Grotle

Grotle

Selected Masterpiece • 49/127
Market Price $2.71
Platinum 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 Grotle card captures a serene moment in nature, showcasing the Pokémon amidst tall grasses and gentle sunlight filtering through the leaves. With its vibrant green shell and expressive features, Grotle seems to embody a sense of calm and resilience, as if it is at home in its environment. The scene conveys a feeling of harmony, highlighting Grotle's role as a guardian of the forest, carrying fellow Pokémon on its back. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the simple beauty of nature and the connections w”

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 Grass
Era
Platinum
Release
11/02/2009

Absorb

30

Remove 1 damage counter from Grotle.

Razor Leaf

60
Weakness
+20
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost