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2003 EX Sandstorm (2003 Copyright, w/ "e" Symbol) English Holo Raichu ex #98
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This 2003 Pokémon EX Sandstorm Raichu ex #98 is graded a Mint 9 by PSA, offering a clean, well-preserved look at one of the early EX era's standout ultra rares. Designed by illustrator Ryo Ueda, the artwork captures Raichu charging up within a crackling lightning sphere, framed by the era's signature gold-and-tan speckled holographic borders. EX Sandstorm was the second main expansion of the EX Era, cementing the franchise's transition to Nintendo's publishing and introducing the high-risk, high-reward 'ex' mechanic—noted by the rule printed on the card requiring opponents to take two Prize cards when it is knocked out. This Stage 1 card features the heavy-hitting Mega Thunderbolt attack, which inflicts 120 damage in exchange for discarding all attached Energy. With a current PSA 9 population of 469, this piece provides an excellent balance of scarcity and nostalgia for collectors tracking down foundational cards from the early-2000s era.Show more
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