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Pikachu 1

Name: Pikachu #1 - Wizards Black Star Promos | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: basep-1
Price: 32.94 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: Wizards Black Star Promos Released: Jul 1, 1999

Pokémon

Lightning Type Promo Evolves To: Raichu

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	1,139.81	35.25%	x35
PSA9	283.51	44.09%	x8.6
PSA8	53.76	8.15%	x1.6
PSA7	72.58	135.57%	x2.2

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA9	3,907.29	—	—
PSA8	2,998.66	274.84%	—
PSA7	2,177.30	91.53%	—

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About Pikachu

When several of these Pokémon gather, their electricity could build and cause lightning storms.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Pikachu
National Pokédex #[25]
Card Number 1
Card RarityPromo
IllustratorKeiji Kinebuchi
Release Date01/07/1999
SeriesBase
Expansion Wizards Black Star Promos
Evolves To
Raichu
Standard FormatNot Legal
Expanded FormatNot Legal
Unlimited FormatLegal
EraVintage
Production StatusOut of Print
RegionKanto
Generation Generation 1

Card Attributes

Energy Type Lightning
Health Points60 HP
Weakness Fighting ×2
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Growl
If the Defending Pokémon attacks Pikachu during your opponent's next turn, any damage done by the attack is reduced by 10 (after applying Weakness and Resistance). (Benching either Pokémon ends this effect.)
Thundershock20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Pikachu standing proudly in a simplified, patterned background filled with leaves. The scene is bright and cheerful, with Pikachu's iconic chubby cheeks and lightning bolt-shaped tail prominently displayed. The art style is bold and vibrant, utilizing a color palette dominated by vivid yellows and greens, creating a lively and energetic mood. The character's shading is soft, enhancing its round and cute features, which adds to an overall playful atmosphere.

Playability Overview

This Pikachu card offers moderate early-game utility with damage reduction and paralysis potential, but its low HP and simple attacks limit its effectiveness in competitive play.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Cozy WoodlandThis Pikachu fits nicely on a nature or forest page. Use it near other small, cute Pokémon with green or leafy backgrounds to create a cozy, grounded vibe. It works well as a friendly anchor card for a relaxed, earthy-themed section.Additional Binder Suggestions: Forest / Calm / Warm Yellow / Leafy / Cute Critters