Pikachu (Cosmic Eclipse 66) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Pikachu from the Cosmic Eclipse set is a lively Common card numbered 66. It has 70 HP and features the dynamic attack Volt Tackle. This energetic Pokémon brings a classic spark to any collection.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: Metal -20
• Flavor Text: Its nature is to store up electricity. Forests where nests of Pikachu live are dangerous, since the trees are so often struck by lightning.
• Image URL: /images/sm12/sm12-66.jpg

Key Printings

• This exact printing is from the Sun & Moon series, specifically the Cosmic Eclipse set (sm12).
• Attacks:
• Nuzzle: can paralyze the opponent’s Active Pokémon on a coin flip.
• Volt Tackle: deals 70 damage but causes 10 damage to itself.
• The card does not have any abilities or evolution from a previous Pokémon.

Variants & Identifiers

• There are no known print variants for this card.
• Identified by set code sm12 and card number 66.
• Rarity: Common; subtype: Basic Pokémon.

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not marked as legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

• Store in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Given its common rarity, it’s ideal for casual collectors and players who want to keep a clean, vibrant copy for display or casual play.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Cosmic Eclipse (sm12): This set includes this Pikachu card as a common Lightning-type Basic Pokémon with straightforward attacks and a nostalgic flavor text emphasizing Pikachu’s electric nature. The set is known for its diverse Pokémon and dynamic artwork by illustrators like Naoyo Kimura.

This guide covers the exact printing of Pikachu card number 66 from the Cosmic Eclipse set, providing collectors with essential details for identification and care.