2022 POKEMON SWORD & SHIELD LOST ORIGIN #052 PIKACHU CGC 10

2022 POKEMON SWORD & SHIELD LOST ORIGIN #052 PIKACHU CGC 10

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Pikachu from Sword & Shield Lost Origin, the common rarity one, sitting pretty in a CGC 10 slab. This little guy’s got that classic vibe, but with a fresh twist in the artwork.

Speaking of which, the illustration shows Pikachu mid-leap, sparks flying everywhere, like it’s about to zap something off-screen. That dynamic pose just pulls you in, with those rosy cheeks and determined eyes—simple but effective.

On the card text side, it’s a Basic Lightning type with 70 HP. No Ability here, but attacks include Charge for searching your deck for up to two Lightning Energy and attaching them to Pikachu, and Thunderbolt that dishes out 50 damage while discarding all attached Energy. Straightforward kit for early-game setups, nothing too fancy, but it fits the Pikachu mold.

Lost Origin dropped in 2022 as part of the Sword & Shield era, pulling from the Japanese Lost Abyss set. What makes this printing stand out is its place in a set loaded with alternate arts and Radiant cards, yet this Pikachu keeps it grounded with a nod to the basics. It’s not the star of the show like some chase cards, but it’s a solid common that reminds you of Pikachu’s roots amid all the Giratina hype. The set’s theme revolves around lost zones and distortions, and this card slots right in without overcomplicating things.

Now, for the slab: CGC 10 means pristine all around—edges sharp as a knife, surface flawless, no whitening or print defects. Centering looks dead-on, probably 10/10 subs if it’s a perfect grade, giving it that eye appeal where the yellow border pops against the artwork. Pop reports for CGC on this one aren’t sky-high; I’d estimate under 100 in 10s based on what I’ve seen floating around collector circles, since most folks chase PSA for Pikachu stuff. Still, it’s a clean looker.

I’d stash this in a display case next to some vintage Pikas, just for the evolution feels.

Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Pikachu
– Set: Sword & Shield Lost Origin
– Rarity: Common
– Condition: CGC 10

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