can be identified by its set code “sv8-206,” Fighting type, and Illustration Rare rarity. The card’s regulation mark is H, and it evolves from Trapinch.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.
• Attacks:
• Screech: increases damage taken by the opponent’s Pokémon during your next turn.
• Cutting Wind: deals a solid 50 damage.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s Illustration Rare artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets for added protection, especially since the illustrator is unknown and the card may be a valuable collector’s item.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): This set includes the Fighting-type Vibrava as card 206, notable for its Illustration Rare rarity and strategic attack options. The set’s release date is unknown, but it contributes a distinctive Stage 1 Pokémon to the Scarlet & Violet series.