Wizards of the Coast Pokémon Promo Pikachu Card (No. 1)

This is a vintage Pokémon Trading Card Game collectible featuring the character Pikachu. It is a 'Black Star Promo' card, indicated by the black star symbol with the word 'PROMO' written across it on the right side of the card, just below the artwork frame. The card is printed on standard cardstock and features the classic yellow border synonymous with early Pokémon releases. The artwork by Mitsuhiro Arita depicts Pikachu sitting in a grassy, forested environment. It is a Basic Pokémon with 30 HP, listing the attacks Thundershock and Agility. The bottom copyright text reveals a date range of 1995, '96, '98, and 1999-2000, signifying it as a Wizards of the Coast era production. Regarding condition, the card exhibits significant 'Heavy Play' or 'Damaged' characteristics. There is visible edge wear (whitening), corner softening, and multiple dark stains or grime spots concentrated on the right-hand border and the lower text box area. Scratches are present on the card surface, and the overall centering appears slightly shifted to the left and bottom. This card was originally distributed through various promotions, including the Pokémon League and movie theater events in the late 1990s.