Pikachu ex - 238/191 - Pokémon Scarlet & Violet: Surging Sparks - Special Illustration Rare

This item is a Pokémon trading card featuring 'Pikachu ex.' It is a standard card size (approximately 2.5 x 3.5 inches) made of laminated cardstock with a textured, holographic finish characteristic of modern high-tier 'ex' cards. The card design depicts Pikachu wearing a crystalline Terastal crown, a mechanic from the Scarlet & Violet generation. The card number is 238/191, indicating it is an 'Illustration Rare' or 'Special Illustration Rare' from the Surging Sparks expansion set. The artwork is vibrant, featuring colorful geometric and crystal-like patterns in the background with a high level of artistic detail. Notable markings include the 'ex' suffix after the name, a Terastal symbol, the 200 HP stat, and the 'Resolute Heart' ability. The card is currently housed in a soft clear penny sleeve inside a rigid plastic top-loader for protection. Visibility is slightly obscured by the plastic reflection, but the surface appears bright with no obvious creases or deep scratches. The centering of the card appears relatively balanced, though a formal grade would require inspection of the reverse side and edges. Based on the set release, it is a contemporary 2024 manufacturing. The quality of the printing and holo effect suggests a genuine product intended for the collector's market.