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 card depicts Koga's Koffing floating in a whimsical cloud of purple gas, its cheerful expression contrasting with its toxic nature. It seems to be in the midst of a playful moment, perhaps preparing to unleash its signature smokescreen. The background hints at a vibrant world filled with motion, emphasizing Koffing's role as a mischievous character. This snapshot captures a blend of humor and danger, inviting viewers to appreciate the unique charm of this Poison Gas Pokémon.”
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Smokescreen
If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.
Obscuring Gas
Flip a coin. If heads, shuffle Koga's Koffing and all cards attached to it into your deck (after doing damage).
