Articuno

Articuno

Selected Masterpiece • 4/144
Market Price $55.27
Skyridge E-Card 2003
The Illustrator

Hajime Kusajima

Hajime Kusajima is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2018, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases. The work favors vibrant, contrasting color with playful, energetic moods, using balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action clear and readable.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Articuno card from the Skyridge set captures a serene moment as the majestic Pokémon glides gracefully through a tranquil, icy landscape. Its ethereal blue feathers blend seamlessly with the cool tones of the environment, creating a sense of harmony between the creature and its surroundings. The scene evokes a feeling of calmness, as if time has paused in this chilly realm. Articuno stands as a symbol of beauty and elegance amidst the stillness of winter.”

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.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Water
Era
E-Card
Release
12/05/2003

Freeze Solid

10

If there are any Water Energy cards in your discard pile, flip a coin. If heads, attach 1 of them to Articuno.

Ice Cyclone

50

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. If tails, this attack does 10 damage to each of your Pokémon in play. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost