Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The Poliwhirl card captures a moment where this water-type Pokémon stands confidently, its round body and distinctive spiral pattern drawing attention. With its expressive eyes and slightly raised arms, Poliwhirl seems ready to engage, embodying a playful yet determined spirit. The background hints at a watery environment, suggesting a world where it thrives. This snapshot invites viewers to imagine the lively aquatic surroundings that Poliwhirl calls home.”
Editorial & Data
Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.
Amnesia
Choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon's attacks. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn.
Doubleslap
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage times the number of heads.
