Ninetales – Surging Sparks (#17)

Ninetales Pokémon card — Surging Sparks #17, Uncommon
Illustration Rare artwork showcased in the Scarlet & Violet: Surging Sparks expansion.

Price Overview & Key Facts

Ninetales (#17) is an Uncommon card from Scarlet & Violet - Surging Sparks released in 2024. It features the Fire Soul attack (50 damage), This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $0.09, Cardmarket average sale is €0.04, Floor listings start near €0.02.

  • TCGplayer market price: $0.09
  • Cardmarket trend price: €0.05
  • Recent low listing: €0.02
Current Prices: €0.05 (CM) $0.09 (TCG)

Card Details

Set
Surging Sparks
Card Number
17
Rarity
✨ Uncommon
HP
120
Type
🔥 Fire
Regulation Mark
Regulation H ✓ Legal in Standard
Weaknesses
Water ×2
Retreat Cost
1 (Colorless)

Attacks & Strategy

  • Fire Soul [Fire] — 50
    This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
    💡 Excellent damage-to-energy ratio (50.0 per energy).

💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential

Ninetales from Surging Sparks (Uncommon) 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 Ninetales 17 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark H, indicating its current competitive viability.

Key Attack: Ninetales's Fire Soul deals 50 damage for Fire energy. Special effect: This attack also does 30 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and R...

Stats Overview: 120 HP • Fire Type • Weak to Water ×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 #17 ← Current 120 1 attack Uncommon $0.09

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�📦 Surging Sparks Set Context

This Ninetales 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 Ninetales 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

  • Uncommon cards from Surging Sparks are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
  • Fire typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.

📚 Card History & Trivia

Release Information: Ninetales 17 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: Fire type Pokémon like Ninetales have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats.

🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building

Maximize the value and playability of your Ninetales 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 Fire energy cards
  • Energy acceleration trainers
  • Draw support & consistency cards

💡 Deck Building Tip: Ninetales works best in Fire 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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