Pikachu (Burning Shadows 40) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Pikachu from the Burning Shadows set is a common card numbered 40. It has 60 HP and features the attack Thunder Shock. This lively card captures Pikachu’s energetic spirit in a compact form.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Attacks:
• Tail Whap (10 damage, costs 1 Colorless)
• Thunder Shock (20 damage, costs 1 Lightning + 1 Colorless; flip a coin, if heads, opponent’s Active Pokémon is Paralyzed)
• Evolves From: None
• Regulation Mark: Unknown
• Legal Status: unknown
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing is from the Burning Shadows set, card number 40, at Common rarity. It is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with no abilities and two straightforward attacks that balance damage and status effects.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identification is straightforward by set code “sm3,” card number 40, and illustrator Saya Tsuruta’s artwork. The card’s flavor text and resistance to Metal-type attacks also help distinguish it.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its simple attack set and low HP make it more suitable for casual play or collection rather than competitive use.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s vibrant illustration and condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, especially since it is a common card that may be handled frequently.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Burning Shadows (sm3): This set includes this Pikachu as a Common Basic Lightning-type Pokémon. It features simple but effective attacks and a unique flavor text highlighting Pikachu’s electric potential. The set’s artwork and design maintain the classic appeal of Pikachu for collectors and casual players alike.