Raichu ex Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Raichu ex from the Sandstorm set is a Rare Holo EX card numbered 98. This Lightning-type Stage 1 Pokémon has 100 HP and headlines with the high-impact attack Mega Thunderbolt. The vivid artwork captures Raichu’s dynamic battle stance.

Quick Facts

• Pokémon: Raichu ex
• Stage: Stage 1, ex (evolves from Pikachu)
• Type: Lightning
• HP: 100
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Attacks:
• Dazzle Blast: Flip a coin; if heads, the Defending Pokémon becomes Confused (20 damage).
• Mega Thunderbolt: Discard all Energy cards attached to Raichu ex to deal 120 damage.
• Rules: When a Pokémon-ex is Knocked Out, your opponent takes 2 Prize cards.
• Illustrator: Ryo Ueda
• Set Code: ex2
• Card Number: 98
• Rarity: Rare Holo EX
• Image:

Key Printings

This exact printing appears in Sandstorm (set code ex2) as card number 98. It is a Rare Holo EX featuring artwork by Ryo Ueda and the attacks Dazzle Blast and Mega Thunderbolt.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this card. Identifiers include:
– Stage 1, ex subtype
– Lightning type
– Attack pair: “Dazzle Blast” and “Mega Thunderbolt”
– Rarity: Rare Holo EX
– Illustrator: Ryo Ueda

Legality & Play Notes

Legality status: unknown.
This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats.

Play notes:
– Dazzle Blast offers coin-flip disruption via Confusion while dealing 20 damage.
– Mega Thunderbolt delivers 120 damage but discards all attached Energy, so plan Energy attachments accordingly.

Care & Storage Tips

Protect the holofoil by sleeving the card, keeping it away from sunlight and moisture, and avoiding bends or scratches. For long-term storage, use a top-loader or a binder with side-loading sleeves.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Sandstorm (ex2): Raichu ex debuts as a Rare Holo EX with strong Lightning-type attacks and notable artwork, contributing a standout piece to the ex-era lineup.