Talk:Pikachu variants

Flying Pikachu in Pokémon Snap

I recall the Pikachu in Pokémon Snap was riding on a flying Zubat. I don't really think that counts as a 'Flying Pikachu', as Flying Pikachu don't need to rely on other Pokémon to fly. Unless there was something I missed... Mudkipchan 23:45, 29 May 2010 (UTC)

Read Pokémon Island Cave. I've never played Snap, but that seems to make sense on both how you missed it and how it works. --SnorlaxMonster 09:00, 31 May 2010 (UTC)

Other Pikachu Variants

Ritchie's Pikachu, Pikachutwo & Pikachu after eating the Pinkan berries should be listed here, they may only be minor, but if Spiky-Ear Pichu can be considered a Form, anything goes.Vuvuzela2010 14:44, 6 October 2010 (UTC)

But Spiky isn't on here... ^ht14 04:08, 7 October 2010 (UTC)

But they should be included. --SnorlaxMonster 11:07, 7 October 2010 (UTC)

I would argue against Pikachu after eating the Pinkan berries. That was a temporary aesthetic change, unlike Spiky-Eared Pichu, which naturally has that spiky ear. Pikachutwo can go on here. Ritchie's Pikachu is somewhat debatable (is it really different enough to qualify?), but I suppose it could go here too. --Andy^P_K^M_N 11:14, 7 October 2010 (UTC)

Shopping Pikachu

Should Shopping Pikachu be included in the Other section? It may seem ridiculous, but we list "Snow Pikachu", despite being an April Fools joke, and not actually existing anywhere in the Pokemon world. XVuvuzela2010X 21:44, 13 February 2011 (UTC)

There's a ridiculous amount of Pikachu Variant cards that it would be overkill. I do think it should be mentioned somewhere that the Trading Card Game recognizes variant Pikachu. —MasterKenobi 21:52, 13 February 2011 (UTC)

Pokémon Snap

I think we should add the other Pikachu Variants from Pokémon Snap in the "Other" section of the page. Pgj1997 18:01, 3 August 2011 (UTC)

I think they should have their own section; there is a lot of them. It should be more of a section for TCG variants. Wildgoose 20:25, November 22 (UTC)

Surfing Raichu

Now I know it doesn't need a separate page or whatever, but I think it should be noted that if a Raichu uses Surf (At least I know for sure with Battle Revolution) that it will go on the same surfboard Pikachu has even though Raichu is quite bigger. Is there a good place to put this? Trivia maybe? --Cj1227

Play vs. Sit

The page says that Pikachu on a stump plays on the stump, while the Pokémon Island Beach page says that they sit on the stump. So which one is it, play or sit (honestly it looks more like they stand on them then do anything else)? Pgj1997 (talk) 04:44, 5 July 2013 (UTC)

Fixing up the "Cosplay Pikachu" section

With ORAS now released, I wanted to make the section where it details Cosplay Pikachu a bit more detailed and less plain, starting with perhaps coloring the names of the moves she learns through changing costumes much like the Chinese version of the article. Superjustinbros. (talk) 20:40, 3 December 2014 (UTC)

Pokémon Center variants

Why don't we include the Pokémon Center's Pikachu of the month variants? Jdrawer (talk) 18:40, 24 July 2015 (UTC)

Pokemon Go variants

Shouldn't the promotional wild Pikachu from Pokemon Go appear here (Santa hat and Party hats)? As well as add a Pokemon Go part to the Pikachu with a cap section? TheFatPanda (talk) 15:26, 7 July 2017 (UTC)

Feel free to add them yourself. They probably haven't been added because people who know anything about them haven't bothered to do so yet. Pumpkinking0192 (talk) 15:48, 7 July 2017 (UTC)

Pokémon Yellow Special Feature: Surfing Pikachu & Pikachu's Beach Mini-game

Surfing Pikachu

How to Obtain: Players can obtain a Pikachu that knows the move Surf by winning the Master Ball division of the Pokémon Stadium game. This Pikachu can be transferred to Pokémon Yellow.
Purpose: With a Pikachu that knows Surf in Pokémon Yellow, players can access the special mini-game: Pikachu's Beach.
Pikachu's Beach Mini-game

Location: The mini-game can be accessed on Route 19.
How to Play:
Once you have the Surfing Pikachu, talk to the man standing by the beach on Route 19.
Players will control Pikachu as it surfs along waves, performing tricks and dodging obstacles.
The objective is to score as many points as possible.
Points are earned by doing tricks and jumps. Timing and execution are key.
Scoring:

Small Jump: 20 points
Big Jump: 50 points
360 Spin: 100 points
Obstacles: Hitting obstacles will deduct points from your total score.
Rewards:

High scores will earn players special in-game praise and might even have in-game NPCs acknowledge your skill.
Trivia:

This mini-game is exclusive to Pokémon Yellow and showcases one of the unique features the game brought to the original Pokémon trilogy. - unsigned comment from TomNeverwinter (talk • contribs)

This is already covered on the Surfing Pikachu page (which is linked as the main article from this page). --SnorlaxMonster 05:11, 12 September 2023 (UTC)

Unconfirmed

Pokémon Sword and Shield: Flying Pikachu was one of the variants available during the 2020 Pokémon anniversary event. It was distributed with a special code. In-Game Use:

Flying Pikachu functions like any other Pokémon that knows the move Fly. It can be used to fast-travel to any previously visited Pokémon Center or town/city. Trivia:

Flying Pikachu became a fan-favorite due to its unconventional move for a Pikachu and has been featured in various official Pokémon art and merchandise. The idea of Pikachu using balloons to fly has been depicted in various Pokémon media, including the Pokémon Trading Card Game. - unsigned comment from TomNeverwinter (talk • contribs)