Pikachu

Pikachu

Selected Masterpiece • 71/99
Artist sui
Market Price $19.99
Arceus Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

sui

sui has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2009 to 2025, spanning Sun & Moon, Black & White, and XY. The work leans whimsical and cartoon-forward, with playful moods, balanced yet dynamic framing, and vibrant palettes that stay soft and harmonious.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card captures Pikachu in a moment of joyful playfulness, surrounded by a vibrant landscape of soft colors and gentle light. With its ears perked and a cheerful expression, Pikachu seems to embody the spirit of adventure and curiosity that defines its character. The scene evokes a sense of warmth and innocence, inviting the viewer to share in this small slice of Pikachu's world. It’s a delightful reminder of the simple joys found in nature.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 17, 2026.

Art Style
Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Common
Card Type Lightning
Artist sui
Era
Platinum
Release
04/11/2009

Pika Ball

10

Mega Shot

Discard all Lightning Energy attached to Pikachu and then choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 40 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Weakness
+10
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost