Pikachu VMAX Collector’s Guide (Vivid Voltage #188)

Character Intro

Pikachu VMAX from Vivid Voltage is a Rare Rainbow card numbered 188. With 310 HP and the hard-hitting G-Max Volt Tackle, it’s a standout VMAX for collectors thanks to its vivid, shimmering treatment and dynamic art.

Quick Facts

• Card Number: 188
• Stage: VMAX (evolves from Pikachu V)
• Type: Lightning
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: D
• Attack: G-Max Volt Tackle — Costs three Lightning Energy, deals 120+ damage, with an option to discard all Energy attached to this Pokémon to add 150 more damage.
• VMAX Rule: When knocked out, opponent takes 3 Prize cards.
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Abilities: None

Key Printings

This exact printing of Pikachu VMAX appears in the Sword & Shield Vivid Voltage expansion as card number 188. It is a Rare Rainbow variant, distinguished by its shimmering foil treatment and vibrant artwork by aky CG Works.

Variants & Identifiers

This printing has no listed print variants. Key identifiers include the card number (188), set code (swsh4), and the Rare Rainbow rarity. The regulation mark “D” situates it within the Sword & Shield series timeline.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data. The VMAX rule applies: when your Pokémon VMAX is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 3 Prize cards.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant foil and detailed artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Vivid Voltage (swsh4): Introduced Pikachu VMAX as a powerful Lightning-type VMAX card with a Rare Rainbow foil variant, emphasizing strong attacks and high HP. This set is notable for its dynamic artwork and the inclusion of regulation mark D cards.