Pikachu, HeartGold & SoulSilver 78/123, common

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Pikachu

HeartGold & SoulSilver 78/123 • common

Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver
Number: 78/123
Rarity: Common
Released: 2010
Energy type: Electric energy
Market price: $11.78
Artist: match

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What it's worth

$11.78market price via TCGplayer · Sep 20, 2026$10.94 – $11.98 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an electric-type card from this specific set, this Pikachu remains a foundational piece for those who value the classic representation of the character. Its status as a common card makes it an accessible touchstone for collectors interested in the aesthetic evolution of the series.

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Card face

What it does

60 HPBasic

Cost: colorless energyTail Slap10

Cost: lightning energy colorless energyQuick Attack20+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.

Weaknessfighting energy×2Resistancemetal energy-20Retreatcolorless energy

It raises its tail to check its surroundings. The tail is sometimes struck by lightning in this pose.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
ExpandedNot legal
UnlimitedLegal

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Provenance

Where it came from

Released in February 2010 as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver expansion, this card marked the return of the Pokémon Trading Card Game to the Johto region. The set was designed to coincide with the launch of the Nintendo DS remakes of Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, featuring unique mechanics such as Pokémon Prime and a redesigned card layout that emphasized the artistic potential of the Pokémon’s environment.

This specific Pikachu card features artwork by illustrator Atsuko Nishida, who has been a primary character designer for the franchise since its inception. Her design approach here focuses on a clean, classic depiction of Pikachu that emphasizes the creature's expressive nature within a standard, accessible common-rarity format, making it a staple piece for collectors interested in the long-running visual evolution of the series mascot.

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