Larvesta 196/191 Scarlet & Violet Surging Sparks Pokémon Raw

Pokémon: Larvesta

Series: Scarlet & Violet

Set: Surging Sparks

Card Number: 196/191

Rarity: R

Condition: N/A

Grade: Raw

Year: 2025

Illustrator: Whisker

The Larvesta 196/191 from the Scarlet & Violet—Surging Sparks expansion is a vibrant Fire-type Basic Pokémon card released in November 2024. Illustrated by Whisker, this Illustration Rare features a stunning full-art depiction of the Torch Pokémon with a textured holographic finish, showcasing 70 HP. As a secret rare numbered beyond the base set count, it stands out with unique, dynamic artwork distinct from the standard common printing, serving as a premium collectible for fans of the species and the Surging Sparks set.

In gameplay, this Illustration Rare retains the simple mechanics of its common counterpart but offers aesthetic value over competitive utility. Its attacks include "Ram," dealing 10 damage for one Colorless Energy, and "Steady Firebreathing," which inflicts 20 damage for one Fire and one Colorless Energy. The card carries a Water weakness (×2), no resistance, and a retreat cost of two Colorless Energy, making it a fragile early-game option primarily used in niche Fire-type decks or as a placeholder before evolving into Volcarona.

Collectors value the raw (ungraded) version of this card for its charming full-art illustration by Whisker and its status as an Illustration Rare chase card.

Product Details

Card Number / Rarity:196/191 / Illustration Rare

Card Type / HP / Stage:Fire / 70 / Basic

Attack 1:[C] Ram (10)

Attack 2:[RC] Steady Firebreathing (20)

Weakness / Resistance / Retreat Cost:Wx2 / / 2

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