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Pikachu - SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH234)

Pokémon Basic Promo HP 60
TCGplayer market reference
$5.23
holofoil
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Number
SWSH234
Illustrator
Ryota Murayama
Energy
Lightning
Pikachu that can generate powerful electricity have cheek sacs that are extra soft and super stretchy
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Pikachu - SWSH Black Star Promos

Pikachu is a Promo Pokémon card from the SWSH Black Star Promos Pokémon TCG set, released 2019, illustrated by Ryota Murayama. It sits at card number SWSH234 in the SWSH Black Star Promos checklist, classified as a Lightning-type Pokémon with 60 HP and the Basic subtype.

In collector terms, this is a promotional print, distributed through events, tins, or retailer exclusives rather than standard booster packs. The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $5.23. Available values are listed below; inconsistent ranges are hidden.

Pikachu has been printed 9 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#SWSH234 in SWSH Black Star Promos) is one of them - see every other printing further down to compare art, rarity, and current market price across all versions.

Catchinary Index Value

CIV 57Average

Strong icon status.

Market Heat 31

30 / 90 / 365-day price momentum.

Icon Status 95

Cultural recognition + iconic-set bonus.

Era Strength 65

Release-window weight.

Score blends market heat, grading upside, icon status, era strength. How CIV works →

Price references USD

Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. A history snapshot records stored values and does not confirm a new source update.

holofoil
$5.23 market
Range hidden: the stored low, mid, and high values are inconsistent with the reference price. This reference is not a guaranteed sale price.

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Market price history

Latest
$5.23
Low
$5.06
Oct 2026
High
$8.44
Jul 2026
Avg
$7.02
Days tracked
187
data points
Change
-6.1%
since first tracked
Tracked since Apr 25, 2026 · 187 data points
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Pikachu FAQ

Pricing and details from this card's stored record.

How much is Pikachu from SWSH Black Star Promos worth?

The stored TCGplayer market reference for holofoil is $5.23. Card record updated 2026-10-31. The source's price refresh time is not available. Reference prices are not guaranteed sale prices. The variant table shows the available values; inconsistent ranges are hidden. Historical chart values may use different sources or variants.

How rare is Pikachu?

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). Pikachu has been printed 9 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.

Who illustrated Pikachu?

Ryota Murayama illustrated this card. See Ryota Murayama'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 Pikachu released?

The SWSH Black Star Promos set released in 2019, so this card (#SWSH234 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.

Where can I buy Pikachu?

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 Pikachu legal in Standard format?

Check the current Pokémon TCG format rules and this exact printing's eligibility before tournament play. A card's age or set alone does not confirm its legality.