Pikachu
Pikachu is a Promo Pokémon TCG printing from XY Black Star Promos (#XY89). Cactaur's latest catalog snapshot shows a TCGPlayer market reference near $18.95 for ungraded copies. The set released in 2013. Scan your copy in the Cactaur app for condition-aware pricing.
Who is this card for?
Pikachu suits collectors working on XY Black Star Promos who need the Promo slot. Verify how the promo was distributed (meal toy, league, box insert) because identical artwork can exist across multiple promo printings.
What is Pikachu from XY Black Star Promos?
Pikachu is a Pokémon card in XY Black Star Promos numbered XY89. 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 $18.95 for Pikachu. Low and high spread runs $20.00 to $299.98. 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 | XY Black Star Promos |
|---|---|
| Number | XY89 |
| Rarity | Promo |
| TCGPlayer USD | $18.95 |
| Cardmarket EUR | €16.13 |
Gameplay stats
| HP | 60 |
|---|---|
| Types | Lightning |
| Thunder Wave | Lightning Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. |
| Electric Ring | LightningColorlessColorless 30+ If Hoopa is on your Bench, this attack does 30 more damage. |
| Weakness | Fighting ×2 |
How collectible is Pikachu?
Pikachu is listed as Promo in XY Black Star Promos. 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 Pikachu?
Catalog fields: set XY Black Star Promos, rarity Promo. Illustrated by Masakazu Fukuda. 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 (#XY89) is a promo-line printing from XY Black Star Promos where distribution story and scarcity often explain price as much as gameplay utility.
Pros
- Pikachu is catalogued as Promo printing in XY Black Star Promos, making set and number verification straightforward.
- Public market data shows a TCGPlayer reference near $18.95.
- Illustrator Masakazu Fukuda 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 $18.95 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 $18.95 for ungraded Pikachu from XY Black Star Promos. 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 XY Black Star Promos (XY) as card #XY89. Always match both name and collector number because many Pokémon share names across sets.
How rare is Pikachu?
Our catalog lists Pikachu as Promo in XY Black Star Promos. 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 XY Black Star Promos. Players should review format legality; collectors often prioritize set symbol, number, and visual variant over raw power.