Counter Gain
Surging Sparks · #249

Counter Gain

Counter Gain is a Hyper Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Surging Sparks (#249). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.96 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2024. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.

Surging Sparks set collectorsHigh-value chase collectorsGraded slab investors UnlimitedStandardExpanded
TCGPlayer market $3.96
Cardmarket trend €7.23
Rarity Hyper Rare
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Who is this card for?

Counter Gain suits collectors working on Surging Sparks who need the Hyper Rare slot. Treat $3.96 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.

What is Counter Gain from Surging Sparks?

Counter Gain is a Trainer card in Surging Sparks numbered 249. Counter Gain (#249) is a chase-tier Hyper Rare printing in Surging Sparks. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

What is Counter Gain worth today?

Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.96 for Counter Gain. Low and high spread runs $2.95 to $46.90. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

SetSurging Sparks
Number249
RarityHyper Rare
TCGPlayer USD$3.96
Cardmarket EUR€7.23

How collectible is Counter Gain?

Counter Gain is listed as Hyper Rare in Surging Sparks. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

What are the key details for Counter Gain?

Catalog fields: set Surging Sparks, rarity Hyper Rare, regulation H. Format status: Standard and Expanded. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

Cactaur's take

Counter Gain (#249) is a chase-tier Hyper Rare printing in Surging Sparks. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.

Pros

  • Counter Gain is catalogued as Hyper Rare printing in Surging Sparks, making set and number verification straightforward.
  • Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $3.96.

Cons

  • Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.

Verdict: Use $3.96 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.

FAQ

How much is Counter Gain worth?

Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $3.96 for ungraded Counter Gain from Surging Sparks. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.

What set is Counter Gain from?

Counter Gain is listed in Surging Sparks (Scarlet & Violet) as card #249. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.

How rare is Counter Gain?

Our catalog lists Counter Gain as Hyper Rare in Surging Sparks. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.

Is Counter Gain good for collectors or players?

Counter Gain is primarily a collector reference in Surging Sparks. Compare finish and centering if you are buying graded or sealed-collection copies. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.

Should I grade Counter Gain?

Grading only makes sense when Counter Gain appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $3.96, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.

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Trust & data sources. Cactaur displays catalog and market data from pokemontcg.io embedded TCGPlayer/Cardmarket references. Prices change frequently and are not guarantees.

Cactaur does not authenticate cards or guarantee values. Scan your copy in the iPhone app for condition-aware guidance.

Catalog snapshot: 2026-06-11. Last updated: 2026-06-10.