Pikachu #23 from ADV Promos - Promo - Illustrated by Kouki Saitou
Lightning

Pikachu

#23/63 in ADV Promos, Promo, Lightning, illustrated by Kouki Saitou.

Card number
#23/63
Rarity
Promo
Type
Lightning
Language
Japanese
Release date
January 1, 2003
Illustrator
Kouki Saitou
Original name
Pikachu
Kyogre ex Pokémon TCG card artGroudon ex Pokémon TCG card artTreecko Pokémon TCG card artTorchic Pokémon TCG card artMudkip Pokémon TCG card artLatias Pokémon TCG card artLatios Pokémon TCG card artGrovyle Pokémon TCG card artCombusken Pokémon TCG card artMarshtomp Pokémon TCG card artKyogre ex Pokémon TCG card artGroudon ex Pokémon TCG card art

Collector Notes

Pikachu

Pikachu appears in the Japanese print of ADV Promos, released on January 1, 2003. Pikachu is a promo rarity. The ADV Promos set contains 63 cards.

Artist Info

This card's illustration was created by Kouki Saitou.

Collector Insights

Pikachu is a Pokémon card with a base HP of 50, featuring two distinct attacks. The first attack, Agility, costs one Colorless Energy and allows the player to flip a coin. If the result is heads, it prevents all effects of an attack, including damage, from affecting Pikachu during the opponent's next turn. The second attack, Thundershock, requires one Lightning and one Colorless Energy, dealing 20 damage and giving a 50% chance to paralyze the defending Pokémon. The card is part of the ADV Promos set, released on January 1, 2003, and is classified as a Promo rarity. It was illustrated by artist Kouki Saitou, adding to its collectible appeal. The card's abilities emphasize defensive flexibility and electric-type offense, reflecting its thematic alignment with Pikachu's signature traits. This combination of effects makes it a versatile option for strategic gameplay.

Explore More Collector Hubs

Compare this card against live trending cards, current most popular cards, and most collected cards in Japanese. Use these hubs to spot momentum shifts before your next trade or listing update.