Raikou
Raikou is a Rare Pokémon TCG printing from Lost Thunder (#79). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $1.34 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2018. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Raikou suits collectors working on Lost Thunder who need the Rare 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 Lost Thunder?
Raikou is a Pokémon card in Lost Thunder numbered 79. This rough Pokémon stores energy inside its body, then sweeps across the land, shooting off electricity. 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 $1.34 for Raikou. Low and high spread runs $0.75 to $17.90. Per-finish references: Normal: $1.34; Reverse Holofoil: $1.78. 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 | Lost Thunder |
|---|---|
| Number | 79 |
| Rarity | Rare |
| TCGPlayer USD | $1.34 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €2.12 |
| Normal | $1.34 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $1.78 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 120 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Lost Voltage | LightningColorless 30+ If you have any Lightning Energy cards in the Lost Zone, this attack does 90 more damage. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Raikou?
Raikou is listed as Rare in Lost Thunder. 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 Lost Thunder, rarity Rare. Illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno. Format status: Expanded. 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 Lost Thunder should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Raikou is catalogued as Rare printing in Lost Thunder, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $1.34 across finishes (Normal: $1.34; Reverse Holofoil: $1.78).
- Illustrator Kagemaru Himeno 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 $1.34 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 $1.34 for ungraded Raikou from Lost Thunder. 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 Lost Thunder (Sun & Moon) as card #79. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Raikou?
Our catalog lists Raikou as Rare in Lost Thunder. 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 Lost Thunder. 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. Normal: $1.34; Reverse Holofoil: $1.78 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.