Raichu (Silver Tempest 50) Collectors Guide

Character Intro

Raichu from the Silver Tempest set is an Uncommon Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon with 120 HP. It features the straightforward Electric Ball attack and the situationally powerful Ambushing Spark. This vibrant card is numbered 50 in the set.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Pikachu)
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Resistance: None
• Regulation Mark: F
• Flavor Text: Its long tail serves as a ground to protect itself from its own high-voltage power.

Key Printings

From the Sword & Shield series’ Silver Tempest set (set code: swsh12), this Uncommon Raichu is card number 50. It has two attacks:
– Ambushing Spark — 40+ damage; deals an additional 100 damage if the opponent has used their VSTAR Power during the game.
– Electric Ball — 120 damage.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Key identifiers include the card number (50), set code (swsh12), and the illustrator Megumi Mizutani. The card’s image can be referenced at /images/swsh12/swsh12-50.jpg.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not currently legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. Players should verify tournament rules before including this card in decks.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the card surface to maintain its collectible value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Silver Tempest (swsh12): This set includes Raichu as a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon with versatile attacks and a unique ability to capitalize on opponent’s VSTAR Power usage. The set focuses on dynamic gameplay and vibrant artwork, with Raichu standing out as an uncommon but valuable card for collectors and players alike.