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Lt. Surge's Pikachu
Gym Heroes 81/132 • common
- Set
- Gym Heroes
- Number
- 81/132
- Rarity
- Common
- Released
- 2000
- Energy type
- Electric energy
- Market price
- $31.56
- Artist
- Ken Sugimori
What it does
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Where it came from
Lt. Surge's Pikachu was released as part of the Gym Heroes expansion in the year 2000, representing the second major wave of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This set shifted the focus from the base game mechanics to the personality-driven world of the Kanto region's Gym Leaders, specifically highlighting Lt. Surge, the Vermilion City Gym Leader known for his military background and electric-type specialists.
The artwork for this card was provided by Ken Sugimori, the primary character designer for the Pokémon franchise. His design choice here emphasizes a more aggressive, combat-ready stance for Pikachu, aligning with Lt. Surge's tactical theme. While the card is a common rarity, it remains a nostalgic touchstone for collectors interested in the era when the game began incorporating specific trainer-owned Pokémon into the competitive format.
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