Durant ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Durant ex from the Surging Sparks set is a striking Double Rare card with 190 HP. Featuring the ability Sudden Shearing and the attack Vengeful Crush, it’s a dynamic addition to any collection. This card is numbered 4 in its set.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Durant ex
• Type: Grass
• Stage: Basic, ex
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Regulation Mark: H
• Set Code: sv8
• Card ID: sv8-4
• Rules: Pokémon ex rule: When your Pokémon ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
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Key Printings

This guide focuses on the sole known printing of Durant ex from the Surging Sparks set, numbered 4. It is classified as a Double Rare card, making it a notable find for collectors seeking higher rarity cards within the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

No print variants are documented for this card. Identification relies on the set code sv8, card number 4, and its Double Rare rarity. The card’s unique ability “Sudden Shearing” and its attack “Vengeful Crush” also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Rule reminder: Durant ex follows the Pokémon ex rule—when it’s Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Ability note: “Sudden Shearing” allows discarding the top card of the opponent’s deck when played onto the Bench.
• Attack note: “Vengeful Crush” deals increased damage based on the opponent’s Prize cards taken.

Care & Storage Tips

As a Double Rare card, Durant ex should be stored in protective sleeves and kept away from direct sunlight to preserve its condition. Avoid bending or exposure to moisture to maintain its collectible value. Proper storage in a binder or card box is recommended.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): Durant ex appears as a powerful Basic Grass-type Pokémon ex card with a strong HP pool and strategic ability, contributing to the set’s diverse and competitive Scarlet & Violet lineup.