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Pikachu VMAX - SWSH Black Star Promos (#SWSH286)
- Number
- SWSH286
- Illustrator
- AKIRA EGAWA
- Energy
- Lightning
Pikachu VMAX - SWSH Black Star Promos
Pikachu VMAX is a Promo Pokémon card from the SWSH Black Star Promos Pokémon TCG set, released 2019, illustrated by AKIRA EGAWA. It sits at card number SWSH286 in the SWSH Black Star Promos checklist, classified as a Lightning-type Pokémon with 310 HP and the VMAX 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 $8.17, with every variant's low / mid / high and direct prices listed below.
Pikachu VMAX has been printed 6 times across different sets. The variant you're looking at (#SWSH286 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.
CIV 71Strong
Strong 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 24 active listings · updated 224m ago
Market price history
Other printings of Pikachu VMAX
Pikachu VMAX FAQ
Click any question to expand. Every answer pulls from this card's live Catchinary data.
How much is Pikachu VMAX from SWSH Black Star Promos worth?
Recent recorded market price is $8.17 (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 Pikachu VMAX?
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 VMAX has been printed 6 times across different sets - earlier or limited printings often command premiums even when the rarity tier is identical.
Who illustrated Pikachu VMAX?
AKIRA EGAWA illustrated this card. See AKIRA EGAWA'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 VMAX released?
The SWSH Black Star Promos set released in 2019, so this card (#SWSH286 in the set) has been available since then. Its current and historical market price is tracked above.
Where can I buy Pikachu VMAX?
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 SWSH 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.