Charizard

Charizard

Selected Masterpiece • 40/165
Market Price $175.94
Expedition Base Set E-Card 2002
The Illustrator

Hiromichi Sugiyama

Hiromichi Sugiyama is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2018, with 33 artworks recorded. Credits include Skyridge, Team Magma vs Team Aqua, and Expedition Base Set. The work favors vibrant color, clear focal staging, and energetic, playful motion.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Charizard card captures a moment of powerful presence, showcasing the Pokémon in mid-flight with its wings spread wide and flames flickering from its mouth. The background hints at a vibrant sky, suggesting a world filled with adventure and energy. Charizard's fierce expression conveys determination, as if it is ready to take on any challenge that comes its way. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the strength and spirit of Charizard in its element.”

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 Rare
Card Type Fire
Era
E-Card
Release
15/09/2002

Scorching Whirlwind

120

Flip 2 coins. If 1 of them is tails, discard 2 Energy cards attached to Charizard. If both are tails, discard all Energy cards attached to Charizard.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost