Raichu (Sword Shield #66) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Raichu from the Sword Shield set is a Rare card numbered 66. With 130 HP and the headline attack Mach Bolt, it’s a sturdy Stage 1 Lightning-type that can anchor aggressive builds.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Raichu
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Pikachu)
• Type: Lightning
• HP: 130
• Retreat Cost: 1 Colorless Energy
• Weakness: Fighting (×2)
• Resistances: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Flavor Text: Its long tail serves as a ground to protect itself from its own high-voltage power.
• Illustrator: Hasuno
• Set: Sword Shield (swsh1)
• Card Number: 66
• Rarity: Rare
• Print Variants: None listed

Key Printings

This exact printing of Raichu appears in the Sword Shield base set, identified by set code swsh1 and card number 66. No abilities or special rules are present on this card.

Attacks

• Pain-Full Punch: 40 damage for one Colorless energy
• Mach Bolt: 120 damage, requiring two Lightning and one Colorless energy

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants or alternate versions of this Raichu card. It can be identified by its rarity (Rare), regulation mark D, and the illustrator Hasuno’s distinctive art style. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/swsh1/swsh1-66.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
According to the provided data, this card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. No additional tournament or play notes are available.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s artwork and condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Given its rarity and unknown release date, maintaining mint condition will help retain its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sword Shield (swsh1): This set introduced Raichu as a powerful Stage 1 Lightning-type with solid HP and strong attacks, illustrated by Hasuno. It holds a rare status and features no special abilities or print variants.