Latias ex Collector’s Guide: Surging Sparks Special Illustration Rare

Character Intro

Latias ex is the Special Illustration Rare from the Surging Sparks set, card 239. This vibrant 210 HP Psychic-type Basic Pokémon ex features the Skyliner ability and the high-damage Eon Blade attack.

Quick Facts

• Card ID: sv8-239
• Stage: Basic, ex
• Type: Psychic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Darkness ×2
• Resistance: Fighting -30
• Ability: Skyliner — Your Basic Pokémon in play have no Retreat Cost.
• Attack: Eon Blade — 200 damage; this Pokémon cannot attack during your next turn.
• Pokémon ex rule: When this Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Regulation Mark: H
• Image:

Key Printings

This printing is the Special Illustration Rare variant from Surging Sparks, numbered 239. It is a Basic Pokémon ex with no evolutions from previous forms.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are listed for this card. Identify it by the set code “sv8,” card number 239, and Special Illustration Rare rarity; the distinctive Skyliner ability and Eon Blade attack also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Note that the Pokémon ex rule applies: if Latias ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards. The card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Special Illustration Rare, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to preserve its condition and value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): Latias ex debuts as a powerful Psychic-type Basic, ex Pokémon with a game-changing ability to reduce Retreat Costs and a high-damage attack balanced by a self-imposed attack restriction next turn.