Pikachu
Pikachu is a Common Pokémon TCG printing from BREAKthrough (#48). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $12.06 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2015. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Pikachu suits collectors working on BREAKthrough who need the Common 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 Pikachu from BREAKthrough?
Pikachu is a Pokémon card in BREAKthrough numbered 48. 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 $12.06 for Pikachu. Low and high spread runs $7.01 to $139.99. Per-finish references: Reverse Holofoil: $12.06; Normal: $1.17. 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 | BREAKthrough |
|---|---|
| Number | 48 |
| Rarity | Common |
| TCGPlayer USD | $12.06 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €1.65 |
| Reverse Holofoil | $12.06 |
| Normal | $1.17 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Gnaw | Lightning 10 |
| Agility | ColorlessColorless 10 Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to this Pokémon during your opponent's next turn. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Pikachu?
Pikachu is listed as Common in BREAKthrough. 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 Pikachu?
Catalog fields: set BREAKthrough, rarity Common. Illustrated by Kouki Saitou. 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
Pikachu from BREAKthrough should be evaluated with set context, finish, and condition together.
Pros
- Pikachu is catalogued as Common printing in BREAKthrough, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $12.06 across finishes (Reverse Holofoil: $12.06; Normal: $1.17).
- Illustrator Kouki Saitou 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 $12.06 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 $12.06 for ungraded Pikachu from BREAKthrough. 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 BREAKthrough (XY) as card #48. 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 Common in BREAKthrough. 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 BREAKthrough. 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 Pikachu?
Finish variants of Pikachu carry separate market listings. Reverse Holofoil: $12.06; Normal: $1.17 before buying — sellers often mix up reverse holo and non-holo photos.