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Pikachu
Wizards Black Star Promos 1/53 • promo
- Set
- Wizards Black Star Promos
- Number
- 1/53
- Rarity
- Promo
- Released
- 1999
- Energy type
- Electric energy
- Market price
- €20.30
- Artist
- Keiji Kinebuchi
What it does
If the Defending Pokémon attacks Pikachu during your opponent's next turn, any damage done by the attack is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). (Benching either Pokémon ends this effect.)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
When several of these Pokémon gather, their electricity could build and cause lightning storms.
Where you can play it
- StandardNot legal
- ExpandedNot legal
- UnlimitedLegal
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Where it came from
Released in 1999 as the inaugural card in the Wizards of the Coast Black Star Promo set, this Pikachu served as a promotional incentive for the North American theatrical release of Pokémon: The First Movie. It was initially distributed primarily at screenings and through various retail partnerships to capitalize on the immense cultural momentum of the Pokémon franchise during its global expansion.
The card features artwork by Ken Sugimori, the primary character designer and illustrator for the Pokémon series. Sugimori opted for a classic, clean aesthetic that echoed his original game designs, capturing Pikachu in a simple, iconic stance that prioritized brand recognition for a new audience. The card was well-received by collectors and fans, marking the beginning of the long-standing practice of using promotional TCG cards to drive engagement with cinema releases.
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