Pikachu – Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery (#GG30)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pikachu (#GG30) is a Trainer Gallery Rare Holo card from Sword & Shield - Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery released in 2023. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Whimsy Tackle attack (50 damage), Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.. TCGplayer market price sits around $13.76, Cardmarket average sale is €17.28, Floor listings start near €4.95.
- TCGplayer market price: $13.76
- Cardmarket trend price: €21.15
- Recent low listing: €4.95
Card Details
- Set
- Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery
- Card Number
- GG30
- Rarity
- ✨ Trainer Gallery Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 60
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Regulation Mark
- Regulation F ✓ Legal in Standard
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Raichu
Abilities
-
Pika Dash
If this Pokémon has any Energy attached, it has no Retreat Cost.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Whimsy Tackle
[Lightning, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pikachu from Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery (Trainer Gallery Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2023, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Kouki Saitou.
Market Trends: Current market conditions show moderate interest in this card.
Investment Considerations: As a modern release, this card offers accessible entry points for new collectors while maintaining good liquidity.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Pikachu GG30 is legal for tournament play in Standard, Expanded, Unlimited formats. The card bears Regulation Mark F, indicating its current competitive viability.
Key Attack: Pikachu's Whimsy Tackle deals 50 damage for Lightning + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery #GG30 ← Current | 60 | 1 attack | Trainer Gallery Rare Holo | $13.76 |
�📦 Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery Set Context
This Pikachu is part of the Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery expansion , released as part of the Sword & Shield series in 2023.
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: 2-4x
Best for: High-value cards, modern sets
Subgrades available • Value multiplier: 2-3x
Best for: Premium cards, perfect centering
Fast turnaround • Value multiplier: 1.5-3x
Best for: Budget-friendly option, bulk
💡 Should You Grade This Card?
- Yes, consider grading if: Card value exceeds $20 and is in excellent 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
- Trainer Gallery Rare Holo cards from Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery 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 GG30 was released in 2023 in the Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery expansion. This set is part of the Sword & Shield 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 →
Set Popularity: Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery is a modern release that benefits from high print quality and readily available supply, making it accessible for collectors.
Competitive History: Lightning type Pokémon like Pikachu have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Standard, 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
- 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. For Standard format play, check the current rotation for legal support cards.