The 1999 Pokémon Flying Pikachu promo card (#25) from the Wizards Black Star Promos series, featuring a Lightning-type Basic Pokémon with distinct flight abilities.
Flying Pikachu
1999 • Pokémon • Wizards Black Star Promos
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Flying Pikachu, designated as card number 25 in the 1999 Wizards Black Star Promos series, represents a unique evolution of the franchise's most recognizable Electric-type. Illustrated by Toshinao Aoki, this Basic Pokémon card carries 40 HP and utilizes the Lightning type to execute specific attacks in battle. The card features the Lightning Thundershock attack, which has a chance to Paralyze the Defending Pokémon, and the Colorless Fly attack, which offers strategic protection against incoming damage during the opponent's next turn if a coin flip is successful. As a promotional release, this card holds significant appeal for Pokémon TCG collectors seeking to complete the Wizards Black Star Promos subset. Its status as a promo item distinguishes it from standard base set releases, making it a valuable addition for those focused on set completion or specific character variants. Whether used for nostalgic collection purposes or as a centerpiece for a specialized Pikachu collection, this card remains a distinctive entry in the 1999 trading card landscape.
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Featured Subject
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Featured
Flying Pikachu
Game
Pokémon
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Promo
Toshinao Aoki
Card Stock
English
40
Lightning
Basic
Fighting -30
1
25
Card Text
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Attack: Thundershock (10)
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Attack: Fly (30)
Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Flying Pikachu; if tails, this attack does nothing (not even damage).
By learning how to fly, Pikachu overcame its weakness to Fighting Pokémon.