2016 Pokemon Japanese XY Promo #231 Poncho Wearing Pikachu Rayquaza PSA 10
2016 Pokemon Japanese XY Promo #231 Poncho Wearing Pikachu Rayquaza PSA 10
Price: $82.00
Pikachu in a Rayquaza poncho from the Japanese XY Promo set, card #231, as a promo rarity, slabbed PSA 10. Yeah, this one’s got that quirky vibe where Pikachu’s dressed up like a mega dragon, complete with the green and black scales draped over its tiny frame.
The artwork shows Pikachu mid-stride, poncho flapping, with those big eyes peeking out—kinda reminds you of a kid in oversized rain gear, but make it legendary. It’s got that playful energy that fits the promo spirit.
On the card text: Lightning type, 60 HP. Ability is none, but attacks include Quick Attack for 20 damage (plus 10 more if you flip heads) and Thunderbolt for 50, though it discards all Energy attached. Simple moves, nothing too flashy, but they suit the fun theme.
This printing dropped in 2015 as part of the XY era’s Japanese promos, tied to the Mega Rayquaza hype from the games and anime. What stands out is how it blends Pikachu’s mascot status with Rayquaza’s sky-high power—part of a series where Pikachu rocks ponchos of different Megas, but this one’s got that emerald serpent edge. Released through special events and bundles in Japan, it wasn’t something you pulled from packs, which adds to its niche appeal among collectors who dig the crossover gimmicks.
In the slab, this PSA 10 shines with sharp corners and clean edges, no whitening or print defects. Centering looks spot-on, maybe 9.5/10 on all sides if you squint, giving it solid eye appeal under lights—those colors pop without any haze. Pop reports put PSA 10s for this specific promo around 80 or so last I checked, though numbers fluctuate with submissions. It’s not the most common sight in collections, especially outside Japan.
I’d stash this one in a display case next to other promo oddballs, just for the chuckle it brings every time you glance over.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Poncho-Wearing Pikachu (Rayquaza)
– Set: Japanese XY Promo #231
– Rarity: Promo
– Condition: PSA 10
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