Vespiquen E4

Vespiquen E4

Selected Masterpiece • 35/111
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $1.56
Rising Rivals Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

Kouki Saitou

Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Vespiquen, a regal bee Pokémon, hovering gracefully above a vibrant, hexagonal honeycomb. With its distinctive black and yellow coloring, it exudes a sense of authority and purpose, embodying the role of a protector in its hive. The background hints at a lush environment, suggesting a harmonious relationship with its surroundings. This moment captures the essence of Vespiquen as both a leader and a guardian, poised to support its allies.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Rare
Card Type Grass
Era
Platinum
Release
16/05/2009

Leaf Needle

30+

Flip a coin for each Grass Energy attached to Vespiquen E4. This attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each heads.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost