Raichu ex
Raichu ex is a Rare Holo EX Pokémon TCG printing from Emerald (#97). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $124.74 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2005. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Raichu ex suits collectors working on Emerald who need the Rare Holo EX slot. Treat $124.74 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Raichu ex from Emerald?
Raichu ex is a Pokémon card in Emerald numbered 97. It evolves from Pikachu. National Pokédex #26. 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.
What is Raichu ex worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $124.74 for Raichu ex. Low and high spread runs $111.99 to $139.99. 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 | Emerald |
|---|---|
| Number | 97 |
| Rarity | Rare Holo EX |
| TCGPlayer USD | $124.74 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €64.07 |
| Holofoil | $124.74 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 100 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Evolves from | Pikachu |
| Power Short | LightningColorless Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 30 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) If that Pokémon has Poké-Powers, this attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage. |
| Pika Bolt | LightningColorlessColorlessColorless 70 |
| Rai-shield | Damage done to any of your Raichu ex in play by attacks from your opponent's Pokémon-ex is reduced by 30 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). You can't use more than 1 Rai-shield Poké-Body each turn. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Raichu ex?
Raichu ex is listed as Rare Holo EX in Emerald. Chase art and rarity drive premiums beyond typical pull rates in the set. 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.
What are the key details for Raichu ex?
Catalog fields: set Emerald, rarity Rare Holo EX. Illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. 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
Raichu ex (#97) is a chase-tier Rare Holo EX printing in Emerald. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Raichu ex is catalogued as Rare Holo EX printing in Emerald, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $124.74.
- Illustrator Mitsuhiro Arita has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market quotes understate condition risk; heavily played or misidentified variants trade well below NM references.
Verdict: Use $124.74 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Raichu ex worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $124.74 for ungraded Raichu ex from Emerald. 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 Raichu ex from?
Raichu ex is listed in Emerald (EX) as card #97. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
How rare is Raichu ex?
Our catalog lists Raichu ex as Rare Holo EX in Emerald. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Raichu ex good for collectors or players?
Raichu ex includes gameplay stats in Emerald. 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.
Should I grade Raichu ex?
Grading only makes sense when Raichu ex appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $124.74, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.
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