Raichu (Team Magma vs Team Aqua 13) Collector’s Guide

Character Intro

Raichu from the Team Magma vs Team Aqua set is a Rare card with 80 HP. Featuring the electrifying attack Kerzap, it is card number 13 in the set—a distinctive addition for collectors.

Quick Facts

• Type: Lightning
• Stage: Stage 1 (Evolves from Pikachu)
• Weakness: Fighting ×2
• Retreat Cost: 1
• Attacks:
• Spark: Deals 10 damage to two of your opponent’s Benched Pokémon (or 1 if only one is present), ignoring Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.
• Kerzap: Flip a coin; if heads, deals 40 damage plus 40 more to the Defending Pokémon and discards all Lightning Energy attached to Raichu.

Key Printings

This exact printing is identified as card number 13 in the Team Magma vs Team Aqua set (ex4). It is a rare card illustrated by Ken Sugimori, known for his iconic Pokémon art style. The card’s image can be viewed at: /images/ex4/ex4-13.jpg.

Variants & Identifiers

There are no known print variants for this Raichu card. It is uniquely identified by its set code “ex4” and card number 13. The card’s market reference query is “Raichu Team Magma vs Team Aqua 13.”

Legality & Play Notes

• Legality: unknown
• This card is not legal in Standard, Expanded, or Unlimited formats according to the provided data.

Care & Storage Tips

To preserve the vibrant Ken Sugimori artwork and maintain the card’s condition, store it in a protective sleeve away from direct sunlight and moisture. Use a rigid top-loader or binder with individual pockets to prevent bending or surface wear.

Set-by-Set Micro-summaries

• Team Magma vs Team Aqua (ex4): This set features a mix of Pokémon aligned with the Team Magma and Team Aqua themes. Raichu stands out as a rare Lightning-type Stage 1 card with versatile attacks that can target both the opponent’s Active and Benched Pokémon. The set’s release date remains unknown, but it holds a unique place in the ex series.