Raikou is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon card with 70 HP. It was illustrated by Kouki Saitou and is part of the POP Series 2 set, released in the mid-2000s…
Set: POP Series 2
Number: 3/17
Rarity: Rare
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About the Raikou Pokémon Card
Raikou is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the POP Series 2 set, part of the POP series. It carries the collector number 3/17 and is classified as Rare. The POP Series 2 set was released on August 1, 2005.
Raikou Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Raikou
Card number: 3/17
Set: POP Series 2
Series: POP
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Basic
Type: Lightning
HP: 70
Artist: Kouki Saitou
Release date: August 1, 2005
National Pokédex number: 243
Why Collect the Raikou Pokémon Card?
Raikou is a solid addition to the POP Series 2 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 Kouki Saitou.
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 $31.25. Recent listings range from roughly
7.99 (low) to $420 (high), with a mid-point near $35.00. 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 POP Series 2 set has a median card value near
7.35 and an average near
3.26, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -41% over the last 7 days and -20% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the POP Series 2 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 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 card from the POP Series 2 set (POP series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the POP Series 2 set. Its current aggregated market price is about $31.25; 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 POP Series 2 set (POP series), numbered 3/17 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Raikou card?
Raikou is classified as Rare.
How much is the Raikou 3/17 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about $31.25, within a recent range of roughly
7.99 to $420. 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 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 POP Series 2 set released?
The POP Series 2 set was released on August 1, 2005.
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.
