Alolan Raichu Collector’s Guide (Crimson Invasion #31)

Character Intro

Alolan Raichu from the Crimson Invasion set is a Rare Holo card numbered 31 with 110 HP. This vibrant Pokémon features the Surge Surfer ability, enhancing its dynamic playstyle. Its Psychic attack adds a unique twist to its electric origins.

Quick Facts

• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Pikachu)
• Type: Lightning
• HP: 110
• Ability: Surge Surfer — If any Stadium card is in play, Alolan Raichu has no Retreat Cost.
• Attack: Psychic (70+ damage) — Does 20 more damage times the amount of Energy attached to your opponent’s Active Pokémon.
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Retreat Cost: 2
• Flavor Text: It only evolves to this form in the Alola region. According to researchers, its diet is one of the causes of this change.
• Set: Crimson Invasion (sm4)
• Rarity: Rare Holo
• Illustrator: Akira Komayama
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Key Printings

This guide focuses on the exact printing from the Crimson Invasion set, card number 31. This Rare Holo version is notable for its clean artwork and the inclusion of the Surge Surfer ability, which can be strategically valuable in gameplay.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include its set code (sm4), card number (31), and rarity (Rare Holo). The card’s unique ability and attack text also help distinguish it from other Raichu cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Its ability to reduce Retreat Cost to zero when a Stadium is in play can be tactically advantageous, and its Psychic attack scales with the opponent’s Energy attachments, offering flexible damage output.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holo finish and maintain card condition, store Alolan Raichu in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface, and keep it in a cool, dry place to prevent warping or fading.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Crimson Invasion (sm4): Introduced Alolan Raichu with its distinctive ability Surge Surfer and a powerful Psychic attack, enriching the Lightning-type lineup with strategic versatility.