The Raikou #16 Holo Rare card from the 2007 Pokémon Secret Wonders series, a distinctive Lightning-type collectible for dedicated fans.
Raikou
2007 • Pokémon • Secret Wonders
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Released in 2007 as part of the Pokémon Secret Wonders series, card number 16 features Raikou, the legendary Beast of Thunder. This Holo Rare card is a staple for collectors building out the Secret Wonders subset, offering a tangible connection to the third generation of the franchise's expanding lore. Designed by artist Ryo Ueda, the card identifies Raikou as a Basic Pokémon with 80 HP, appealing to both nostalgic players and modern investors in vintage TCG assets. For enthusiasts of Pokémon trading card game history, this release represents a pivotal era of design and mechanics. Raikou’s gameplay revolves around its Lightning type, utilizing abilities that interact with Energy attachment and attacks that scale with discarded cards. The product maintains high interest among set builders who prioritize low-numbered legendary cards. Including this piece in your collection supports the ongoing appreciation of early 2000s Pokémon card production values and character design.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Raikou
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Holo Rare
Ryo Ueda
Card Stock
English
Holo
80
Lightning
Basic
Fighting +20
Metal -20
2
243
Card Text
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Ability: Thunder Rumble
Once during your turn (before your attack), when you attach a Lightning Energy card from your hand to Raikou, you may put 1 damage counter on 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon.
Attack: Thunder Climb (50+)
Discard 3 cards from the top of your deck. This attack does 50 damage plus 10 more damage for each Lightning Energy card you discarded. Then, attach those Lightning Energy cards to 1 of your Pokémon.
It is said to have fallen with lightning. It can fire thunderbolts from the rain clouds on its back.