Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Raichu surrounded by a vibrant field of flowers, capturing a moment of joy and tranquility. Its cheerful expression and playful stance suggest a sense of freedom and contentment in the natural world. The soft colors and gentle details create a warm atmosphere, inviting the viewer to appreciate this peaceful scene. Raichu seems to embody the spirit of a sunny day, making it a delightful snapshot of its life.
Essay · BW Black Star Promos
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Catalogue plate
№ BW78/101
Composition
StyleCartoonishColorfulWhimsical
MoodCheerfulPlayful
CompositionBalancedDynamic
PaletteHarmoniousPastelVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
100
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Pikachu
Weakness
Fighting ×2
Retreat
Quick Attack
30+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.
Thunder Blast
90
Discard an Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Authorship
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The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
BW Black Star Promos, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Raichu
The Raichu canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
