Raichu V Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Raichu V from the Brilliant Stars set is a Rare Holo V card numbered 45. With a vibrant 200 HP, it’s a sturdy Basic V that brings energy and tempo to the board, highlighted by the powerful attack Dynamic Spark.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic, V
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Regulation Mark: F
• Rules: V rule applies—when your Pokémon V is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.

Key Printings

This printing appears in the Brilliant Stars expansion of the Sword & Shield series. It is numbered 45 and classified as a Rare Holo V card. The MUGENUP artwork is vivid and energetic, capturing Raichu’s electric nature.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It can be identified by its set code “swsh9-45” and its distinctive holographic Rare Holo V rarity. The card’s image is available at /images/swsh9/swsh9-45.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown

• Fast Charge enables energy attachment on the first turn if you go first, helping jump-start your board.
• Dynamic Spark scales damage based on discarded Lightning Energy, letting you convert hand or board resources into burst damage.
• The V rule applies, so being Knocked Out gives your opponent 2 Prize cards—plan your trades accordingly.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holographic finish and maintain value, store the card in a sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or a binder with individual pockets to prevent bending and surface scratches.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Brilliant Stars (swsh9): Introduced Raichu V as a powerful Lightning-type Basic V with energy acceleration and scalable damage attacks. This set is known for its vibrant artwork and strategic V Pokémon cards.

This Raichu V printing remains a notable collectible for fans of the Lightning type and the Brilliant Stars set.