Curatorial Commentary
The card captures Pikachu in a serene moment, sitting comfortably in a lush green field. Its expression is one of contentment, with eyes closed and a slight smile, as if enjoying the warmth of the sun. A Poké Ball rests nearby, hinting at the adventures that await. This snapshot conveys a sense of peace and playfulness in Pikachu's world.
Essay · SWSH Black Star Promos
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Catalogue plate
№ SWSH039/307
Composition
StyleCartoonishPlayfulWhimsical
MoodCheerfulFriendlyLighthearted
CompositionBalancedDynamicFocused
PaletteBrightHarmoniousVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
60
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Fighting ×2
Retreat
Tail Whip
Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, the Defending Pokémon can't attack.
Pika Bolt
50
Authorship
More from Hitoshi Ariga
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
SWSH Black Star Promos, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Pikachu
The Pikachu canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
