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Pikachu ex Hyper Rare ignites Surging Sparks buzz

Mascot power meets big damage this week

Pikachu ex is climbing Pooka popularity thanks to a 300-damage Topaz Bolt and the clutch Resolute Heart Ability. Supporting Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat and Mew ex from 151 point to broader demand.

Updated December 17, 2025

Why Pikachu ex is trending

Pikachu ex Hyper Rare from Surging Sparks is surging as players and collectors rally around Topaz Bolt for 300 damage and the safety net of Resolute Heart. The attack asks for Grass, Lightning, and Metal, but the payoff is clear even with the discard of 3 Energy.

Momentum has carried from its set debut, released in November 2024, into this week as interest concentrates on this Lightning headliner.

Collector angle

Mascot collectors are stacking variants, and Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat from Scarlet & Violet Black Star Promos continues to draw eyes alongside the Hyper Rare chase. Vintage pull power stays relevant as Charizard Rare Holo from Base remains a perennial showcase piece for iconic binders.

Hidden Fates nostalgia also supports the mood, with Wigglytuff-GX adding glossy appeal to retro era pages.

Market momentum to watch

Cute art and mid-rarity chases are moving in tandem, with Minccino Illustration Rare and Meltan Illustration Rare from Temporal Forces seeing renewed attention as collectors build cohesive pages. The Cinccino Uncommon from Journey Together keeps the line in view and sustains interest around colorless picks.

On the power side, Mew ex from 151 and Machamp VMAX from Astral Radiance remain popular reference points for players comparing big-damage plans. Together these signals frame a healthy runway for Pikachu ex on Pooka this week.