Lt. Surge's Raichu
Lt. Surge's Raichu is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Gym Heroes (#28). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $21.82 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2000. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Lt. Surge's Raichu suits collectors working on Gym Heroes who need the Rare slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Lt. Surge's Raichu from Gym Heroes?
Lt. Surge's Raichu is a Pokémon card in Gym Heroes numbered 28. It evolves from Lt. Surge's 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 Lt. Surge's Raichu worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $21.82 for Lt. Surge's Raichu. Low and high spread runs $20.99 to $210.43. Per-finish references: unlimited: $21.82; 1stEdition: $40.55. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
| Set | Gym Heroes |
|---|---|
| Number | 28 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $21.82 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €21.25 |
| unlimited | $21.82 |
| 1stEdition | $40.55 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 70 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Evolves from | Lt. Surge's Pikachu |
| Mega Punch | LightningLightning 30 |
| Thunderbolt | LightningLightningLightningLightning 100 Discard all Energy cards attached to Lt. Surge's Raichu in order to use this attack. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Lt. Surge's Raichu?
Lt. Surge's Raichu is listed as Rare in Gym Heroes. Promo printings often appeal to completionists tracking event or retail exclusives. 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 Lt. Surge's Raichu?
Catalog fields: set Gym Heroes, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Ken Sugimori. 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
Lt. Surge's Raichu (#28) is a promo-line printing from Gym Heroes where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Lt. Surge's Raichu is catalogued as Rare printing in Gym Heroes, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $21.82 across finishes (unlimited: $21.82; 1stEdition: $40.55).
- Illustrator Ken Sugimori has strong collector followings, which can add art-premium demand beyond play value.
Cons
- Raw market prices vary by condition, language, and holo variant — NM estimates are not slab grades.
Verdict: Use $21.82 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Lt. Surge's Raichu worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $21.82 for ungraded Lt. Surge's Raichu from Gym Heroes. 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 Lt. Surge's Raichu from?
Lt. Surge's Raichu is listed in Gym Heroes (Gym) as card #28. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Lt. Surge's Raichu?
Our catalog lists Lt. Surge's Raichu as Rare in Gym Heroes. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Lt. Surge's Raichu good for collectors or players?
Lt. Surge's Raichu includes gameplay stats in Gym Heroes. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.
What is the difference between holo and reverse holo Lt. Surge's Raichu?
Finish variants of Lt. Surge's Raichu carry separate market listings. unlimited: $21.82; 1stEdition: $40.55 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.
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