Pichu

Pichu

Pichu appears in the English print of Neo Genesis, released on December 16, 2000. Pichu is a rare holo rarity and 30 HP. The Neo Genesis set contains 111 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by Ken Sugimori.

Collector Insights

Pichu is a Lightning-type Pokémon with 30 HP, featuring a unique ability that allows it to disrupt opponents during battles. Its attack, Zzzap, requires one Colorless Energy and deals 20 damage to each Pokémon in play that has a Pokémon Power, bypassing Weakness and Resistance. As a Baby Pokémon, it has a rule that lets it flip a coin when an opponent attempts to attack, ending their turn if tails. The card’s flavor text highlights Pichu’s surprising ability to zap humans despite its small size, with a playful note about its own reaction. It belongs to the Neo series, released as part of the Neo Genesis set in December 2000. The card is illustrated by Ken Sugimori and carries a Rare Holo rarity. Its theme color, #b1a356, aligns with the Lightning type’s aesthetic, and it lacks resistances or weaknesses, making it a straightforward defensive and offensive unit. The card’s design emphasizes its role as a versatile Pokémon with both strategic and direct combat options.

Despite its small size, it can zap even adult humans. However, if it does so, it also surprises itself.

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