Raichu-gl – Rising Rivals (#31)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Raichu-gl (#31) is a Rare card from Platinum - Rising Rivals released in 2009. It showcases artwork by Kouki Saitou and the Thunder Throw attack, Choose 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to each of them. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.). TCGplayer market price sits around $3.90, Cardmarket average sale is €2.10, Floor listings start near €0.14.
- TCGplayer market price: $3.90
- Cardmarket trend price: €2.80
- Recent low listing: €0.14
Card Details
- Set
- Rising Rivals
- Card Number
- 31
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Kouki Saitou
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
Attacks & Strategy
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Thunder Throw
[Colorless]
Choose 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to each of them. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) -
Repeat Lightning
[Lightning, Colorless]
— 30+
Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon that has any damage counters on it.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Raichu-gl from Rising Rivals (Rare) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2009, 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.
⚔️ Competitive Play & Tournament Viability
This Raichu-gl 31 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Raichu-gl's Thunder Throw for Colorless energy. Special effect: Choose 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to each of them. (Don't appl...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting ×2 • 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rising Rivals #31 ← Current | 80 | 2 attacks | Rare | $3.90 |
�📦 Rising Rivals Set Context
This Raichu-gl is part of the Rising Rivals expansion , released as part of the Platinum series in 2009.
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 Raichu-gl 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
- Rare cards from Rising Rivals 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: Raichu-gl 31 was released in 2009 in the Rising Rivals 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 Kouki Saitou. This artist is known for creating premium illustration rare and special rare artwork that collectors highly value. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Rising Rivals 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 Raichu-gl 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 Raichu-gl 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: Raichu-gl works best in Lightning type decks. Low energy cost attacks make this card great for aggressive early-game strategies.