Pikachu
Pikachu is a Rare Secret Pokémon TCG printing from Rising Rivals (#112). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $313.76 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2009. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Pikachu suits collectors working on Rising Rivals who need the Rare Secret slot. Treat $313.76 as a starting reference only — confirm holo pattern, centering, and whether you are buying raw or graded before paying chase-card prices.
What is Pikachu from Rising Rivals?
Pikachu is a Pokémon card in Rising Rivals numbered 112. It has small electric sacs on both its cheeks. If threatened, it looses electric charges from the sacs. National Pokédex #25. Verify finish, condition, and listing photos before paying above recent market references in the Cactaur catalog.
What is Pikachu worth today?
Cactaur tracks a TCGPlayer market reference near $313.76 for Pikachu. Low and high spread runs $344.00 to $2410.00. 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 | Rising Rivals |
|---|---|
| Number | 112 |
| Rarity | Rare Secret |
| TCGPlayer USD | $313.76 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €51.35 |
| Holofoil | $313.76 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 40 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Gnaw | Colorless 10 |
| Thunder Jolt | LightningColorless 30 Flip a coin. If tails, Pikachu does 10 damage to itself. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Pikachu?
Pikachu is listed as Rare Secret in Rising Rivals. 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 Pikachu?
Catalog fields: set Rising Rivals, rarity Rare Secret. 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
Pikachu (#112) is a chase-tier Rare Secret printing in Rising Rivals. Demand, art treatment, and grade drive most of the premium beyond raw NM quotes.
Pros
- Pikachu is catalogued as Rare Secret printing in Rising Rivals, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $313.76.
- 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 $313.76 as a benchmark, then adjust for finish, grade, and how quickly you need to buy or sell.
FAQ
How much is Pikachu worth?
Cactaur's catalog shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $313.76 for ungraded Pikachu from Rising Rivals. 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 Pikachu from?
Pikachu is listed in Rising Rivals (Platinum) as card #112. 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 Pikachu?
Our catalog lists Pikachu as Rare Secret in Rising Rivals. Rarity guides pull rates but does not alone determine price — chase art, demand, and condition matter.
Is Pikachu good for collectors or players?
Pikachu includes gameplay stats in Rising Rivals. 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 Pikachu?
Grading only makes sense when Pikachu appears gem-worthy and the expected slab premium exceeds grading fees. At a raw reference near $313.76, compare PSA or CGC recent sales for this exact set and finish before submitting.