#14 Raichu - Fossil (base3)
Raichu is a Lightning-type Pokémon with 90 HP and a retreat cost of one Colorless energy. It features a single attack named Gigashock, which requires four Lightning energy to use and deals 30 damage. The attack targets three of the opponent’s Benched Pokémon, inflicting 10 damage to each, while ignoring their Weakness and Resistance. If the opponent has fewer than three Benched Pokémon, the damage is distributed among all of them. Raichu has a weakness to Fighting-type attacks with double damage. The card was released in the Base set as part of the Fossil series on October 10, 1999. Artist Mitsuhiro Arita designed the card, and its flavor text highlights the Pokémon’s ability to use its long tail as a grounding mechanism to manage its high-voltage power. The card’s number is 14 and is classified as a Rare Holo rarity. Its theme color is a warm beige, reflecting its electrical attributes and design aesthetic.
Type
Pokémon
Rarity
Rare Holo
Artist
Mitsuhiro Arita
Release Date
10/10/1999
Fossil
Base
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