Raichu #27
Raichu #27 sits in the E-Card series and carries a live market value of $149.99, backed by real TCGplayer and Cardmarket data.
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By CardLedger Research · Market data updated · Prices from TCGplayer & Cardmarket
Net estimates use each marketplace's default seller tier and typical shipping — fees vary by category, account status and payment method, so confirm current rates before selling.
Demand for Raichu #27 rose this week. If you're cashing out, this is a strong window; holders can wait for more upside.
Raichu at a glance
- Rarity tier — Rare.
- Recent averages: €151.60 (7d), €142.44 (30d).
- Trades around $149.99 on TCGplayer.
- From Skyridge (E-Card), released 2003.
- Trend price on Cardmarket: €140.74.
Raichu price by printing
Live TCGplayer and Cardmarket values for Raichu #27.
TCGplayer prices, updated 2026/10/26.
- Low
- $129.99
- Mid
- $129.99
- High
- —
- Low
- $199.99
- Mid
- $899.69
- High
- —
Cardmarket pricing (EUR)
Cardmarket data updated 2026/10/26.
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About Raichu #27
Skyridge placed Raichu at #27; the Pokémon card entered the market in 2003 within the E-Card series. A Lightning-type (80 HP), this stage 1 copy appeals to both collectors and players.
Artwork is by Yuka Morii; the Reverse Holofoil printing sits around $149.99, spanning $129.99–— between the cheapest and priciest listings.
Card facts
- Set
- Skyridge
- Series
- E-Card
- Number
- #27 / 144
- Rarity
- Rare
- Illustrator
- Yuka Morii
- HP
- 80
- Type
- Lightning
- Subtype
- Stage 1
- Evolves from
- Pikachu
- Released
- 2003/05/12
Raichu attacks, abilities & battle stats
Printed card text and battle statistics for Raichu #27 — the playability layer behind the price.
Zzzap
This attack does 20 damage to each Pokémon with a Poké-Body or Poké-Power (yours and your opponent's). (Don't apply Weakness or Resistance.)
Lightning Storm
Flip a coin. If tails, put 2 damage counters on Raichu.
Battle stats
- Weakness
- Fighting ×2
- Retreat cost
- —
- Attacks
- 2
Raichu price analysis
What drives the current market value of Raichu #27.
By print variant, TCGplayer lists Reverse Holofoil ($149.99), Normal ($111.60) — 2 versions in total.
At $149.99 this is a high-end card where auction results and the specific variant — not daily listings — set the value.
$149.99 places Raichu in investment territory; watch auction records and variant rarity rather than day-to-day asks.
In EUR, Raichu trends at €140.74 on Cardmarket (avg sold €245.87, lowest NM €59.00).
Raichu price history & movement
Recent sales average €151.60 over 7 days versus €142.44 over 30 days, so the card is heating up (+6.4%).
Latest daily average €119.99 against a trend price of €140.74.
Raichu has been tracked here for 4 days, ranging from $108.73 to $149.99; the latest value sits at 100% of that recorded range — at the high end of the band.
Daily moves average a volatility of 15.6%, and the largest peak-to-trough drawdown recorded is 0%.
Cardmarket averages
Price fingerprint
Built from CardLedger's own daily snapshots · 4 days tracked · latest
Real recorded values from our daily TCGplayer snapshots — not estimates or back-filled history. Methodology
How much would you net selling Raichu?
Model the real take-home on a [object Object] sale across eBay, TCGplayer, Cardmarket and direct — fees and shipping included.
On a $149.99 sale, the take-home differs by platform: about $129.82 via eBay's default tier, $130.57 on TCGplayer, $142.14 on Cardmarket, $133.34 on Whatnot and $149.99 selling directly — a $20.17 spread after fees and typical shipping.
High-fee marketplaces reach the biggest buyer pool, while direct and low-commission routes keep more margin but move slower — adjust the widget below for your own shipping and price.
Your sale
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Modelled on each marketplace's default seller tier with your shipping input. Net payout = sale price − selling fees − outbound shipping. Fee figures are estimates (last reviewed October 15, 2026) and vary by category, account status and payment method — confirm current rates with the marketplace. Open the full seller fee calculator to model account tiers and buyer-paid shipping.
Should you grade Raichu?
Model the break-even and PSA 9 vs PSA 10 profit on grading Raichu #27 against today's raw market value.
Grading plan
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Both-way postage plus declared-value insurance.
Estimated graded values below are a transparent starting point based on the raw price band — edit them with real graded comps before deciding.
At $149.99 raw and $40.00 all-in grading cost, a PSA 10 nets $416.73 versus selling raw, a PSA 9 nets $116.59. You need a graded sale of $195.97 to break even on grading.
At your stated grade odds the expected profit is $189.14 (99.6% return on cost basis).
Grading costs, turnaround and grade outcomes vary by service and card. The estimated PSA 9 and PSA 10 values are heuristics, not predictions — always sanity-check against recent graded sold listings before committing. This is a modelling tool, not financial advice.
Raichu within Skyridge
Raichu ranks #53 of 170 tracked Skyridge cards by market value, against a set median of $88.24.
Relative to the set median it is a premium pick, placing it in the top 69%.
The set's top card is Charizard (#146), valued at $2,999.99.
What makes Raichu valuable
- Raichu is a Lightning card with 80 HP, so demand comes from both collectors and players.
- Raichu comes from the classic era (2003), giving it a stable collector base with no new printings.
- At Rare rarity, Raichu is widely available — its value comes from playability and condition.
- Yuka Morii illustrated this card, which adds appeal for artist-focused collectors.
- At $149.99 it is liquid enough to sell on major marketplaces, and its thin supply status means buyers compete for clean copies.
Buying & selling Raichu
- Skyridge was released in 2003; sealed product from this era is limited, so raw singles appreciate with collector demand.
- Check sold listings rather than asking prices — the Reverse Holofoil market of $149.99 reflects actual transactions on TCGplayer.
- Track the Cardmarket 7- and 30-day averages (€151.60 and €142.44) to time entries and exits.
- Bulk lots of Raichu can hide condition issues; inspect edges and holo surfaces before paying near the — high.
- Because it is a Pokémon card, Raichu has both collector and player demand — a broader buyer pool than purely collectible cards.
Raichu value questions
How much is Raichu worth?
Raichu trades near $149.99 on TCGplayer (Reverse Holofoil), ranging $129.99–—; Cardmarket shows €140.74.
Will Raichu hold its value?
Short-term momentum is rising (+6.4%). Older print runs tend to be more defensive holds.
Is Raichu rare?
Raichu is a Rare card from Skyridge (E-Card series, 2003). It sits in a common-to-mid rarity tier, so condition and variant matter more than raw scarcity.
What print variants exist for Raichu?
TCGplayer tracks 2 printings: Reverse Holofoil ($149.99), Normal ($111.60). Prices differ between variants, so always confirm which one you own or are buying.
Where can I buy or sell Raichu?
The main marketplaces are TCGplayer (USD), Cardmarket (EUR) and eBay. Current TCGplayer market is $149.99. When selling, compare net proceeds after fees — eBay and TCGplayer typically charge 9–13%, while direct sales carry lower or no fees.
What drives Raichu's value?
Four factors dominate: the Rare rarity tier, the classic-era E-Card set pedigree, playability (Pokémon, Lightning), and condition. Artwork by Yuka Morii also matters to collector demand.
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