SAVE OVER $10: As of Aug. 27, the Pokémon TCG Surging Sparks Booster Bundle is $35.99 at TCGPlayer, compared to $47.68 at Amazon.
Surging Sparks officially released on Nov. 8, 2024, and I’ve been cracking packs from the set since launch. Right now the Booster Bundle is one of the cheapest ways to grab sealed product. Amazon has it sitting at $47.68, but TCGPlayer is selling the same bundle for just $35.99. Saving almost $12 on six packs feels like a no-brainer if you want more shots at the new cards.
I checked the math and TCGPlayer makes each pack about $6, compared to nearly $8 on Amazon. That difference adds up quickly if you plan on buying more than one bundle or splitting packs with friends.
The Booster Bundle is simple: six Surging Sparks booster packs in a box. No dice, no sleeves, nothing extra. Honestly, I like that. I already have plenty of accessories from Elite Trainer Boxes, so I’d rather put the money straight into more packs to open.
This set has been a lot of fun. Surging Sparks brings a tropical and electric vibe with Tera Pokémon ex dominating the most valuable cards. Pikachu ex is the big chase, but I’ve also enjoyed seeing Tatsugiri ex and Alolan Exeggutor ex pop up in my pulls. The artwork is colorful and sharp, and it really feels like a follow-up to Stellar Crown in both theme and mechanics.
If you’re collecting, grabbing a bundle now locks in packs before the singles market starts pushing sealed prices higher. If you’re playing, six packs is enough to add some fresh cards to your deck without blowing your budget. At under $36, this is one of the better early deals on Surging Sparks, and I’m glad I picked one up.
Most valuable Black Bolt and White Flare Pokémon cards
I’ve been keeping an eye on the singles market too, and some cards are still holding serious value. Pikachu ex is the obvious headliner, but several other Special Illustration Rares and Hyper Rares are pulling strong numbers. Here's what is commanding the most right now:
Pikachu ex - 238/191 (SIR)
Near Mint Holofoil: $296.07
Market price: $258.42
Value at launch: $305.50Latias ex - 239/191 (SIR)
Near Mint Holofoil: $160
Market price: $165.18
Value at launch: $185.96Milotic ex - 237/191 (SIR)
Near Mint Holofoil: $89
Market price: $88.82
Value at launch: $84.25Pikachu ex - 247/191 (Hyper Rare)
Near Mint Holofoil: $51.17
Market price: $88.82
Value at launch: $84.25Hydreigon ex - 240/191 (SIR)
Near Mint Holofoil: $42.99
Market price: $43.11
Value at launch: $93.36
