Magnemite

Magnemite

Selected Masterpiece • 37/108
Market Price $0.33
Evolutions XY 2016
The Illustrator

Keiji Kinebuchi

Keiji Kinebuchi is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 1999 to 2018, with artwork appearing across Base, Gym, and XY-era releases. The work is marked by simple, clear compositions, playful cartoon-inflected forms, and vibrant yet often limited palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Magnemite floating in a dynamic scene, surrounded by streaks of electricity that hint at its electric abilities. Its metallic body gleams subtly, reflecting the energy around it, while the contrasting colors of its magnets add a playful touch to its otherwise serious demeanor. This snapshot captures a moment of potential energy, as if Magnemite is ready to unleash its Thunder Wave at any moment. The atmosphere feels charged and alive, embodying the essence of this unique Pokémon.”

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 Common
Card Type Lightning
Era
XY
Release
02/11/2016

Thunder Wave

Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Self-Destruct

50

This Pokémon does 50 damage to itself.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost