Voltorb

Voltorb

Selected Masterpiece • 51/149
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $0.74
Boundaries Crossed Black & White 2012
The Illustrator

Ken Sugimori

Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“In this card, Voltorb is depicted in a lush, green forest, surrounded by dappled sunlight filtering through the trees. The Pokémon's round, red and white body contrasts with the natural hues around it, giving it a playful yet slightly ominous presence. Its expression suggests a readiness to spring into action, hinting at the electric energy contained within. This snapshot captures a moment of potential, where nature and electricity coexist.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Common
Card Type Lightning
Era
Black & White
Release
07/11/2012

Static Shock

10
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost