Applin – Surging Sparks (#138)

Price Overview & Key Facts
Applin (#138) is a Common card from Scarlet & Violet - Surging Sparks released in 2024. It features the Nutrients attack, Heal 30 damage from 1 of your Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.10, Cardmarket average sale is €0.08, Floor listings start near €0.02. Market price has declined 12.1% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.10
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.03
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.09
- Recent low listing: €0.02
- Market price has declined 12.1% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Surging Sparks
- Card Number
- 138
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- HP
- 40
- Type
- 🐉 Dragon
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Flapple
Attacks & Strategy
-
Nutrients
[Colorless]
Heal 30 damage from 1 of your Pokémon. -
Trip Over
[Grass, Fire]
— 20+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Applin from Surging Sparks (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card showcases quality artwork.
Market Trends: Market price has declined 12.1% versus the 30-day average.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Applin 138 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Applin's Nutrients for Colorless energy. Special effect: Heal 30 damage from 1 of your Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 40 HP • Dragon Type
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
� Compare Applin Cards
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Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
Surging Sparks #138 ← Current | 40 | 2 attacks | Common | $0.10 |
�📦 Surging Sparks Set Context
This Applin is part of the Surging Sparks expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Applin card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Common cards from Surging Sparks are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- Dragon typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Applin 138 was released in 2024 in the Surging Sparks expansion. This set is part of the Scarlet & Violet series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Set Popularity: Surging Sparks is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Dragon type Pokémon like Applin with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Applin card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Dragon energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Applin works best in Dragon type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.