Collector’s Guide: Pikachu (Legendary Collection #86)

Quick Facts

This Pikachu card is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon from the Legendary Collection set, numbered 86. It has 50 HP and features the attack Spark, which deals 20 damage and can also hit one of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon for 10 damage. The card has a Fighting-type weakness (×2) and a retreat cost of 1. It is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and classified as a Common rarity.

Key Printings

• Set: Legendary Collection (base6)
• Card Number: 86
• Rarity: Common
• HP: 50
• Illustrator: Ken Sugimori
• Attack: Spark (Lightning, Lightning) – 20 damage plus 10 damage to one Benched Pokémon if applicable
• Flavor Text: “When several of these Pokémon gather, their electricity can build and cause lightning storms.”

Variants & Identifiers

This specific printing has no known print variants. It is identified by the set code “base6” and the card number 86. The card’s legality status is unknown.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the condition and value of this Pikachu card:
– Store in a protective sleeve and rigid top-loader.
– Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent fading.
– Avoid exposure to moisture and extreme temperatures.
– Handle with clean hands to prevent oils and dirt from damaging the card surface.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Legendary Collection: This set revisits classic cards with updated artwork and reprints. Pikachu #86 is a faithful reprint of the iconic Basic Lightning-type Pokémon, maintaining its simple yet effective attack and nostalgic flavor text.

Legality: unknown
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