Cranidos

Cranidos

Selected Masterpiece • 46/127
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $3.19
Platinum 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 Cranidos card captures a moment of determination, showcasing the Pokémon with its distinctive blue and gray features set against a rugged landscape. Its gaze is focused, suggesting a readiness to face challenges in its ancient environment. The rocky terrain hints at its strength and resilience, embodying the spirit of a creature that has thrived for millions of years. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the raw energy and primal nature of Cranidos 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 Uncommon
Card Type Fighting
Era
Platinum
Release
11/02/2009

Rock Smash

20+

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

Knock Over

40

You may discard any Stadium card in play.

Weakness
+20
Retreat Cost