Detective Pikachu is a Basic Lightning-type Pokémon card from the SM Black Star Promos series, identified by card number SM170. This holo promo features 90 HP and the attacks Lightning Scout and Surprise Attack.
2017 • Pokémon • SM Black Star Promos
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The Detective Pikachu trading card, designated as SM170, is part of the SM Black Star Promos series cataloged for 2017. As a Basic Pokémon card, it belongs to the Lightning type and possesses 90 Hit Points. This holo promo variation includes two distinct attacks: Lightning Scout, which requires three Colorless energy and allows the player to reveal their opponent's hand, and Surprise Attack, which costs three Colorless energy and involves flipping a coin for potential damage. Detective Pikachu evolves into Raichu and has a retreat cost of two Colorless energy. The card is identified by Pokédex number 25. Collectors seeking this promo card from the Pokémon TCG will find it listed with its official holo finish and promotional status.
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The catalog profile below summarizes the card identity, featured subject, and notable collectible traits.
The core identity of the card within the set.
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Featured
Detective Pikachu
Game
Pokémon
Rarity, print treatment, and game-specific stats for this card.
Promo
Card Stock
English
Holo
90
Lightning
Basic
Raichu
Fighting ×2
Metal -20
2
25
Abilities, attacks, oracle text, and flavor text printed on the card.
Attack: Scout
Your opponent reveals their hand.
Attack: Surprise Attack (80)
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
He loves to show off his vast knowledge. This expressive Pikachu is like a middle-aged man.
Notable collectible traits associated with this card profile.
FAQ
The card number for Detective Pikachu in the SM Black Star Promos series is SM170. It is also sometimes referenced by the set code PR-SM.
This version of Detective Pikachu features two attacks: Lightning Scout, which forces the opponent to reveal their hand, and Surprise Attack, an 80-damage move that depends on a coin flip.
Yes, Detective Pikachu evolves into Raichu. It is a Basic Pokémon card, meaning it can be played directly onto the battlefield without evolving from a previous stage.
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