Raichu

Raichu

Selected Masterpiece • RC9/83
Artist Aya Kusube
Market Price $9.16
Generations XY 2016
The Illustrator

Aya Kusube

Aya Kusube is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2001 to 2025, with artwork appearing across E-Card and later eras including EX and Sun & Moon. The work is marked by playful, whimsical illustration, balanced compositions, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“In this charming scene, Raichu lies comfortably in a vibrant bed of flowers, surrounded by a swirl of greenery and playful lightning motifs. The sunlight filters through the leaves, casting a warm glow on its relaxed form, suggesting a moment of peace and contentment. Raichu's expression conveys a sense of joy, as if it's savoring a quiet day away from the hustle of its adventures. This snapshot captures the essence of a carefree moment in nature, inviting viewers to appreciate the simple pleasures of life.”

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 18, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Lightning
Era
XY
Release
22/02/2016

Circle Circuit

20×

This attack does 20 damage times the number of Pokémon on your Bench.

Thunderbolt

100

Discard all Energy attached to this Pokémon.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20