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Pikachu 78/123

Name: Pikachu #78 - HeartGold & SoulSilver | Price Guide & Historical Value (Ungraded, PSA10/9/8)
Brand: Pokémon
SKU: hgss1-78
Price: 11.58 USD
Availability: InStock

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Set: HeartGold & SoulSilver Base Released: Feb 10, 2010

Pokémon

Lightning Type Common Pull Rate: 1 in 6.9 packs (14.5%) Evolves To: Raichu

Raw Prices

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normal

Found in Booster Packs

11.58 $0.20 (1.76%)

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reverse Holofoil

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44.12 $1.52 (3.33%)

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PSA Graded Prices

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Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	121.00	—	x10
PSA9	131.81	8.58%	x11
PSA8	34.42	—	x3.0
PSA7	16.51	—	x1.4

Grade	Price	30d	vs Raw
PSA10	2,248.80	—	x51
PSA9	512.05	—	x12
PSA8	23.78	—	x0.5
PSA7	19.93	—	x0.5

About Pikachu

It raises its tail to check its surroundings. The tail is sometimes struck by lightning in this pose.

Card Details

Card TypePokémon
Featured Pokémon
Pikachu
National Pokédex #25
Card Number 78/123
Card RarityCommon
Illustratormatch
Release Date10/02/2010
SeriesHeartGold & SoulSilver
Expansion HeartGold & SoulSilver Base
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
Resistance Metal -20
Retreat Cost Colorless ×1

Attacks

Tail Slap10
Quick Attack20+
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 10 more damage.

Artwork Description

The artwork on this card depicts Pikachu lunging forward with fierce determination, its tail raised high as it charges through tall grass near a white picket fence under a clear sky.

Playability Overview

Pikachu offers quick, low-cost attacks that can chip away at opponents while relying on luck for extra damage, making it a flexible but somewhat unpredictable choice in early gameplay stages.

Binder Inspiration

Main Binder Theme: Sunny Day FunThis Pikachu is bursting with energy against that cheerful backdrop! The grassy field and bright lighting give off a playful vibe, making it a perfect fit for a "Joyful Moments" page. Pair it with other lively Pokémon like Eevee or Jigglypuff for an upbeat layout that radiates positivity.Additional Binder Suggestions: Meadow / Playful / Bright Yellow / Picnic Time / Happy Vibes