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Pikachu
30th Celebration 048/128
- Set
- 30th Celebration
- Number
- 048/128
- Rarity
- Pikachu Rare
- Released
- 2026
- Energy type
- Electric energy
- Artist
- KIYOTAKA OSHIYAMA
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Where it came from
The 30th Anniversary celebration of the Pokémon franchise marked a significant milestone, prompting the release of a special commemorative set. This Pikachu card, numbered 048/128, was designed to evoke nostalgia by referencing the classic aesthetic of early Pokémon Trading Card Game releases while integrating modern card layouts and artistic flourishes. It serves as a tribute to the titular mascot, whose enduring popularity has remained the cornerstone of the franchise since its debut in the late 1990s.
The artwork on this card was commissioned to capture Pikachu's quintessential electric energy, utilizing the vibrant, high-contrast style that characterizes contemporary Pokémon illustrations. Upon its release, the card was widely received by the collecting community as a celebratory memento, valued not for its competitive utility in play, but as a symbolic piece honoring the thirty-year evolution of the brand and the legacy of its most recognizable creature.
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