Question 1

What is the current market value of Pikachu #SM86?

Accepted Answer

For Pikachu in SM Black Star Promos, the current reference price is $22.06. Price action is stable over 7 days, moving only +0.3%. Current pricing is broadly aligned with its 30-day average ($21.77). Its 90-day trading band runs between $16.98 and $22.06, producing a 23% range and moderate-volatility behavior. Rarity classification for this copy is Promo.

Question 2

Is Pikachu #SM86 a good investment or collectible?

Accepted Answer

Pricing context for collectors: The latest week is near flat (+0.3%), suggesting consolidation rather than breakout behavior. With a 23% 90-day spread ($16.98-$22.06), this card currently tracks as moderate-volatility. Relative to the 30-day baseline ($21.77), pricing is near equilibrium. Top-grade copies show substantial separation from raw: PSA 10 is pricing +9438% above the current raw benchmark. PSA 9 is currently around $223.91, while PSA 10 is $2104.04.

Question 3

What is Pikachu #SM86 and what makes it special?

Accepted Answer

Pikachu is a SM Black Star Promos card from the 2017 release window. The printed flavor text states: "A plan was recently announced to gather many Pikachu and make an electric power plant." Its card type is Pokémon. The rarity label is Promo. Printed HP is 60. Energy typing is Lightning. This gives collectors a clear identity footprint for the print. Card subtype classification is Basic. Attack line includes "Tail Whap" and "Spark". It has a weakness to Fighting and resistance to Metal. The retreat cost for this card is 1. This print follows its listed rarity designation in set checklists and pricing references.

Question 4

What are the alternative Pikachu cards available?

Accepted Answer

A wider Pikachu checklist helps contextualize this specific Pikachu print. This comparison sample includes 6 alternatives across 4 sets. In this sample, pricing ranges between $23.83 and $70.84 (197% total span). Relative to the alternative average ($47.35), this card is -53%. Notable alternatives include Pikachu #27 (Wizards Black Star Promos) at $23.83, Pikachu #26 (Wizards Black Star Promos) at $70.84, Pikachu #1 (Wizards Black Star Promos) at $31.63, and Pikachu #RC7 (Legendary Treasures) at $60.48.

Question 5

What set is Pikachu #SM86 from, and when was it released?

Accepted Answer

SM Black Star Promos was released in 2017. SM Black Star Promos is grouped under the Sun & Moon era. With 250 listed cards, this is a large set by modern TCG standards. As of 2026, the set is 9 years old and now falls into an established back-catalog period. Pikachu (#SM86) is one of the Promo prints in this expansion.

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