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Skarmory
Surging Sparks 209/191 • ultra-rare
- Set
- Surging Sparks
- Number
- 209/191
- Rarity
- Illustration Rare
- Released
- 2024
- Energy type
- metal energy
- Finish
- Full art
- Market price
- $9.86
What it does
During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 30 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
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Where it came from
The Skarmory card from the Surging Sparks expansion serves as a striking example of the Illustration Rare subset, a category introduced in the Scarlet & Violet era to prioritize artistic expression over traditional static posing. This particular card was designed to emphasize Skarmory’s aerodynamic and metallic qualities, situating the Armor Bird Pokémon within a detailed environment that highlights its natural habitat and rugged, steel-feathered physiology.
As an Illustration Rare, the card focuses on a cinematic perspective, moving away from the standard 3D-rendered models seen in core set cards. It captures the essence of the creature through stylized linework and atmospheric coloring, which has been well-received by collectors who favor the narrative-driven, painterly aesthetic that has become a hallmark of modern Pokémon card collecting.
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