Raichu is the evolved form of Pikachu, though many trainers choose to keep Pikachu unevolved due to its popularity. This Electric-type can discharge 100,000-volt lightning bolts and glows in the dark when fully charged. The card offered an alternative to Base Set's Raichu with different attacks and artwork. Despite being Pikachu's evolution, Fossil Raichu often lived in the shadow of its more famous pre-evolution, making it somewhat underappreciated among casual collectors.