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Pichu - Wizards Black Star Promos (#35)
- Number
- 35
- Illustrator
- Ken Sugimori
- Energy
- Lightning
It is not yet skilled at storing electricity. It may send out a jolt if amused or startled.
Pichu - Wizards Black Star Promos
Pichu is a Promo Pokémon card from the Wizards Black Star Promos Pokémon TCG set, released 1999, illustrated by Ken Sugimori. It sits at card number 35 in the Wizards Black Star Promos checklist, classified as a Lightning-type Pokémon with 30 HP and the Baby subtype.
In collector terms, this is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs. Current TCGplayer market price tops out at $58.08, with every variant's low / mid / high and direct prices listed below.
Pichu has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#35 in Wizards Black Star Promos) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.
CIV 76Strong
Strong market heat, era strength. Weak icon status.
30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.
Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.
Release-window weight.
Prices USD 2 days ago · 2026-06-09 08:06 UTC
Where to buy on eBay 6 active listings · updated 148m ago
Market price history
Sale History 12 sales · since 2025-05-01
| Date | Grade | Price | Lot |
|---|---|---|---|
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $0.84 | ||
| RAW | $0.55 | ||
| RAW | $0.99 | ||
| RAW | $1.17 | ||
| RAW | $1.25 | ||
| RAW | $1.34 | ||
| RAW | $1.31 | ||
| RAW | $1.46 | ||
| RAW | $2.49 |
Other printings of Pichu
Pichu FAQ
Click any question to expand. Every answer pulls from this card's live Catchinary data.
How much is Pichu from Wizards Black Star Promos worth?
Recent recorded market price is $58.08 (latest tracked snapshot 2026-06-10). See the variant breakdown above for per-variant low / mid / high / market spread and the market price history chart for the long-term arc. Graded estimates (PSA 10, PSA 9, CGC Perfect) are shown when auction data is available.
How rare is Pichu?
This printing is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs (the card is labeled "Promo" on the checklist). Pichu has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Pichu?
Ken Sugimori illustrated this card. See Ken Sugimori's full Catchinary page for every Pokémon card they've drawn, grouped by set with current market prices, career stats, and alt-art highlights.
When was Pichu released?
The Wizards Black Star Promos set released in 1999, so this card (#35 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Pichu?
The "Where to buy on eBay" panel above shows live listings. For long-term holds, consider graded copies (PSA / CGC) which trade separately and usually at a premium over raw.
Is this card in Standard format?
Legal formats rotate as new sets release - see the Wizards Black Star Promos set page for current Standard / Expanded / Unlimited status. Catchinary tracks 0 cards across every English-language set, so if this one has rotated out there's almost certainly a current-format reprint you can check.