Raikou – Call of Legends (#SL9)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Raikou (#SL9) is a Rare Holo card from HeartGold & SoulSilver - Call of Legends released in 2011. It showcases artwork by Noriko Hotta and the Raging Thunder attack (70 damage), Does 20 damage to 1 of your Pokémon and don't apply Weakness and Resistance to this damage.. Cardmarket average sale is €42.67, Floor listings start near €17.00.
- Cardmarket trend price: €72.99
- Recent low listing: €17.00
Card Details
- Set
- Call of Legends
- Card Number
- SL9
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Noriko Hotta
- HP
- 90
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting ×2
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Extreme Speed
Raikou's Retreat Cost is Colorless less for each Lightning Energy attached to Raikou.
Attacks & Strategy
-
Raging Thunder
[Lightning, Lightning, Colorless]
— 70
Does 20 damage to 1 of your Pokémon and don't apply Weakness and Resistance to this damage.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Raikou from Call of Legends (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2011, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Noriko Hotta.
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 SL9 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Raikou's Raging Thunder deals 70 damage for Lightning + Lightning + Colorless energy. Special effect: Does 20 damage to 1 of your Pokémon and don't apply Weakness and Resistance to this damage.
Stats Overview: 90 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.
� Compare Raikou Cards
Looking for other Raikou cards to compare? View different versions with varying HP, attacks, and rarity levels.
| Set | HP | Attacks | Rarity | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Call of Legends #SL9 ← Current | 90 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | N/A |
�📦 Call of Legends Set Context
This Raikou is part of the Call of Legends expansion , released as part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series in 2011.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Noriko Hotta, 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 Call of Legends are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Noriko Hotta 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: Raikou SL9 was released in 2011 in the Call of Legends expansion. This set is part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Noriko Hotta. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Call of Legends 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 Unlimited format.
🛡️ 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.