Jungle Set Appraisal

Raichu (Jungle Set) Pokémon Trading Card

This item is a vintage Pokémon trading card featuring the character Raichu, specifically from the Jungle expansion set. The card is presented within a clear plastic protective sleeve, suggesting it is part of a collection and has been handled with some care. The primary colors are yellow for the border and a vibrant holographic background for the illustration, which depicts Raichu, a brown, mouse-like Pokémon, with black stripes, large ears, and a lightning bolt-shaped tail. The card's typography is clear and legible, indicating its 'Stage 1' evolution from Pikachu, its name 'Raichu', and its '90 HP' combat power. The attack, 'Gigashock', is detailed, outlining its effect ('Choose 3 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon and this attack does 10 damage to each of them. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) If your opponent has fewer than 3 Benched Pokémon, do the damage to each of them.') along with a damage value of '30'. Below this, the card lists its 'weakness', 'resistance', and 'retreat cost'. A flavor text describing Raichu is also present: 'Its long tail serves as a ground to protect itself from its own high voltage power. LV. 45 #26'. The copyright information, '©1995, 96, 98 Nintendo, Creatures, GAMEFREAK. ©1999 Wizards.', is visible at the bottom, confirming its origin from the Wizards of the Coast era, and it is identified as card number '29/62'. The overall condition appears to be relatively good, with some minor surface wear visible on the holographic area, common for cards of this age, but no apparent major creases or tears. The edges and corners show minimal signs of wear. This particular card is noteworthy as it is a holographic card from one of the early and highly sought-after Pokémon sets.