Raichu GL 31 / 111 Pokemon Card from Rising Rivals Set

Raichu GL — Rising Rivals 31/111 Pokémon TCG card

Raichu GL is a Basic SP Pokémon card from the Rising Rivals set in the Platinum series. It has 80 HP and is a Lightning type. The card features artwork by…

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About the Raichu GL Pokémon Card

Raichu GL is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 80 HP from the Rising Rivals set, part of the Platinum series. It carries the collector number 31/111 and is classified as Rare. The Rising Rivals set was released on May 16, 2009.

Raichu GL Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Raichu GL

Card number: 31/111

Set: Rising Rivals

Series: Platinum

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Basic, SP

Type: Lightning

HP: 80

Artist: Kouki Saitou

Release date: May 16, 2009

National Pokédex number: 26

Why Collect the Raichu GL Pokémon Card?

Raichu GL is a solid addition to the Rising Rivals 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 Raichu GL Pokémon Card

Raichu GL 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 Raichu GL Pokémon Card

The current aggregated market price for Raichu GL is about $36.06. Recent listings range from roughly $37.99 (low) to

80 (high), with a mid-point near $55.99. 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 Rising Rivals set has a median card value near $6.74 and an average near $33.80, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +31% over the last 7 days and +19% 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 Rising Rivals set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.

Grading the Raichu GL Pokémon Card

Whether Raichu GL 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.

PSA has graded 83 copies of this card, of which 1 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 1.2%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.

How Rare Is the Raichu GL Pokémon Card?

Rare cards like Raichu GL are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 83 copies to date.

Final Thoughts on the Raichu GL Pokémon Card

The Raichu GL pokémon card is a Rare card from the Rising Rivals set (Platinum series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Rising Rivals set. Its current aggregated market price is about $36.06; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Frequently asked questions

What set is the Raichu GL card from?

Raichu GL is from the Rising Rivals set (Platinum series), numbered 31/111 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Raichu GL card?

Raichu GL is classified as Rare.

How much is the Raichu GL 31/111 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $36.06, within a recent range of roughly $37.99 to

80. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.

Is the Raichu GL card worth grading?

It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 83 copies so far, with about 1.2% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Raichu GL?

PSA has graded 83 copies, of which 1 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 1.2%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

How rare is the Raichu GL card?

Rare cards like Raichu GL are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.

When was the Rising Rivals set released?

The Rising Rivals set was released on May 16, 2009.