The 2017 SM234 Pikachu holo promo from the SM Black Star Promos series is a distinctive Lightning-type Basic card featuring artwork by Naoki Saito.
Pikachu
2017 • Pokémon • SM Black Star Promos
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Released in 2017 as part of the SM Black Star Promos series, the SM234 Pikachu card stands out as a highly recognizable piece of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This Basic Lightning-type Pokémon features 60 HP and showcases artwork by Naoki Saito, capturing the electric mouse's classic design in a holographic finish. The card's gameplay centers on its "Colorless Find a Friend" attack, which allows players to search their deck for a Pokémon and add it to their hand, making it a functional tool for deck building during the Sun & Moon era. With a modest retreat cost of one Colorless energy and a "Gnaw" attack dealing 20 damage, this promo card balances utility with nostalgic appeal. Collectors often seek the SM234 variation for its distinctive holo treatment and its connection to the popular Pikachu character, making it a valuable addition for those completing the Black Star Promos set. Whether for competitive play or as a display piece, this card represents a key moment in the series' promotional history, appealing to fans who appreciate both the character's legacy and the set's unique design elements.
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Card Details
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Catalog Profile
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Pikachu
Game
Pokémon
TCG Attributes
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Promo
Naoki Saito
Card Stock
English
Holo
60
Lightning
Basic
Fighting ×2
Metal -20
1
25
Card Text
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Attack: Find a Friend
Flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for a Pokémon, reveal it, and put it into your hand. Then, shuffle your deck.
Attack: Gnaw (20)
It's in its nature to store electricity. It feels stressed now and then if it's unable to fully discharge the electricity.