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Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition]
Wizards of the Coast•2000
$47.57Market Price
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Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Lt. Surge's Raichu is part of the landmark Gym Heroes expansion that introduced Owner's Pokémon, pairing each monster with a specific Gym Leader and even placing that Trainer's portrait and Gym Badge directly on the card.
In-Game
This card's attack lineup is a direct nod to the games, because Bulbapedia notes that Lt. Surge's Raichu knows Thunderbolt in Pokémon Red and Blue while Raichu can also learn Mega Punch in the early generations.
Card History
For anime fans, this card channels the same powerhouse Raichu that debuted in "Electric Shock Showdown," where Lt. Surge's evolved ace brutally overwhelmed Ash's Pikachu at the Vermilion Gym.
Artist
Collectors love this one because the artwork is credited to Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon art director, giving the card an especially authentic Gen I feel.
Cultural Impact
Lt. Surge's whole identity adds extra flavor to this card, since the Vermilion Gym leader is famously portrayed as a battle-hardened 'Lightning Lieutenant' who says Electric-type Pokémon saved him during the war.
Card Reference
About Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition]
Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Gym Heroes set, card number 28. This card has a Rare rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 2000. The current market price is $47.57, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
Card details
- Set
- Pokemon Gym Heroes
- Card Number
- #28
- Rarity
- Rare
- Release Year
- 2000
- Language
- English
- Era
- Wizards of the Coast
Frequently asked questions
What is the current market price of Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition]?
The current market price of Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] is $47.57. Market price reflects recent Raw NM sales on Double Holo and updates as new sales come in.
What set is Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] from?
Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] is from the Pokemon Gym Heroes set, card number 28, released in 2000.
Is Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] worth grading?
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How can I buy or sell Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition]?
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