Rare Pikachu Van Gogh Pokemon Card Stuns Museum Goers
Due to safety concerns, the Van Gogh Museum has ceased distribution of the Pikachu Van Gogh Pokemon card, ensuring the well-being of its staff and visitors Find out more about this precautionary measure
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The Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat promotional card has been pulled from Van Gogh Museum exhibit due to chaotic behavior of visitors trying to get their hands on it.
The special Pikachu card, which has become a highly sought-after item in the secondary market, will be made available in the future through Pokemon Center to customers who purchase over $30 worth of Pokemon Trading Card Game products. Collectors will either need to wait for the relaunch or pay a minimum of $100 to scalpers.
Due to issues arising from the collaboration between The Pokemon Company and the Van Gogh Museum, the Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat promotional card has been removed from the exhibit. The exhibition caused chaos among museum visitors as they eagerly sought to obtain the limited-edition Pokemon trading card.
The museum showcases a range of Pokemon artworks created in the style of Vincent van Gogh. From September 28, 2023, to January 7, 2024, enthusiasts of both Pokemon and art can travel to Amsterdam to witness pocket monsters such as Snorlax and Sunflora. Additionally, they can participate in educational events and engaging scavenger hunts. Visitors even have the opportunity to try their hand at drawing their very own Pikachu. Previously, upon completing the tour, visitors received a special commemorative trading card featuring the beloved Electric-type mouse mascot.
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Moreover, this card would have remained accessible for exhibition had it not been for the aggressive conduct exhibited by adult Pokemon enthusiasts. A Twitter video posted by deals_pokemon depicted visitors swarming a merchandise table, engaging in pushing and pulling, as well as mishandling artwork. Consequently, the museum decided to withdraw the Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat promotional card due to concerns for the safety of its visitors and staff. However, all other associated merchandise will remain accessible both online and in-store, provided they are still in stock. The Pokemon Company has expressed apologies for the swift sellouts.
In the near future, a select few will have the opportunity to obtain the sought-after card without having to resort to purchasing from scalpers. The official Pokemon Twitter account has made it known that the Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat trading card will be available at the Pokemon Center while supplies last. Customers who spend over $30 on Pokemon Trading Card Game products will have a chance to receive this card free of charge. Although there is no confirmed relaunch date for the card, the account advises those interested to follow the official email and social media pages for updates. The Van Gogh Museum website states that participating retailers in the Netherlands will have access to this card in early 2024, but it will not be available at the museum.
Pikachu is a prominent figure in various sets of trading cards, most recently being featured in the Generation 1 celebration known as Pokemon TCG: Scarlet and Violet - 151. Apart from its artistic value, the trading card can also be used in the Pokemon TCG. This 85th promotional card possesses the typical Electric-typing, has 60 Health Points, requires one energy to retreat, and exhibits a weakness to Fighting-type attacks. Its sole attack, Pika-Portrait, enables users to search their deck for another Pikachu card and place it on their bench. However, the competitive usability of this particular Pikachu is limited, as it cannot evolve unless a new card is created that lists Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat as its pre-evolution. Other cards such as Nest Ball and Ultra Ball offer a more efficient way to search for a Pikachu or Pikachu ex without relying on an attack.
The special Pikachu is highly sought after by collectors, who may need to wait for its relaunch or pay at least $100 to scalpers. Furthermore, only individuals aged 19 and above are required to pay a mere 20 euros to enter the museum, resulting in the secondary market profiting significantly from this single card. Additionally, the Pokemon TCG Classic set has experienced a threefold increase in price on eBay, indicating a surge in demand for recent releases. It remains uncertain whether the card will be accessible or playable in the Pokemon Trading Card Game Live.
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Source: SoraNews24
