Pichu is a Pokémon trading card. Below you will find its full details and artwork.

Last updated September 2, 2026 · 1 min read

Pichu

Pichu

Lightning
  • CategoryPokémon
  • HP50
  • RarityRare
  • Card number#21
  • IllustratorKen Sugimori
  • WeaknessFighting ×2
  • Retreat cost1

Abilities

Baby Evolution Poké-Power

Once during your turn (before your attack), you may put Pikachu from your hand onto Pichu (this counts as evolving Pichu) and remove all damage counters from Pichu.

Attacks

Cry for Help
Cost: Lightning

Search your deck for a Lightning Pokémon (excluding Pokémon-ex), show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.

Frequently asked questions

Who illustrated Pichu?

Pichu was illustrated by Ken Sugimori.

How much HP does Pichu have?

Pichu has 50 HP.

What type is Pichu?

Pichu is a Lightning type Pokémon card.

Is Pichu tournament legal?

Pichu is legal in the following formats: Unlimited.

How many attacks does Pichu have?

Pichu has 1 attack.

Key terms on this card

Lightning
The Lightning type, covering Electric Pokémon.
Rarity: Rare
Scarcer cards, one of which typically appears per booster pack.
HP
Hit Points — the damage a Pokémon can take before it is Knocked Out.
Weakness
Increases the damage this Pokémon takes from a specific type (usually doubled).
Retreat cost
The amount of Energy needed to switch this Pokémon to the Bench.
Stage
Whether the Pokémon is Basic or an Evolution (Stage 1 or Stage 2).

Data last updated: · Card and set data is derived from the open-source community “pokemon-tcg-data” dataset. Original JSON data is used unmodified under its published terms.

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