Description
Electrike 023/084 – Pitch Black ME05 – Base Common – Near Mint
Pokémon – Electrike – Pitch Black ME05 – 023/084 – Base Common – Near Mint is a Lightning‑type non‑foil base card from the 2026 Mega Evolution Era Pitch Black expansion. Electrike’s crouched sprint‑ready pose, neon‑green energy arcs and corrupted‑aura shading give it a sharper, more volatile look than its standard depictions. The ME05 aesthetic pushes its electric design into a high‑contrast, distortion‑charged style with warped light streaks and glowing highlights. As an early‑set Lightning‑type common, Electrike helps establish the fast‑tempo, high‑energy portion of the ME05 binder layout with crisp outlines, saturated greens and strong print clarity.
In tournament play, Electrike acts as a reliable early‑game tempo Pokémon for Lightning decks. Its low‑cost attacks allow players to apply chip damage, pressure evolving Pokémon and maintain board momentum while preparing mid‑range Lightning attackers. Electrike’s retreat cost and attack sequencing make it a dependable opener for decks that evolve into Manectric or pair with aggressive Lightning‑type strategies. While not a heavy hitter, Electrike’s role is to create early pressure, force opponent repositioning and support transitions into stronger Lightning‑type threats.
The artwork for Electrike 023/084 was illustrated by ME05 staff artist H. Kurobane, who leaned into the corrupted‑energy theme by emphasizing neon lightning distortion and warped shadow geometry. The industrial‑alley backdrop is tinted with green‑blue fracture lines to reflect the spreading ME05 aura. Kurobane used glowing rim highlights, streaked motion lines and subtle environmental warping to reinforce Electrike’s high‑speed, unstable presence. This stylistic direction fits perfectly with Pitch Black’s narrative of Pokémon being altered by corrupted energy.
Attributes Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Set | Pitch Black ME05 |
| Series | Mega Evolution (2026) |
| Card Number | 023/084 |
| Rarity | Common (Base) |
| Type | Lightning |
| Artist | H. Kurobane |
| Condition | Near Mint |
| Foil Type | Base (Non‑Foil) |
| Collector Use | Binder / Set Completion |
FAQ
1. Is this Electrike card authentic to the Pitch Black ME05 set Yes — Electrike 023/084 Base Common matches the official Pitch Black ME05 checklist exactly.
2. Why do collectors like Electrike from Pitch Black Its neon lightning arcs, sprint‑ready pose and corrupted‑energy shading give it a unique ME05‑style identity.
3. Is Electrike required for full base‑set completion Yes — it fills an early Lightning‑type slot in the ME05 binder layout.
4. What condition is this card in Near Mint — clean surface, sharp edges, no major scratches, dents or whitening.
5. Does this Electrike match official printed details Yes — the layout, attacks and shading match the Mega Evolution Era Pitch Black print run exactly.
6. Why is the Mega Evolution Era popular Collectors love the neon‑lit corrupted‑energy theme and dramatic art direction.
7. How does the base version compare to any holo variant The base version shows the artwork’s raw shading and neon accents without reflective interference.
8. Is Electrike good for themed binder pages Absolutely — perfect for Lightning‑type, speed‑theme and corrupted‑energy layouts.
9. What other Pitch Black cards pair well with Electrike Manectric, Luxio, Luxray, Ceruledge, Marshadow and other neon‑energy Lightning/Psychic/Ghost Pokémon.
10. Why do collectors complete base sets Base sets create clean, uniform binder pages and are required for full ME05 checklist completion.
