Detective Pikachu

With only 18 cards and two credited studios, the set is straightforward to complete and reads well as a single visual collection. Charizard{det1-5} is the primary value outlier, while much of the checklist sits in more accessible territory.

Released: Apr 2019
Cards: 18 printed
Illustrators: 2
Top card: Charizard $8.93
Series: Sun & Moon
Era: Sun & Moon era

18 unique Pokémon 18 Pokémon Average market $2.22

§ 01 — The full checklist

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§ 02 — About Detective Pikachu

A look inside the set.

Detective Pikachu presents an 18-card lineup with no Trainers or Energy, keeping attention squarely on character imagery. The set’s structure is clean and contained: a small spread of Commons and Rares, plus a handful of Rare Ultra cards, all illustrated by just two credited studios. Across the checklist, each Pokémon appears once, giving the collection a gallery-like rhythm rather than repetition.

Visually, the set is dominated by realistic 3D render work with a consistently vibrant palette and a preference for focused, foreground-led compositions. The prevailing mood is playful, often paired with dynamic staging and occasional touches of whimsy or mystery. Among the visual highlights, Mewtwo{det1-12} stands out for its presence, while Charizard{det1-5} and Greninja{det1-9} add sharper motion and contrast within the same polished, cinematic finish.

I · Visual identity

Realistic 3D render imagery leads, supported by a bright, vibrant palette and frequent high-clarity subject framing. Most scenes keep the Pokémon close to the viewer—focused, foreground-weighted, and cleanly lit—while dynamic poses and contrasting color accents add movement without breaking the set’s cohesive, playful tone.

II · Illustrators

The artwork is split between MPC Film and Framestore, the only credited illustrators in the set. Their combined output maintains a consistent 3D, realistic finish, with MPC Film contributing the larger share and Framestore rounding out the remaining cards.

§ 03 — Featured