Pikachu – Black & White (#115)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pikachu (#115) is a Rare Secret card from Black & White - Black & White released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Energize attack, Attach a Lightning Energy from your discard pile to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $53.05, Cardmarket average sale is €29.77, Floor listings start near €4.99.
- TCGplayer market price: $53.05
- Cardmarket trend price: €25.32
- Recent low listing: €4.99
Card Details
- Set
- Black & White
- Card Number
- 115
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Secret
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Raichu
Attacks & Strategy
-
Energize
[Lightning]
Attach a Lightning Energy from your discard pile to this Pokémon. -
Thunderbolt
[Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 80
Discard all Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pikachu from Black & White (Rare Secret) represents a premium addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: Vintage cards from this era have shown strong long-term appreciation potential. Premium rarities like this typically see stronger price retention during market fluctuations.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Pikachu 115 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Pikachu's Energize for Lightning energy. Special effect: Attach a Lightning Energy from your discard pile to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 60 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2
Players should check the official Pokémon TCG tournament rules for the most current format regulations and card legality status.
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| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black & White #115 ← Current | 60 | 2 attacks | Rare Secret | $53.05 |
�📦 Black & White Set Context
This Pikachu is part of the Black & White expansion , released as part of the Black & White series in 2011. As a Rare Secret card, it represents one of the premium pulls from this set.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Kouki Saitou, whose distinctive illustration style has made their cards highly collectible. Explore more cards illustrated by this artist to discover similar art styles and collecting themes.
💎 Professional Grading Guide
Professional grading can significantly increase the value of your Pikachu card. Here's what you need to know:
Industry standard • Value multiplier: 3-6x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 3-5x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 2-4x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Premium rarity card in Near Mint+ condition
- Grading cost: $20-100+ per card (depending on service level)
- Break-even point: Card should be worth $50+ raw to justify grading costs
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks to 6 months depending on service
Collector Notes
- Rare Secret cards from Black & White are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Kouki Saitou resonates with starter collectors, creating consistent search demand for this Bulbasaur variant.
- Lightning typing keeps this card relevant for themed decks and Grass-type collectors alike.
📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Pikachu 115 was released in 2011 in the Black & White expansion. This set is part of the Black & White series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Rarity & Collectibility: As a Rare Secret card, this Pikachu is among the premium chase cards from Black & White. Secret Rare cards have card numbers that exceed the set total, making them highly sought after by completionists. These premium versions typically hold value better than common printings.
Set Popularity: Black & White is a vintage set that has gained significant collector interest over time, with sealed product and individual cards showing strong appreciation.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Pikachu with versatile attack options provide flexibility in deck building and can adapt to different matchups. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Pikachu card with these essential products:
- Penny sleeves: Basic protection
- Perfect fit sleeves: Pre-grading
- Top loaders: Display & storage
- Magnetic holders recommended
- Binders with side-loading pages
- Storage boxes (800-count)
- ETB (Elite Trainer Box) storage
- Premium display cases
- Pair with Lightning energy cards
- Energy acceleration trainers
- Draw support & consistency cards
💡 Deck Building Tip: Pikachu works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.