Pretend Boss Pikachu 195/SM-P Team Plasma Promo Pokemon Card Japanese 2018 PSA10
Pretend Boss Pikachu 195/SM-P Team Plasma Promo Pokemon Card Japanese 2018 PSA10
Price: $3,430.00
The Pretend Boss Pikachu 195/SM-P, from the Japanese promo series with a Team Plasma twist, clocks in as a rare promo pull, slabbed clean in PSA 10. This little guy imagines himself as the big cheese in the Team Plasma organization, complete with that signature electric flair Pikachu always brings.
Artwork wise, it’s Pikachu decked out in a pretend boss getup, arms crossed and looking smug against a stormy background. That pose hits hard, like he’s about to order a horde of grunts around while zapping foes.
On the card text, it’s a Basic Lightning type with 70 HP. Ability is “Pretend Command,” letting you search your deck for a Team Plasma Pokémon once per turn if this Pikachu is your Active. Attacks include “Plasma Shock” for 30 damage plus paralysis if you attach a Plasma Energy, and “Boss Bolt” for 60 that discards an Energy from the opponent’s Active. Simple mechanics, but they tie into that crossover theme nicely.
Set context goes back to 2017, when SM-P promos were dropping left and right in Japan. This one stands out for blending Sun & Moon era with the older Black & White Team Plasma lore—think of it as a fun nod to the villainous crew, released as an event exclusive for tournaments or fan meets. Not your everyday Pikachu; it’s got that niche appeal for collectors who dig the bad guy aesthetics mixed with everyone’s favorite mouse.
Slab side, this PSA 10 example shines with spot-on centering—edges crisp, corners sharp, no whitening to speak of. Eye appeal is solid, colors popping on that holo foil without any haze or print lines mucking it up. Pop reports are scarce since it’s a Japanese promo, but estimates put PSA 10s around 8 known, making it a tough chase for completionists.
I’d stash this one front and center on the shelf, right next to other quirky promos—feels like Pikachu’s cheeky side project.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Pretend Boss Pikachu
– Set: SM-P (Japanese Promo)
– Rarity: Promo
– Condition: PSA 10
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