Raikou
Raikou is a Rare Holo Pokémon TCG printing from Secret Wonders (#16). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $15.84 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2007. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Raikou suits collectors working on Secret Wonders who need the Rare Holo slot. Compare listing photos to your target finish; skip impulse buys when variant or wear is unclear. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Raikou from Secret Wonders?
Raikou is a Pokémon card in Secret Wonders numbered 16. It is said to have fallen with lightning. It can fire thunderbolts from the rain clouds on its back. National Pokédex #243. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Raikou worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $15.84 for Raikou. Low and high spread runs $6.79 to $199.80. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $15.84; Holofoil: $22.75. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Secret Wonders |
|---|---|
| Number | 16 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $15.84 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €13.37 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $15.84 |
| Holofoil | $22.75 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 80 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Thunder Climb | LightningLightningLightning 50+ Discard 3 cards from the top of your deck. This attack does 50 damage plus 10 more damage for each Lightning Energy card you discarded. Then, attach those Lightning Energy cards to 1 of your Pokémon. |
| Thunder Rumble | Once during your turn (before your attack), when you attach a Lightning Energy card from your hand to Raikou, you may put 1 damage counter on 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. |
| Weakness | Fighting +20 |
How collectible is Raikou?
Raikou is listed as Rare Holo in Secret Wonders. Set collectors, type collectors, and art buyers may value this card differently — confirm variant before paying chase premiums. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What are the key details for Raikou?
Catalog fields: set Secret Wonders, rarity Rare Holo. Illustrated by Ryo Ueda. Cross-check holo pattern and language when buying online. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
Cactaur's take
Raikou from Secret Wonders should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Raikou is catalogued as Rare Holo printing in Secret Wonders, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $15.84 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $15.84; Holofoil: $22.75).
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $15.84 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Raikou worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $15.84 for ungraded Raikou from Secret Wonders. Actual value depends on condition, language, and finish such as holo or reverse holo. Scan your card in the Cactaur app for a tailored estimate.
What set is Raikou from?
Raikou is listed in Secret Wonders (Diamond & Pearl) as card #16. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Raikou?
Our catalog lists Raikou as Rare Holo in Secret Wonders. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Raikou good for collectors or players?
Raikou includes gameplay stats in Secret Wonders. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Raikou?
Finish variants of Raikou carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $15.84; Holofoil: $22.75 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.