Raikou SL9 / 95 Pokemon Card from Call of Legends Set
Raikou is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon with 90 HP. It is part of the Call of Legends set from the HeartGold & SoulSilver series, illustrated by Noriko…
- Set: Call of Legends
- Number: SL9/95
- Rarity: Rare Holo
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About the Raikou Pokémon Card
Raikou is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Call of Legends set, part of the HeartGold & SoulSilver series. It carries the collector number SL9/95 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Call of Legends set was released on February 9, 2011.
The card includes the flavor text: “A Pokémon that races across the land while barking a cry that sounds like crashing thunder.”.
Raikou Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Raikou
Card number: SL9/95
Set: Call of Legends
Series: HeartGold & SoulSilver
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Lightning
HP: 90
Artist: Noriko Hotta
Release date: February 9, 2011
National Pokédex number: 243
Why Collect the Raikou Pokémon Card?
Raikou is a solid addition to the Call of Legends set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Raikou Pokémon Card
Raikou was illustrated by Noriko Hotta.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Raikou Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Raikou is about $47.52. These figures are aggregated from marketplace data and change over time; the live price and full price history are shown above on this page.
For context, the Call of Legends set has a median card value near
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Call of Legends set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Raikou Pokémon Card
Whether Raikou is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
How Rare Is the Raikou Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Raikou are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Raikou
Raikou appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Neo Revelation 13 (around $500), Skyridge H26 (around $475) and Skyridge 28 (around $99.99).
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Raikou Pokémon Card
The Raikou pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Call of Legends set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Call of Legends set. Its current aggregated market price is about $47.52; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Raikou card from?
Raikou is from the Call of Legends set (HeartGold & SoulSilver series), numbered SL9/95 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Raikou card?
Raikou is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Raikou SL9/95 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $47.52. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Raikou card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
How rare is the Raikou card?
Rare Holo cards like Raikou are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Call of Legends set released?
The Call of Legends set was released on February 9, 2011.
Are there other printings of Raikou?
Yes. Raikou appears on 17 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.