Pikachu – Supreme Victors (#120)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Pikachu (#120) is a Common card from Platinum - Supreme Victors released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Takao Unno and the Gnaw attack (10 damage). TCGplayer market price sits around $2.87, Cardmarket average sale is €1.99, Floor listings start near €0.40.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.87
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.40
- Recent low listing: €0.40
Card Details
- Set
- Supreme Victors
- Card Number
- 120
- Rarity
- ✨ Common
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Takao Unno
- HP
- 50
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting +10
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
- Evolves To
- Raichu
Attacks & Strategy
- Gnaw [Colorless] — 10
-
Thundershock
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 20
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Pikachu from Supreme Victors (Common) represents an interesting addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Takao Unno.
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.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Pikachu 120 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Pikachu's Gnaw deals 10 damage for Colorless energy.
Stats Overview: 50 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting +10 • Resistant to Metal -20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supreme Victors #120 ← Current | 50 | 2 attacks | Common | $2.87 |
�📦 Supreme Victors Set Context
This Pikachu is part of the Supreme Victors expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Takao Unno, 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
- Common cards from Supreme Victors are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Takao Unno 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 120 was released in 2009 in the Supreme Victors expansion. This set is part of the Platinum series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Takao Unno. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Supreme Victors 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 Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.