Raikou 28 / 144 Pokemon Card from Skyridge Set

Raikou — Skyridge 28/144 Pokémon TCG card

Raikou is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon card from the Skyridge set, numbered 28. It has 70 HP and was illustrated by Mitsuhiro Arita. The card was released…

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About the Raikou Pokémon Card

Raikou is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 70 HP from the Skyridge set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 28/144 and is classified as Rare. The Skyridge set was released on May 12, 2003.

Raikou Pokémon Card Details

Card name: Raikou

Card number: 28/144

Set: Skyridge

Series: E-Card

Rarity: Rare

Subtypes: Basic

Type: Lightning

HP: 70

Artist: Mitsuhiro Arita

Release date: May 12, 2003

National Pokédex number: 243

Why Collect the Raikou Pokémon Card?

Raikou is a solid addition to the Skyridge 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 Mitsuhiro Arita.

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 $99.99. Recent listings range from roughly

00 (low) to ,998 (high), with a mid-point near
,599. 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 Skyridge set has a median card value near $69.99 and an average near

28, so this card sits below the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +15% over the last 7 days and +16% 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 Skyridge 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.

PSA has graded 559 copies of this card, of which 156 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 27.9%. 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 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.

Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 559 copies to date.

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 Neo Revelation 22 (around $48.17).

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 Skyridge set (E-Card series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Skyridge set. Its current aggregated market price is about $99.99; 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 Skyridge set (E-Card series), numbered 28/144 with the Rare rarity.

What rarity is the Raikou card?

Raikou is classified as Rare.

How much is the Raikou 28/144 card worth?

The current aggregated market price is about $99.99, within a recent range of roughly

00 to
,998. 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. PSA has graded 559 copies so far, with about 27.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.

What is the PSA population for Raikou?

PSA has graded 559 copies, of which 156 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 27.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.

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 Skyridge set released?

The Skyridge set was released on May 12, 2003.

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.