Raichu

Raichu

Selected Masterpiece • 41/147
Market Price $0.78
Burning Shadows Sun & Moon 2017
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card captures Raichu in a dynamic moment, surrounded by a vibrant backdrop of swirling energy and lightning. Its expression conveys a mix of determination and caution, as it prepares to unleash its electric power. Nearby, a Kricketot watches with keen interest, adding a sense of companionship to the scene. This snapshot evokes the thrill of battle and the bond between Pokémon in their electric world.”

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 16, 2026.

Card Type Lightning
Era
Sun & Moon
Release
05/08/2017

Volt Tackle

130

This Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost