Plusle

Plusle

Selected Masterpiece • 39/108
Artist Naoki Saito
Market Price $4.15
Dark Explorers Black & White 2012
The Illustrator

Naoki Saito

Naoki Saito has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards since 2010, with artwork appearing through 2025. Their illustrations span Black & White, XY, and Sun & Moon, and include Trainer cards. The work is marked by colorful, cartoonish character design, energetic moods, and balanced, dynamic compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Plusle in a lively scene near an airplane, its cheerful demeanor radiating positivity. With its bright colors and energetic pose, it seems to embody the spirit of joy, as if inviting onlookers to share in its excitement. The backdrop of the airport adds a sense of adventure, hinting at the journeys that await. This moment captures Plusle's essence as a source of encouragement and cheerfulness in its world.”

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
Black & White
Release
09/05/2012

Tag Draw

Shuffle your hand into your deck. Then, draw 4 cards. If Minun is on your Bench, draw 4 more cards.

Positive Ion

20+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 more damage.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost