Raichu is a Stage 1 Lightning-type Pokémon card with 90 HP. It is part of the Stormfront set from the Diamond & Pearl series, illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.…
Set: Stormfront
Number: 8/100
Rarity: Rare Holo
Set
About the Raichu Pokémon Card
Raichu is a Lightning-type Pokémon card with 90 HP from the Stormfront set, part of the Diamond & Pearl series. It carries the collector number 8/100 and is classified as Rare Holo. The Stormfront set was released on November 1, 2008.
Raichu Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Raichu
Card number: 8/100
Set: Stormfront
Series: Diamond & Pearl
Rarity: Rare Holo
Subtypes: Stage 1
Type: Lightning
HP: 90
Artist: Kagemaru Himeno
Release date: November 1, 2008
National Pokédex number: 26
Why Collect the Raichu Pokémon Card?
Raichu is a solid addition to the Stormfront 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 Pokémon Card
Raichu was illustrated by Kagemaru Himeno.
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 Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Raichu is about
7.29. Recent listings range from roughly
5.19 (low) to
40 (high), with a mid-point near $41.41. 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 Stormfront set has a median card value near $5.70 and an average near
2.92, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved -91% over the last 7 days and -92% 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 Stormfront set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Raichu Pokémon Card
Whether Raichu 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 Raichu Pokémon Card?
Rare Holo cards like Raichu are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Other Printings of Raichu
Raichu appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Skyridge H25 (around
52), Expedition Base Set 25 (around 00) and Fossil 14 (around
18).
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 Raichu Pokémon Card
The Raichu pokémon card is a Rare Holo card from the Stormfront set (Diamond & Pearl series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Stormfront set. Its current aggregated market price is about
7.29; the live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Raichu card from?
Raichu is from the Stormfront set (Diamond & Pearl series), numbered 8/100 with the Rare Holo rarity.
What rarity is the Raichu card?
Raichu is classified as Rare Holo.
How much is the Raichu 8/100 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
7.29, within a recent range of roughly
5.19 to
40. The live figure and full price history appear above on this page.
Is the Raichu 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 Raichu card?
Rare Holo cards like Raichu are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Stormfront set released?
The Stormfront set was released on November 1, 2008.
Are there other printings of Raichu?
Yes. Raichu appears on 50 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.
