Shiinotic Collector’s Guide: Surging Sparks #9

Character Intro

Shiinotic is an uncommon card from the Surging Sparks set, numbered 9. It has 110 HP and features the ability Calming Light, which adds a strategic element to gameplay. Its attack, Spiral Rush, offers a dynamic option for battling opponents.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Shiinotic
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Morelull)
• Type: Grass
• Ability: Calming Light — Once during your turn, if this Pokémon is active, you may put your opponent’s Active Pokémon to Sleep.
• Attack: Spiral Rush — Flip coins until you get tails; this attack does 60 damage plus 30 more for each heads.
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: H
• Set Code: sv8
• Series: Scarlet & Violet
• Card ID: sv8-9
• Image:

Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing of Shiinotic from the Surging Sparks set, card number 9. It is an uncommon card with no known alternate printings or special editions.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code (sv8), card number (9), and the unique ability and attack text.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability to induce Sleep and the Spiral Rush attack provide interesting tactical options, though tournament play status is unclear.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve this uncommon card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): This set includes Shiinotic as card 9, featuring a unique ability to put opponents to sleep and a variable damage attack. The set’s focus on Scarlet & Violet Pokémon offers collectors a vibrant expansion with diverse Grass-type options.