Helioptile – Surging Sparks (#154)

Helioptile Pokémon card — Surging Sparks #154, Common
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Surging Sparks expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Helioptile (#154) is a Common card from Scarlet & Violet - Surging Sparks released in 2024. It features the Tiny Bolt attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.06, Cardmarket average sale is €0.02, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.06
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.02
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.02 (CM) $0.06 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Surging Sparks
Card Number
154
Rarity
✨ Common
HP
70
Type
⭐ Colorless
Regulation Mark
Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Fighting ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)
Evolves To
Heliolisk

Attacks & Strategy

  • Tiny Bolt [Colorless] — 10
  • Reckless Charge [Colorless, Colorless, Colorless] — 40
    This Pokémon also does 10 damage to itself.
⚔️ Evolution Strategy: Consider pairing with Heliolisk for a complete evolution line in competitive decks.

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Helioptile from Surging Sparks (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2024, this card showcases quality artwork.

Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.

Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.

⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability

This Helioptile 154 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Helioptile's Tiny Bolt deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.

Stats Overview: 70 HP • Colorless Type • Weak to Fighting ×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 #154 ← Current 70 2 attacks Common $0.06

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�📦 Surging Sparks Set Context

This Helioptile is part of the Surging Sparks expansion , released as part of the Scarlet & Violet series in 2024.

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💎 Professional Grading Guide

Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Helioptile card. Here's what you need to know:

🥇 PSA (Professional Sports Authenticator)

Industry standard • Value multiplier: 2-4x

Best for: High-value cards, modern sets

🥈 BGS (Beckett Grading Services)

Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x

Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering

🥉 CGC (Certified Guaranty Company)

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.
  • Colorless typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Helioptile 154 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: Colorless type Pokémon like Helioptile 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 Helioptile card with these essential products:

🎴 Card Protection
  • Penny sleeves: Basic protection
  • Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
  • Top loaders: Display & storage
📦 Storage Solutions
  • Binders with side-loading pages
  • Storage boxes (800-count)
  • ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
  • Premium display cases
⚔️ Deck Building
  • Pair with Colorless energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Helioptile works best in Colorless 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.

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