Raichu in 2026: Base Set Holo, Tag Team GX, and Every Collector Entry Point
By Dexhaul Team · August 25, 2026
Raichu sits in an unusual spot in Pokémon collecting: Pikachu's evolution, a vintage holo rare, and the only Pokémon to anchor a same-species Tag Team GX card.
Three things make Raichu worth serious attention in 2026. The Base Set 14/102 holo is rarer and pricier than most vintage Pikachu prints: Raichu was a holo rare while Pikachu's early cards were commons and uncommons.
The Sun & Moon GX era produced the only Tag Team GX card in the game to pair two regional forms of the same Pokémon species. And Alolan Raichu's psychic typing led to entirely separate sealed products that never crossed with the standard Lightning-type line.
Here is every collector entry point in 2026, from a $7 Classic Collection holo to a $258 Hidden Fates sealed tin.
The Base Set Foundation: 14/102 Holo
The Raichu 14/102 holo rare from the original 1999 Base Set is the natural starting point. It comes in three variants: 1st Edition (rarest, identifiable by the stamp on the left side), Shadowless (printed slightly before the standard Unlimited run, distinguishable by a thinner right-side shadow on the card art box), and Unlimited (the most available).
Unlimited copies in lightly played to near-mint condition currently run $57 to $75 from independent shops, depending on centering and surface wear. Shadowless copies command a meaningful premium over Unlimited at equivalent grades. If you are building a vintage Raichu TCG collection, an Unlimited 14/102 in near-mint is the anchor purchase.
One practical note: Base Set 2 (released in 2000) reprinted Raichu as card 16/130. Base Set 2 copies carry less collector demand because the set was specifically designed for wider distribution, and they lack the original print's historical significance. Pay attention to the set number when buying; a Base Set 2 copy will typically sell for less than an equivalent-condition Base Set original.
The GX Era: Hidden Fates and the SM90 Promo
The Sun & Moon series gave Raichu two notable GX entries. The SM90 Raichu GX promo is the accessible one: a foil promo single available from independent shops for around $9.50, it serves as a clean mid-tier card for collectors who want a GX without the sealed-product price tag.
The bigger prize is Hidden Fates, released in August 2019. Hidden Fates became one of the most beloved Sun & Moon sets for its Shiny Vault subset and the Raichu GX card carried enough demand to spawn its own dedicated tin. Factory-sealed Hidden Fates Raichu GX tins now trade between $200 and $258 from independent merchants, reflecting the set's sustained collector interest years after print.
If sealed is not the goal, the Hidden Fates Raichu GX single ($9.50 for the SM90 promo equivalent) is the sensible alternative. The tin premium reflects the sealed packaging and the full booster pack contents, not just the promo card itself.
The Tag Team GX: The Only Same-Species Pairing in the Game
This is Raichu's most distinctive TCG milestone.
The Unified Minds set (SM11, released August 2019) introduced the Tag Team GX mechanic, which paired two Pokémon on a single card. Every other Tag Team GX in the game paired two distinct Pokémon species. The Raichu & Alolan Raichu GX (54/236) is the only Tag Team GX card to pair two regional forms of the same Pokémon: Kantonian Raichu (Lightning type) and Alolan Raichu (Psychic type) share the card, two versions of one species.
The standard Ultra Rare version (54/236) runs around $30 from independent shops in the US. A full-art Ultra Rare variant also exists and trades at a higher price point.
For collectors building a complete Raichu TCG set, this card is the linchpin of the GX era. Its thematic distinctiveness, pairing two forms of one Pokémon rather than two unrelated species, makes it a genuinely interesting centerpiece for a Raichu binder.
Alolan Raichu and the Sun & Moon Sealed Product
Alolan Raichu flipped the script entirely.
Introduced in Pokémon Sun and Moon, Alolan Raichu evolves from a Pikachu in the Alola region and emerges as a Psychic type rather than the standard Lightning. It surfs on its own psychically generated energy, a detail that has made it a fan favorite for its visual personality. The type change also means Alolan Raichu occupies a completely separate TCG space from standard Raichu: different type, different decks, different collection path.
The Pokémon TCG Alolan Raichu Figure Collection shipped during the Sun & Moon series with a sculpted figure, a promo card, and booster packs. Factory-sealed copies now sit at $192 from independent shops. For sealed collectors, this remains the definitive standalone Alolan Raichu product from the era.
Plush: The Price Ladder from $17 to $56
The plush market covers a wider range than you might expect for a Pokémon that lives in Pikachu's shadow.
At the entry tier, a standard 12-inch Raichu plush (Jazwares format) runs $16.99 from US-based shops. The San-Ei All Star Collection PP79 is the step up: a Pokémon Center–quality sculpt with accurate proportions and detailed fur texture, available in the small size for $21. Larger Sanei versions in the 7-inch range reach $44.99, and Japan-exclusive All Star Collection editions without US distribution sit around $29.99.
At the top of the plush market sits the Mega Raichu Y plush from Ichiba Japan at $56. This is a Pokémon Center Japan release covering Raichu's Mega Evolution form, which received almost no merchandise outside Japan. If you want Mega Raichu on a shelf, this is essentially the only option available through independent shops.
Funko Pops: Two Forms, Two Numbers
Raichu has two Funko Pop releases, and the distinction matters for completionists.
The original Raichu Funko Pop is number 645, covering the standard Kantonian form. It sells for $9.99 to $15 depending on seller and condition, making it one of the more accessible Pokémon Funko releases. Alolan Raichu #1011 followed as a distinct figure: the surfboard-riding psychic form in its own sculpt, running $11 to $13.99 from independent shops.
Neither carries a significant aftermarket premium right now; both are findable at close to their original retail price.
Where to Start Based on Your Budget
Under $15
The Raichu GX SM90 promo single ($9.50) or the Funko Pop #645 ($9.99) both deliver a named Raichu item without a significant commitment. The XY Evolutions Raichu (EVO 36/108) is available as low as $3.40 for players who want a functional Lightning-type card.
$15 to $75
The San-Ei All Star Collection plush ($21) and the Raichu & Alolan Raichu GX Tag Team single ($30) are the two strongest purchases in this range. The Base Set 14/102 Unlimited holo tops the bracket at $57 to $75 and is the piece most Raichu TCG collectors start with.
Above $75
The Alolan Raichu Figure Collection sealed ($192) and the Hidden Fates Tin ($200 to $258) are the premium sealed options. Both represent set-era sealed product with sustained collector demand: the former for Alolan Raichu specifically, the latter for Hidden Fates as a set.
Search DexHaul for Raichu to compare the full range from independent shops: TCG singles from $3.40, plush from $17, Funko Pops from $9.99, and sealed products up to $258. Prices and availability vary by merchant. DexHaul is independent and unofficial, with no affiliation with Nintendo, Game Freak, or The Pokémon Company.