Pikachu V #198 from SWSH Black Star Promos - Promo - Illustrated by 5ban Graphics
Lightning

Pikachu V

#198/307 in SWSH Black Star Promos, Promo, 190 HP, Lightning, illustrated by 5ban Graphics.

Card number
#198/307
Rarity
Promo
HP
190 HP
Type
Lightning
Language
English
Release date
November 15, 2019
Illustrator
5ban Graphics
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Collector Notes

Pikachu V

Pikachu V appears in the English print of SWSH Black Star Promos, released on November 15, 2019. Pikachu V is a promo rarity and 190 HP. The SWSH Black Star Promos set contains 307 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by 5ban Graphics.

Collector Insights

Pikachu V is a Lightning-type Pokémon with 190 HP, featuring a retreat cost of one Colorless energy. Its sole attack, Lightning Blast, requires two Lightning and one Colorless energy to deal 100+ damage, with an optional bonus of 120 extra damage if all Lightning Energy is discarded from the Pokémon. The card’s rules state that when Pikachu V is Knocked Out, the opponent forfeits two Prize cards. It has a Fighting weakness multiplied by two, with no listed resistances. The card is part of the Sword & Shield series, released in the SWSH Black Star Promos set on November 15, 2019. Designed by 5ban Graphics, it carries a Promo rarity and is numbered 198 in the set. The card’s flavor text subtly emphasizes its role as a powerful, high-stakes threat through its strategic attack mechanics. Its design aligns with the series’ focus on competitive play and dynamic battle scenarios.

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