The catalog details for Lt. Surge's Raichu, card 11 from the 2000 Pokémon Gym Challenge set. A sought-after Holo Rare for collectors of early Pokémon TCG.
Lt. Surge's Raichu
2000 • Pokémon • Gym Challenge
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Description
Lt. Surge's Raichu stands as a notable entry in the 2000 Pokémon Gym Challenge set, bearing card number 11 and marked as a Holo Rare. Designed by Ken Sugimori, this Stage 1 Lightning Pokémon evolves from Lt. Surge's Pikachu and offers 80 HP for competitive play during its era. The card features two distinct attacks: Lightning Kerzap, which requires a coin flip to potentially deal significant damage plus an additional effect, and Thundertackle, a straightforward attack with a risk of self-damage if the coin flip fails. Collectors often seek this card to complete the Gym Challenge base set or to build vintage-themed decks. The holographic finish adds visual appeal, making it a favorite among those who appreciate the aesthetic of early 2000s trading card game releases. Whether you are a long-time fan or a new collector discovering the Gym Challenge series, this card represents a key piece of Pokémon TCG history.
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Card Details
The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
Catalog Profile
The core identity of the card within the set.
Featured Subject
The subject, team, league, and sport context tied to this card.
Featured
Lt. Surge's Raichu
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Holo Rare
Ken Sugimori
Card Stock
English
Holo
80
Lightning
Stage 1
Lt. Surge's Pikachu
Fighting ×2
2
26
Card Text
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Attack: Kerzap (20+)
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 damage plus 30 more damage to the Defending Pokémon and discard all Lightning Energy cards attached to Lt. Surge's Raichu. If tails, this attack does 20 damage.
Attack: Thundertackle (40)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, Lt. Surge's Raichu does 20 damage to itself.