Pikachu ex

Market outlook

Rising Outlook 8/10

56.5% price increase in last 30 days, 8th most trending Pokémon card, strong collector interest in Pikachu SIR from hyped special set[2].

Next months. Continued rise next 3-6 months as graded 10 pops increase and set meta settles.

Long term. Strong 1-3 year hold due to franchise icon status and special set scarcity.

History

Pikachu is the iconic Electric-type Pokémon and mascot of the Pokémon franchise, first introduced in Pokémon Red and Green (1996). As a Pikachu ex, this card features an enhanced 'ex' version with boosted stats and attacks, depicted in a Special Illustration Rare artwork from the Ascended Heroes set, inspired by Pokémon Legends Z-A themes including Mega evolutions[1][7][8].

First released in the Pokémon TCG set Ascended Heroes (English) on January 30, 2026, originating from Japanese sets like Start Deck 100 Battle Collection and Mega Dream X[1][7].

• This is a Spanish-language variant (SIR) with Teracristal special stamp, numbered 277/217, a secret rare beyond the base 217 cards[1][4].
• Features 200 HP Basic Lightning-type Pokémon ex with Thunderbolt attack for 120 damage[3][8].
• Part of a special 2026 set with many reprints but competitive Mega Pokémon ex cards[6][7].

Rarity and print run

Tier

Secret Rare

Print run

Low

First printed in

Ascended Heroes (ME: Ascended Heroes)

Demand

High

Supply

Low

• Special Illustration Rare (SIR) as secret card 277/217 beyond base set[1].
• Teracristal stamp and Spanish language variant limit availability[4].
• Low print run for special 2026 set with many reprints but chase cards[7].

Collector notes

Condition. Check for centering issues, edge wear, surface scratches on holo foil pattern, print defects like missing texture, and corner dings common in Special Illustration Rares; Teracristal stamp prone to chipping[1][4].

Storage. Use semi-rigid top loaders or magnetic holders with sleeves; store in cool, dry place away from sunlight to prevent foil oxidation; avoid stacking without dividers.

Authenticity. Verify holographic pattern matches official cosmic holo foil; check card number 277/217 and Spanish text alignment; use UV light for foil authenticity; compare to official database images; beware reprints from promo-like packs[1][3][6].