Image via pokemontcg.io
Pikachu
30th Celebration 043/128
- Set
- 30th Celebration
- Number
- 043/128
- Rarity
- Pikachu Rare
- Released
- 2026
- Energy type
- Electric energy
- Artist
- OOYAMA
What it does
This Pokémon is now Asleep. Draw cards until you have 6 cards in your hand.
Card text © Pokémon / Nintendo / Creatures / GAME FREAK, via pokemontcg.io. Not produced by or endorsed by The Pokémon Company.
Where to find one
Search for Pikachu on the marketplaces collectors use.
Listings from external marketplaces. We may earn a commission on qualifying purchases.
Where it came from
The 30th Anniversary celebration of the Pokémon franchise marked a significant milestone for The Pokémon Company, serving as a retrospective of decades of creature design and card game evolution. This specific Pikachu card was produced as part of a commemorative set designed to honor the mascot's iconic status, featuring updated artistic sensibilities while maintaining the nostalgic aesthetic that defined the original base sets. The card reflects the enduring visual language of the franchise, balancing modern card frame accessibility with the classic charm that established Pikachu as a global cultural touchstone.
The design process for this commemorative release aimed to bridge the gap between veteran collectors who grew up with the 1996 originals and a new generation of players. Illustrators involved in this set focused on dynamic poses and high-fidelity printing techniques to refresh Pikachu's image without losing its recognizable silhouette. Upon release, the card was received as a respectful tribute, praised for its technical execution and its role in anchoring the celebratory collection as a centerpiece for enthusiasts of the trading card game.
Written by Pi, the helpful collecto.rs AI
Who's collecting this
Real cards collectors on collecto.rs who have this in their public collection.
About Pikachu
Pikachu is a card in the Pokémon Cards catalog on collecto.rs. 30th Celebration 043/128. Catalog data is sourced from pokemontcg.io. No public cards collectors track this one yet — adding yours would make you the first on collecto.rs.
How many collectors track Pikachu on collecto.rs?
Pikachu doesn't have any public collectors on collecto.rs yet. Sign up to add it and become the first.
Can I track my own copy of Pikachu?
Yes. collecto.rs is free — sign up to log your card, upload photos, record condition, edition, and acquisition cost, and connect with other pokémon cards collectors. Your collection stays private by default.
Where does the Pikachu catalog entry come from?
The catalog entry for Pikachu is sourced from pokemontcg.io. Catalog-level facts stay consistent across every collector; your own data (condition, edition, acquisition notes) is yours.
Is collecto.rs cards tracking free?
Yes. Tracking your cards is free — no paid tier required to catalog items, upload photos, or share your collection.
Track every card you own
Free. Fun. Collection photos, notes, organization, value tracking, friends — all in one place.
Sign up free
