Pikachu ex

Pikachu is the iconic Electric-type Pokémon and mascot of the Pokémon franchise, first introduced in Pokémon Red and Green in 1996 in Japan. As Ash Ketchum's loyal partner in the anime, Pikachu symbolizes the series' themes of friendship, adventure, and perseverance, becoming a global cultural phenomenon featured in games, anime, movies, and merchandise.

First printed in the Scarlet & Violet: Surging Sparks set released November 8, 2024, in English.

• This Hyper Rare secret card features a stunning gold holofoil variant with artwork by aky CG Works.
• Features unique Ability 'Resolute Heart' that prevents Knock Out from an attack if at full HP.
• Pull rate of 1 in 1127 packs, making it one of the chase cards in the set.

Condition. Check for centering issues on the gold holofoil pattern, edge whitening common on secret rares, surface scratches on the textured holo, and print lines; avoid cards with whitening along borders or print dots.

Storage. Store in semi-rigid top loaders with sleeves in a cool, dry environment away from sunlight to prevent holo oxidation; use card savers for raw cards and slabs for graded ones.

Authenticity. Verify holographic pattern consistency and font sharpness against official scans; check for incorrect weight/thickness, blurry text, or mismatched set symbols; use UV light for counterfeit detection on inks; prefer sales from reputable sellers like TCGPlayer.