Pikachu ★ (Holon Phantoms 104) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Pikachu ★ from the Holon Phantoms set is a Rare Holo Star card with 60 HP. Numbered 104, it features the attack “Spring Back” and stands out with its distinctive holo star rarity.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Pikachu ★
• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Basic, Star
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Attacks:
• Thundershock: 10 damage; flip a coin, if heads the Defending Pokémon is Paralyzed.
• Spring Back: 20+ damage; if opponent has 1 Prize card left, does 70 damage total.
• Rules: You can’t have more than 1 Pokémon Star in your deck.
• Flavor Text: Unknown
• Evolves From: None

Key Printings

This card is identified as number 104 in the Holon Phantoms set (ex13). It is a Rare Holo Star printing, distinguished by the star symbol and unique subtype. The illustrator Masakazu Fukuda’s signature style is a key feature of this printing.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. It is uniquely identified by its set code “ex13” and card ID “ex13-104”. The card’s holo star rarity and the special rule restricting deck inclusion to one Pokémon Star make it stand out among Pikachu cards.

Legality & Play Notes

Legality: unknown
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats. The special rule limiting deck inclusion to one Pokémon Star is crucial for gameplay.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the holo foil and vibrant artwork, store this card in a protective sleeve and keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture. Avoid bending or scratching the surface to maintain its collector value.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Holon Phantoms (ex13): This set introduced the unique Pokémon Star subtype, including this rare holo star Pikachu ★. It features distinctive artwork and special gameplay rules that differentiate it from other Pikachu cards. The set’s release date is unknown, but it remains a sought-after collection highlight.