The Surging Sparks set has taken the Pokémon Trading Card Game by storm in 2024, captivating both avid collectors, competitive players and everyone in between. Packed with stunning Special Illustration Rares, Hyper Rares, and powerful Pokémon ex cards, this set is redefining what makes Pokémon cards valuable. With intricate artwork and game-changing abilities, Surging Sparks has quickly become a must-have set, and the secondary market is ablaze with high-value transactions.

Here’s a look at the top 10 most expensive Pokémon cards from Surging Sparks, highlighting the treasures that are dominating collections and competitive decks alike this year.

#10. Latios #203 – Illustration Rare

Price: $39.29–$45.40

The only Illustration Rare on the list, Latios #203 is a must-have Pokémon card for collectors, featuring beautiful artwork of a city by the sea and its synergy with Latias. Whether it’s the stunning design or its collectibility, Latios stands out among the Pokémon cards in Surging Sparks.

Besides its looks, Latios #203 has some great gameplay too. Its Skill Dive attack allows you to deal 50 damage to any of your opponent’s Pokémon, giving you flexibility in targeting benched Pokémon. This makes it a fantastic addition for players who want Pokémon cards with both aesthetic value and in-game utility.

The card’s price has been fluctuating, with recent sales ranging from $34.00 to $49.99.

#9. Clemont’s Quick Wit #243 – Special Illustration Rare

Price: $44.99

Clemont, the inventing Gym Leader from Pokémon X and Y, looks great in this Special Illustration Rare card. Instead of his battle pose, this artwork shows Clemont inventing in his Lumiose City Gym, surrounded by tools and glowing parts, with the Prism Tower as the background.

In gameplay, Clemont’s Quick Wit is a great Supporter card for Lightning-type decks, healing 60 damage from each Lightning Pokémon. This makes it great for keeping your key attackers in play longer and for sustained offense in close matches.

#8. Pikachu ex #247 – Hyper Rare

Price: $65

Pikachu ex #247 Hyper Rare is one of the best cards in Surging Sparks, with a beautiful gold design that’s so nostalgic and cute. Initially priced over $100 during pre-release, the card’s price has stabilized to $65, as collectors want to complete the Pikachu lineup from the set.

In competitive play, Pikachu ex has great utility with its Resolute Heart ability which prevents it from being Knocked Out if it has full HP, leaving it with 10 HP instead. This is a great advantage in close matches.

#7. Jasmine’s Gaze #245 – Special Illustration Rare

Price: $72.95–$82.00

This Special Illustration Rare card shows Jasmine, the Johto Gym Leader, surprised while eating. Her popularity and the card’s artwork have kept the price stable since pre-release. It’s also one of the best Trainer cards in the set, for collectors and Johto fans.

From a gameplay perspective, Jasmine’s Gaze #245 is useful. Its effect reduces damage to all your Pokémon by 30 during your opponent’s next turn, a great defensive boost in close matches.

The card’s price has been fluctuating, with recent sales ranging from $28.00 to $41.00.

#6. Alolan Exeggutor ex #242 – Special Illustration Rare

Price: $81.23–$91.56

This card is Alolan Exeggutor in a beautiful sunset scene, one of the most colorful cards in Surging Sparks. Its Tropical Frenzy ability allows you to deal damage while accelerating energy to your Pokémon, making it a great tool in competitive play. Its Tera status also gives it immunity to damage while on the Bench, making it great for long-term strategies.

The card’s tropical beauty and playability has collectors and players wanting it. Recent sales have peaked at $91. Pull rates for Special Illustration Rares are low, so with Alolan Exeggutor ex being a rare pull, it’s a hot item among enthusiasts.

#5. Milotic ex #237 – Special Illustration Rare

Price: $91.56–$94.45

One of the most beautiful cards in Surging Sparks, Milotic ex has stunning artwork that captures its calm yet powerful nature. Its ability to counter Tera Pokémon, the current meta’s dominant force, makes it not just a collector’s item but also a competitive deck addition.

Tournament decks are starting to use Milotic ex, especially for its disruption potential with Hypno Splash, which deals damage and puts the opponent’s Active Pokémon to sleep. This beauty and utility makes it a top choice for competitive players and collectors.

#4. Hydreigon ex #240 – Special Illustration Rare

Price: $107.87–$111.93

Illustrated by AKIRA EGAWA, Hydreigon ex #240 has beautiful artwork of the Dark-type Pokémon in a dark tunnel, lit by its Stellar Tera Crown. The painted design has made it one of the most sought after cards in Surging Sparks, with steady prices.

In play, Hydreigon ex hits hard with a 200 damage attack that makes opponents discard three cards and another that deals 130 damage to the Active and two Benched Pokémon. This beauty and power makes it a fan favorite.

#3. Lisia’s Appeal #246 – Special Illustration Rare

Price: $126.21–$143.95

One of the top trainer cards in Surging Sparks, Lisia’s Appeal has Lisia and her Altaria from Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire during a beautiful performance. The artwork has Lisia’s charm, her smile and stage presence, making this card a collector’s favorite.

In play, Lisia’s Appeal makes opponents switch their Active Pokémon with a Benched Basic Pokémon and Confuse the new Active Pokémon. This added control makes it a top choice for competitive players and collectors.

#2. Latias ex #239 – Special Illustration Rare

Price: $150.00–$193.01

Latias ex continues the artwork from Latios #203, with the Psychic-type Pokémon flying over a city, gazing forward. The detailed design and synergy with its partner card has made it one of the most expensive cards in Surging Sparks.

On the field, Latias ex removes the retreat cost for all Basic Pokémon in play, opening up new strategies by allowing players to switch Pokémon more freely. Its beauty and utility has made Latias ex a hot card.

#1. Pikachu ex #238 Special Illustration Rare

Price: $303.90-$400

The most expensive and best selling card in Surging Sparks, Pikachu ex #238 Special Illustration Rare has become the crown jewel of the set. With beautiful artwork of Pikachu surrounded by electric sparks, this card is the essence of the Pokémon mascot. The detailed design and rarity has made it a must have for collectors worldwide.

In play, Pikachu ex is a powerhouse. Its Electro Rush ability does a lot of damage and allows you to attach additional energy to Pokémon in play, making it a great addition to Electric decks. Its second ability, Static Shield, reduces damage taken, so it’s good on both offense and defense.