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

Last updated September 2, 2026 · 1 min read

Raichu

Raichu

Lightning
  • CategoryPokémon
  • HP110
  • RarityRare Holo
  • Card number#41
  • IllustratorKagemaru Himeno
  • WeaknessFighting ×2
  • ResistanceMetal -20
  • Retreat cost1

Abilities

Evoshock Ability

When you play this Pokémon from your hand to evolve 1 of your Pokémon during your turn, you may leave your opponent's Active Pokémon Paralyzed.

Attacks

Volt Tackle 130
Cost: Lightning, Lightning, Colorless

This Pokémon does 30 damage to itself.

“It unleashes electric shocks that can reach 100,000 volts. When agitated, it can knock out even an Indian elephant.”

Frequently asked questions

Who illustrated Raichu?

Raichu was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.

How much HP does Raichu have?

Raichu has 110 HP.

What type is Raichu?

Raichu is a Lightning type Pokémon card.

Is Raichu tournament legal?

Raichu is legal in the following formats: Unlimited, Expanded.

How many attacks does Raichu have?

Raichu has 1 attack.

Key terms on this card

Lightning
The Lightning type, covering Electric Pokémon.
Rarity: Rare Holo
A Rare card with a holofoil (shiny) illustration.
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).
Resistance
Reduces the damage this Pokémon takes from a specific type.
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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