Hippowdon E4

Hippowdon E4

Selected Masterpiece • 42/111
Market Price $1.11
Rising Rivals Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Hippowdon, a large, hippo-like Pokémon, emerging from a swirling cloud of sand. Its mouth is wide open, suggesting a moment of roaring or perhaps a playful display of strength. The surrounding environment feels dynamic and alive, with grains of sand caught in motion, hinting at the Pokémon's connection to its desert habitat. This snapshot captures Hippowdon's robust character, embodying both power and a sense of playfulness in its natural setting.”

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
16/05/2009

Bite and Crush

30+

Flip 2 coins. This attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each heads.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost