Being one of the most notable and arguably 's primary mascot, Pikachu is the face of a large amount of new merchandise every year, including plush lineups. One of the recently popular lines, Cosplay Pokémon, showcases Pikachu showing off various adorable costumes that first made their appearance in the Gen 6 games and .
While a lot of these plush releases are not only exclusive, they tend to sell out quickly. A notable example is 2024's Heartwarming Christmas Pikachu, which was arguably the cutest Pikachu plush released to date and was sold out almost immediately. That being said, The Pokémon Center has no shortage of new Pikachu plushes to choose from at any given time.
One of the options for the new Cosplay Pokémon lineup is a 9 1/4" Pikachu sporting the Rock Star aesthetic based on the legendary Cosplay design from Gen 6. While this Poke Plush isn't as cute as some others, it is a unique look for Pikachu that may feel nostalgic for those who caught this variation in-game. Furthermore, it's rarer for the Pokémon plushes not to be seasonal or holiday-specific, making this one an exception that can be proudly displayed all year.
The Pokemon Center's new Pikachu Celebrations plush is ready to step in for their sleepy trainer, dressing up in business attire as an intern.
One specific detail to note as well, since it can be an important factor for some collectors and may throw off those who didn't play through Gen 6, is that this Pikachu plush features the female Cosplay Pikachu design. This means that it has a black, rounded, heart-tip-shaped tail rather than the traditional design, something that was unique in and .
There's no denying that Halloween Pokémon Plushes and items are among the most popular Pokémon Plushes, but not everyone is looking for something so on-the-nose for the holiday season, which is why this Fall Pikachu plush is perfect. While it does emanate some spooky seasonal energy, it definitely has a more overall Fall aesthetic, making it more likely
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