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Raichu

Generations 27/83 • holo-rare

Set: Generations
Number: 27/83
Rarity: Rare Holo
Released: 2016
Energy type: Electric energy
Finish: Holographic
Market price: $3.08
Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita

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What it's worth

$3.08market price via TCGplayer · Nov 6, 2026$1.82 – $3.23 over the tracked period

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Lore

Why it matters

As an electric-type card, this piece represents a classic evolution that remains a staple for fans of the series. Its status as a holo-rare makes it a standout addition to any collection, highlighting its distinct visual appeal within the set.

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Card face

What it does

90 HPStage 1

Cost: colorless energy colorless energyCircle Circuit20×

This attack does 20 damage times the number of Pokémon on your Bench.

Cost: lightning energy lightning energy colorless energyThunderbolt100

Discard all Energy attached to this Pokémon.

Weaknessfighting energy×2Resistancemetal energy-20

When its electricity builds, its muscles are stimulated, and it becomes more aggressive than usual.

Formats

Where you can play it

StandardNot legal
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Provenance

Where it came from

The Raichu card from the Pokémon Generations set was released in 2016 as part of the Pokémon 20th Anniversary celebration. The set was designed to revisit the original base set era while incorporating updated mechanics and modern art styles. The Raichu card features a holographic finish, a hallmark of the set's premium design intended to evoke nostalgia for long-time collectors who grew up with the franchise during the late 1990s.

The illustration for this card continues the tradition of dynamic, action-oriented depictions of Electric-type Pokémon. Within the context of the Generations expansion, this card serves as a bridge between the classic roots of the TCG and the then-current XY series standards. It was generally well-received by the collecting community for its clean, modern aesthetic and its inclusion in an expansion dedicated to honoring the legacy of the original 151 Pokémon.

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About

About Raichu

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