Pikachu ex (Full Art Textured Holofoil) [Surging Sparks #219/191]

Pikachu ex (Full Art Textured Holofoil) [Surging Sparks #219/191]

Set: Scarlet & Violet: Surging Sparks
Card Number: #219/191 (Ultra Rare / Full Art / Beyond Base Set)
Year: 2024
Rarity: Ultra Rare (Full Art / Secret Rare)
Variant: Full Art Textured Holofoil
Illustrator: PLANETA ICG
Condition: Raw (Ungraded)

About This Card

This is the Ultra Rare Full Art printing of Pikachu ex from Scarlet & Violet: Surging Sparks, illustrated by PLANETA ICG. Numbered 219/191, it extends past the base set checklist — designating it as a Secret Rare Full Art. Pikachu is arguably the most heavily collected mascot in the history of the hobby, ensuring a permanently high volume of interest from master set collectors and character purists alike. The premium fingerprint-like micro-texturing across the card surface interacts dynamically with light — a key authenticity marker. Smooth, glossy copies with an aggressive vertical rainbow reflection and no tactile ridges are counterfeits. On the competitive side, the Resolute Heart ability allows Pikachu ex to survive a Knock Out with 10 HP remaining if it is at full HP — a crucial survival mechanic in fast-paced competitive matchups.

Why This Card?

• Secret Rare Full Art — Pikachu: Numbered 219/191, this card exceeds the base set checklist and features the franchise’s most iconic mascot. Pikachu cards at this rarity tier command permanent, consistently high demand from master set collectors and character hunters.
• PLANETA ICG Artwork: A stunning full-bleed illustration with premium micro-textured holofoil finish. Authentic copies have a fine, fingerprint-like texture that interacts dynamically with light — smooth, glossy copies with a vertical rainbow sheen are counterfeits.
• Competitive Viability: Resolute Heart lets Pikachu ex survive a Knock Out with 10 HP remaining when at full HP — a powerful survival mechanic that has seen widespread competitive testing and play.
• Raw & Gradeable: This card is ungraded. Check bright yellow front borders carefully for left-to-right and top-to-bottom centering. The Surging Sparks print run can suffer from minor vertical print lines on the texture or slight back-corner whitening.

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