TCGAI.PRO Pikachu ex 2026 · Ascended Heroes · #277/217
8.5 Near Mint-Mint+
Cen
10
Cor
6.5
Edg
8
Sur
10
Hold
Pikachu ex card, TCGAI Score 8.5

Certificate #25199A787AB8 · Pokémon

Pikachu ex

Ascended Heroes · #277/217 · 2026

Near Mint-Mint+ Hold

Hold. Often worth as much raw. Keep it or sell it raw.

Estimate, not an official grade.

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Condition report

Each check is scored out of 10 on both sides. The lowest one caps the TCGAI Score.

Front No flaws
Back No flaws
Sub-grades out of 10, front and back
Check Front Back
Centering 10 10
Corners 10 6.5
Edges 10 8
Surface 10 10
Whitening 10 8
Holo / foil 10 10

What the AI found

Flaws visible at the photo's resolution. A grader under magnification may find more. Marks on the photos show the area named, not an exact spot.

No defects listed at this photo resolution.

What this card sells for

An estimate from recent listings, not an appraisal. Prices in USD.

Graded

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No comparable graded sales

Raw, ungraded

$1,570

$790 – $2,350 · 2 listings

Grading premium

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Graded average over raw average

Estimate from eBay listings after removing bundles, wrong sets and outliers. Small samples move a lot. Muestra insuficiente (graded=0, validListings=0, mínimo=5). Rango estimado con baja confianza.

About this card

Background compiled from public web sources. Check it before you buy or sell.

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 8/10

56.5% price increase in last 30 days, 8th most trending Pokémon card, strong collector interest in Pikachu SIR from hyped special set[2].

Next months. Continued rise next 3-6 months as graded 10 pops increase and set meta settles.

Long term. Strong 1-3 year hold due to franchise icon status and special set scarcity.

History

Pikachu is the iconic Electric-type Pokémon and mascot of the Pokémon franchise, first introduced in Pokémon Red and Green (1996). As a Pikachu ex, this card features an enhanced 'ex' version with boosted stats and attacks, depicted in a Special Illustration Rare artwork from the Ascended Heroes set, inspired by Pokémon Legends Z-A themes including Mega evolutions[1][7][8].

First released in the Pokémon TCG set Ascended Heroes (English) on January 30, 2026, originating from Japanese sets like Start Deck 100 Battle Collection and Mega Dream X[1][7].

  • This is a Spanish-language variant (SIR) with Teracristal special stamp, numbered 277/217, a secret rare beyond the base 217 cards[1][4].
  • Features 200 HP Basic Lightning-type Pokémon ex with Thunderbolt attack for 120 damage[3][8].
  • Part of a special 2026 set with many reprints but competitive Mega Pokémon ex cards[6][7].

Rarity and print run

Tier
Secret Rare
Print run
Low
First printed in
Ascended Heroes (ME: Ascended Heroes)
Demand
High
Supply
Low
  • Special Illustration Rare (SIR) as secret card 277/217 beyond base set[1].
  • Teracristal stamp and Spanish language variant limit availability[4].
  • Low print run for special 2026 set with many reprints but chase cards[7].

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues, edge wear, surface scratches on holo foil pattern, print defects like missing texture, and corner dings common in Special Illustration Rares; Teracristal stamp prone to chipping[1][4].

Storage. Use semi-rigid top loaders or magnetic holders with sleeves; store in cool, dry place away from sunlight to prevent foil oxidation; avoid stacking without dividers.

Authenticity. Verify holographic pattern matches official cosmic holo foil; check card number 277/217 and Spanish text alignment; use UV light for foil authenticity; compare to official database images; beware reprints from promo-like packs[1][3][6].

Sources: pricecharting.com, sportscardinvestor.com, pokemon.com, psacard.com, cardmarket.com

Card details

Name
Pikachu ex
Game
Pokémon
Set
Ascended Heroes (ASC)
Number
277/217
Year
2026
Rarity
Special Illustration Rare
Variant
Sir
Special stamps
Teracristal
Language
Spanish
Manufacturer
Pokemon Company
Illustrator
James Turner
Identification
Not matched in a catalog
Certificate
#25199A787AB8
Graded on
Apr 26, 2026
Views
222

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