Viewing
Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition]
Wizards of the Coast•2000
$133.09Market Price
Raw NM
No listings for Raw NM
Price History
Showing prices for: Raw NM
Loading price history...
Market Prices
Loading sales data...
Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] Card Facts & History
5 facts about this card
Card History
Lt. Surge's Raichu is the same powerhouse species tied to the iconic anime episode "Electric Shock Showdown," where Surge's Raichu overwhelms challengers and pushes Ash's Pikachu into one of the series' earliest defining rivalries.
In-Game
In Pokémon Yellow, Lt. Surge's Raichu knowing Mega Punch and Mega Kick is a direct nod to its anime battle style, giving this card extra nostalgia for collectors who love cross-media references.
Artist
This holo was illustrated by Ken Sugimori, the original Pokémon art director who also confirmed he designed Lt. Surge himself, making the card feel especially close to Kanto's earliest character art roots.
Card History
Lt. Surge's Raichu stands out as Gym Challenge #11, a holo rare from the Gym era that spotlighted trainer-owned Pokémon and helped define the personality-driven style that made the Gym sets so beloved.
Set Lore
Although Gym Challenge mainly focused on Koga, Sabrina, Blaine, and Giovanni, Lt. Surge's Raichu still earned a marquee holo slot, giving Electric-type collectors a memorable crossover hit from the broader Gym Heroes era.
Card Reference
About Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition]
Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] is a Pokemon trading card from the Pokemon Gym Challenge set, card number 11. This card has a Holo Rare rarity, is printed in English, belongs to the Wizards of the Coast era, and was released in 2000. The current market price is $133.09, based on recent Raw NM sales tracked on Double Holo.
Card details
- Set
- Pokemon Gym Challenge
- Card Number
- #11
- Rarity
- Holo 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 $133.09. 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 Challenge set, card number 11, released in 2000.
Is Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] worth grading?
Whether Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] is worth grading depends on its condition and the graded population for the card. Higher grades command larger premiums, so review recent graded sales and use Double Holo's Grading ROI tools to weigh the cost of grading against the expected graded value before submitting.
How can I buy or sell Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition]?
You can buy or sell Lt. Surge's Raichu [1st Edition] on the Double Holo marketplace, which pairs live listings with a bid and ask order book, so you can set your own price or take the best available offer. Sellers pay a 4.9% platform fee on completed sales, with a $1 minimum.