Raikou – Secret Wonders (#16)
Price Overview & Key Facts
Raikou (#16) is a Rare Holo card from Diamond & Pearl - Secret Wonders released in 2007. It showcases artwork by Ryo Ueda and the Thunder Climb attack (50+ damage), Discard 3 cards from the top of your deck. This attack does 50 damage plus 10 more damage for each Lightning Energy card you discarded. Then, attach those Lightning Energy cards to 1 of your Pokémon.. TCGplayer market price sits around $13.06, Cardmarket average sale is €4.34, Floor listings start near €0.90.
- TCGplayer market price: $13.06
- Cardmarket trend price: €4.91
- Recent low listing: €0.90
Card Details
- Set
- Secret Wonders
- Card Number
- 16
- Rarity
- ✨ Rare Holo
- Illustrator
- 🎨 Ryo Ueda
- HP
- 80
- Type
- ⚡ Lightning
- Weaknesses
- Fighting +20
- Resistances
- Metal -20
- Retreat Cost
- 2 (Colorless, Colorless)
Abilities
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Thunder Rumble
Once during your turn (before your attack), when you attach a Lightning Energy card from your hand to Raikou, you may put 1 damage counter on 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon.
Attacks & Strategy
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Thunder Climb
[Lightning, Lightning, Lightning]
— 50+
Discard 3 cards from the top of your deck. This attack does 50 damage plus 10 more damage for each Lightning Energy card you discarded. Then, attach those Lightning Energy cards to 1 of your Pokémon.
💎 Collector's Value & Investment Potential
Raikou from Secret Wonders (Rare Holo) represents a solid addition to any Pokémon TCG collection. Released in 2007, this card features artwork by renowned illustrator Ryo Ueda.
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 16 is legal for tournament play in Unlimited format.
Key Attack: Raikou's Thunder Climb deals 50+ damage for Lightning + Lightning + Lightning energy. Special effect: Discard 3 cards from the top of your deck. This attack does 50 damage plus 10 more damage for each L...
Stats Overview: 80 HP • Lightning Type • Weak to Fighting +20 • 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secret Wonders #16 ← Current | 80 | 1 attack | Rare Holo | $13.06 |
�📦 Secret Wonders Set Context
This Raikou is part of the Secret Wonders expansion , released as part of the Diamond & Pearl series in 2007.
Artist Spotlight: This card features artwork by Ryo Ueda, 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 Secret Wonders are typically short-printed and head straight into collector binders.
- The illustration by Ryo Ueda 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 16 was released in 2007 in the Secret Wonders expansion. This set is part of the Diamond & Pearl series, which introduced new gameplay mechanics and collectible cards.
Artist Background: The artwork for this card was created by Ryo Ueda. Professional Pokémon TCG artists undergo rigorous selection and bring unique styles to the game. View complete portfolio →
Set Popularity: Secret Wonders 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.