The 2003 Sandstorm release featuring Pichu (No. 20), a Lightning-type Basic Pokémon card known for its distinct Baby Evolution ability and energy retrieval attack.
Pichu
2003 • Pokémon • Sandstorm
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As a Basic Pokémon, this card serves as a foundational piece for collectors interested in the early 2000s TCG era, particularly those tracking the lineage of Pikachu's pre-evolution. Illustrations by Naoyo Kimura help define the visual identity of the Sandstorm expansion, making cards from this series significant for vintage enthusiasts. Pichu is classified as a Lightning-type with 40 HP, offering gameplay utility through its ability, Baby Evolution. This allows a player to evolve Pichu into Pikachu during their turn, simultaneously removing all damage counters from the newly evolved Pokémon. This mechanic provides strategic value in deck building, allowing for quick recovery and setup. Additionally, the attack Lightning Energy Retrieval enables players to search their discard pile for up to two basic Energy cards, attaching them to one of their Pokémon with a damage counter penalty. For investors and completists, securing this card is a key step in assembling a complete Sandstorm collection. The card remains a notable entry for those studying the design evolution of the Pokémon Trading Card Game during the Game Boy Advance era.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Pichu
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Rare
Naoyo Kimura
Card Stock
English
40
Lightning
Basic
Fighting ×2
1
172
Card Text
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Ability: Baby Evolution
Once during your turn (before your attack), you may put Pikachu from your hand onto Pichu (this counts as evolving Pichu) and remove all damage counters from Pichu.
Attack: Energy Retrieval
Search your discard pile for up to 2 basic Energy cards and attach them to 1 of your Pokémon. Put 1 damage counter on that Pokémon for each Energy card attached in this way.