#50 Raichu - Silver Tempest (swsh12)
Raichu is a Lightning-type Pokémon with 120 HP, featuring a retreat cost of one Colorless energy. It appears in the Sword & Shield series, specifically the Silver Tempest set, released on November 11, 2022. The card is numbered 50 and classified as Uncommon rarity, marked with regulation code F. Its abilities include Ambushing Spark, which deals 40+ damage and adds 100 extra damage if the opponent used their VSTAR Power during the game, and Electric Ball, a more powerful attack requiring three energy costs. The card’s flavor text highlights its tail serving as a protective mechanism against its own high-voltage energy. Raichu has no resistances but is weak to Fighting-type attacks with double damage. The artwork is credited to artist Megumi Mizutani, and the card’s design reflects its electrical theme through its energy costs and attack mechanics.
Type
Pokémon
Rarity
Uncommon
Artist
Megumi Mizutani
Release Date
11/11/2022
Silver Tempest
Sword & Shield
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