Raikou – BREAKthrough (#55)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Raikou (#55) is a Rare Holo card from XY - BREAKthrough released in 2015. It showcases artwork by Shin Nagasawa and the Thunder Lance attack (50+ damage), This attack does 20 more damage for each Lightning Energy attached to this Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $2.40, Cardmarket average sale is €3.26, Floor listings start near €0.50.
- TCGplayer market price: $2.40
- Cardmarket trend price: €3.78
- Recent low listing: €0.50
Card Details
- Set
- BREAKthrough
- Card Number
- 55
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Shin Nagasawa
- HP
- 120
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 1 (Colorless)
Abilities
-
Shining Body
If this Pokémon has any Lightning Energy attached to it, any damage done to this Pokémon by attacks is reduced by 20 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Attacks & Strategy
-
Thunder Lance
[Colorless, Colorless, Colorless]
— 50+
This attack does 20 more damage for each Lightning Energy attached to this Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Raikou from BREAKthrough (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2015, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Shin Nagasawa.
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 Raikou 55 is legal for tournament play in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
Key Attack: Raikou's Thunder Lance deals 50+ damage for Colorless + Colorless + Colorless energy. Special effect: This attack does 20 more damage for each Lightning Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Stats Overview: 120 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BREAKthrough #55 ← Current | 120 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $2.40 |
�📦 BREAKthrough Set Context
This Raikou is part of the BREAKthrough expansion , released as part of the XY series in 2015.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Shin Nagasawa, 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 Raikou 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 Holo cards from BREAKthrough are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Shin Nagasawa 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.
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📚 Card History & Trivia
Release Information: Raikou 55 was released in 2015 in the BREAKthrough expansion. This set is part of the XY series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Shin Nagasawa. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: BREAKthrough 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 Raikou have carved out niches in various competitive formats throughout Pokémon TCG history. Currently legal in Expanded, Unlimited formats.
🛡️ Related Products & Deck Building
Maximize the value and playability of your Raikou 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: Raikou works best in Lightning type decks.