Tapu lele – Surging Sparks (#92)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Tapu lele (#92) is a Rare card from Scarlet & Violet - Surging Sparks released in 2024. It features the Perplex attack (20 damage), Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.. TCGplayer market price sits around $0.11, Cardmarket average sale is €0.22, Floor listings start near €0.02. Market price has increased 62.5% versus the 30-day average.
- TCGplayer market price: $0.11
- Cardmarket trend price: €0.05
- 30-day Cardmarket average: €0.14
- Recent low listing: €0.02
- Market price has increased 62.5% versus the 30-day average.
Card Details
- Set
- Surging Sparks
- Card Number
- 92
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- HP
- 110
- Type
- 🔮 Psychic
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Metal ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Attacks & Strategy
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Perplex
[Colorless, Colorless]
— 20
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused. -
Mental Crush
[Psychic, Colorless, Colorless]
— 90+
If your opponent's Active Pokémon is Confused, this attack does 90 more damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Tapu lele from Surging Sparks (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card showcases quality artwork.
Market Trends: Market price has increased 62.5% 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 Tapu lele 92 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Tapu lele's Perplex deals 20 damage for Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Stats Overview: 110 HP • Psychic Type • Weak to Metal ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surging Sparks #92 ← Current | 110 | 2 attacks | Rare | $0.11 |
�📦 Surging Sparks Set Context
This Tapu lele 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 Tapu lele 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
- Rare cards from Surging Sparks are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- Psychic typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
💰 Market Pricing
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Tapu lele 92 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: Psychic type Pokémon like Tapu lele 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 Tapu lele 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 Psychic energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Tapu lele works best in Psychic 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.