Question 1

What is the current market value of Raikou #79?

Accepted Answer

Raikou from Lost Thunder is currently trading around $1.27. Its 7-day movement is largely flat at +0.3%. Current value is elevated versus the 30-day mean ($1.23), by 3.4%. The 90-day window shows a floor near $1.01 and a peak around $1.28 (21% total spread), which maps to moderate-volatility movement. The listed rarity for this print is Rare.

Question 2

Is Raikou #79 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Current valuation lens: Over the last 7 days, prices have remained stable at +0.3%, indicating a consolidation phase over sudden breakouts. The 90-day range spans $1.01 to $1.28 (21% spread), which indicates moderate-volatility behavior. Versus the 30-day average ($1.23), the card is trading 3.4% higher. The clearest graded reference is PSA 9 at $30.19, or +2277% relative to raw.

Question 3

What is Raikou #79 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

In 2018, Lost Thunder introduced this print of Raikou. The printed flavor text states: "This rough Pokémon stores energy inside its body, then sweeps across the land, shooting off electricity." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Rare. Printed HP is 120. Energy typing is Lightning. Card subtype classification is Basic. Attack line includes "Lost Voltage". Weakness: Fighting. Resistance: Metal. Retreat cost is 2 energy. Within set composition, this rarity normally lands above common and uncommon print tiers.

Question 4

What are the alternative Raikou cards available?

Accepted Answer

Collectors tracking Raikou often benchmark it against other Raikou cards. The current sample spans 6 comparable cards from 6 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $0.15 and $48.30 (32100% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($12.44), this card is -90%. Notable alternatives include Raikou #HGSS19 (HGSS Black Star Promos) at $48.30, Raikou #55 (BREAKthrough) at $2.78, Raikou #48 (Mega Evolution) at $0.15, and Raikou #50 (Vivid Voltage) at $6.88.

Question 5

What set is Raikou #79 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

Lost Thunder entered circulation in 2018. Series classification for this set is Sun & Moon. Set size is 240 cards, which categorizes Lost Thunder as large. As of 2026, the set is 8 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Raikou (#79) is one of the Rare prints in this expansion.

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