Cryogonal

Cryogonal

Selected Masterpiece • 46/149
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $1.2
Boundaries Crossed Black & White 2012
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 Cryogonal card captures a serene moment in a cold, mountainous landscape, where the crystalline Pokémon hovers gracefully among the frosty surroundings. Its geometric form reflects the light, creating a subtle shimmer that enhances the chill of the environment. The backdrop of rugged cliffs and a misty atmosphere adds a sense of isolation, as if Cryogonal is both guardian and inhabitant of this frigid realm. In this snapshot, the Pokémon seems to embody the very essence of winter, quietly observing its domain.”

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 Uncommon
Card Type Water
Era
Black & White
Release
07/11/2012

Ice Edge

20+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost