2025 Pokémon TCG Scarlet & Violet Surging Sparks Team Rocket's Larvitar #094/182
Larvitar / Team Rocket Executive Giovanni (featured in card art) · The Pokémon Company (Nintendo/Creatures/GAME FREAK) · Common (Non-Holo) - Trainer's Pokémon / Team Rocket Sub-set
Player
Larvitar / Team Rocket Executive Giovanni (featured in card art)
Set
Scarlet & Violet: Surging Sparks (English Edition)
Year
2025
Card #
094/182
Condition Grade
PSA 8 (NM-MT) to PSA 9 (Mint) - Visual inspection shows slight bottom-heavy centering and minor white specking on the bottom-right corner edge.
Category
Common (Non-Holo) - Trainer's Pokémon / Team Rocket Sub-set
Manufacturer
The Pokémon Company (Nintendo/Creatures/GAME FREAK)
Demand Level
Moderate - High initial interest due to the hyped return of Team Rocket themed cards, but low long-term value as it is a common non-holographic card.
Valuation
Raw (Ungraded) Value
$0.50 - $2.00
Graded Value
PSA 8: $10-15, PSA 9: $18-25, PSA 10: $45-60 (Note: High grading costs currently outweigh the market value of a common non-holo).
Comparable Sales
Recent pre-release/early release sales for Surging Sparks commons range from $0.99 to $2.50 plus shipping. Prices typically drop to under $0.25 once the set is widely available in retail.
Description
This is a basic Team Rocket's Larvitar from the 2024/2025 Surging Sparks expansion. It features official artwork by Kuroimori depicting Larvitar inside a dark cave, with the iconic Team Rocket 'R' and Giovanni's portrait on the right side of the art box. The card is a Fighting-type with 70 HP and the 'Mountain Munch' attack.
Key Features
Features the nostalgic 'Team Rocket' branding originally made famous in the 2000 Team Rocket set; first 2025-dated modern release; character appeal of Larvitar/Tyranitar evolution line; art features Team Rocket leader Giovanni.
Authenticity Indicators
High confidence. Print pattern, font kerning (especially the 'HP70'), and copyright text '@2025 Pokémon / Nintendo' match official set leaks/pre-releases; card stock thickness looks standard for modern Scarlet & Violet era.
Flaws to Note
Centering is slightly off-center (heavy on bottom border); minor factory whitening/roughness on the bottom right corner edge; surface appears clean but common cards often have micro-scratches from factory rollers.
Selling Guide
Where to Sell
eBay, TCGPlayer, or local card shop bulk trade-in. Best sold as part of a 'Master Set' or as a playset (4 copies) rather than a single item.
Selling Tips
Do not grade this card unless it is a guaranteed PSA 10 for a personal collection, as grading fees exceed the card's value. List as 'Near Mint' or 'Pack Fresh'. Use a standard penny sleeve and top loader for shipping.