Paldean Tauros Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Paldean Tauros from Surging Sparks (card 18) is an Uncommon Basic Fire-type with 130 HP and a standout attack, Spirited Tackle. It’s a dependable pickup for collectors seeking a versatile Pokémon card.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Paldean Tauros
• Type: Fire
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Water ×2
• Regulation Mark: H
• Set Code: sv8
• Series: scarlet_violet
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Abilities: None
• Attacks:
• Rear Kick: Deals 30 damage for one Fire energy.
• Spirited Tackle: Costs one Fire and two Colorless energies; does 90+ damage, with an additional 90 damage if the opponent’s Active Pokémon is a Stage 1.

Key Printings

The only known printing is Surging Sparks 18. It is Uncommon with no alternate illustrators or special print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

No known print variants or alternates. Identifiers: set code “sv8,” regulation mark “H,” Uncommon rarity.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Paldean Tauros is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its straightforward attack suite and moderate HP make it a solid choice for casual play, though its tournament viability is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

Store in a protective sleeve away from sunlight and moisture. With the illustrator and release date unknown, preserving condition is key for future collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): Paldean Tauros debuts as a Basic Fire-type focused on aggressive attacks, adding a balanced mix of offense and durability to the set.