Clobbopus Collector’s Guide: Surging Sparks Illustration Rare

Character Intro

Clobbopus appears in the Surging Sparks set as card 207 (sv8-207), an Illustration Rare. With 70 HP and the attack Slight Intrusion, its lively artwork and self-damaging punch make it a distinctive pickup for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Fighting
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Psychic ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: H
• Attack: Slight Intrusion (30 damage, costs 1 Fighting energy, also does 10 damage to itself)
• Evolves From: None
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Abilities: None

Key Printings

The only known printing of this Clobbopus card is from the Surging Sparks set, numbered 207, and classified as an Illustration Rare. This makes it a unique collectible within the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this card. Identification is straightforward via its set code “sv8-207” and its Illustration Rare rarity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown. This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats, limiting its use in official tournament play.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant illustration and maintain card condition, store this Clobbopus card in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity, consider using a top loader or a graded case for long-term protection.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): Introduced this unique Clobbopus card as an Illustration Rare, showcasing a simple yet effective Fighting-type Basic Pokémon with a self-damaging attack.