Archaludon ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Archaludon ex from Surging Sparks is a durable Stage 1, ex Pokémon with 300 HP. Its Assemble Alloy ability supports efficient setup, while Metal Defender offers a reliable offensive plan for Metal decks.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Archaludon ex
• Type: Metal
• Stage: Stage 1, ex
• Evolves From: Duraludon
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Regulation Mark: H
• Set Code: sv8
• Series: scarlet_violet
• Card ID: sv8-130

Key Printings

This guide covers Archaludon ex from Surging Sparks, card number 130. It is a Double Rare with no known alternate print variants.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate artworks for this card. Identify it by set code sv8 and card number 130.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Rule: As a Pokémon ex, if Archaludon ex is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Ability — Assemble Alloy: When evolving, you may attach up to 2 Basic Metal Energy cards from your discard pile, boosting Metal-type strategies.
• Attack — Metal Defender: Deals 220 damage and grants immunity to Weakness during the opponent’s next turn.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect this Double Rare in a sleeve and store it away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching, especially with the illustrator and release date currently unknown.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): Debut of Archaludon ex as a high-HP Metal-type Stage 1 with an energy-recycling ability. No known alternate printings for this card; this version is the definitive collectible.

Archaludon ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Archaludon ex from Surging Sparks is a durable, high-impact card. With 300 HP, the Special Illustration Rare showcases Assemble Alloy for smart energy acceleration and the hard-hitting Metal Defender attack for reliable offense. As card 241, its distinctive design and powerful stats make sv8-241 a standout for both players and collectors.

Quick Facts

• HP: 300
• Type: Metal
• Stage: Stage 1, ex (evolves from Duraludon)
• Ability: Assemble Alloy — lets you attach up to 2 Basic Metal Energy cards from your discard pile to your Metal Pokémon when evolving Archaludon ex.
• Attack: Metal Defender — deals 220 damage and grants no Weakness during your opponent’s next turn.
• Weakness: Fire ×2
• Resistance: Grass -30
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
• Regulation Mark: H
• Series: Scarlet & Violet
• Set: Surging Sparks (sv8)
• Legality: unknown

Key Printings

The only known printing of Archaludon ex is in Surging Sparks (sv8) as card number 241. This printing is a Special Illustration Rare, giving it a visually unique profile within the Scarlet & Violet series.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include:
– Card ID: sv8-241
– Rarity: Special Illustration Rare
– Regulation Mark: H
– Image reference: /images/sv8/sv8-241.jpg

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
Archaludon ex follows the Pokémon ex rule, so when it is Knocked Out, the opponent takes 2 Prize cards. Its ability to attach Metal Energy from the discard pile upon evolution and its Metal Defender attack provide strong tempo and damage, though its standard, expanded, and unlimited legality statuses are not confirmed.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve and keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Avoid bending and exposure to moisture to preserve artwork and card integrity.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Surging Sparks (sv8): Archaludon ex debuts as a powerful Metal-type Stage 1 ex Pokémon with a unique ability to recycle Metal Energy and a high-damage attack that negates Weakness temporarily. This set features it as a Special Illustration Rare, enhancing its appeal to collectors and players alike.