Hajime Kusajima
Hajime Kusajima is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2018, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases. The work favors vibrant, contrasting color with playful, energetic moods, using balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action clear and readable.
“The Muk card from the Aquapolis set presents a moment where the Pokémon seems to ooze through a dimly lit, industrial environment, surrounded by metallic structures and pipes. Its purple, sludge-like body contrasts sharply with the stark, mechanical backdrop, evoking a sense of both menace and intrigue. The scene captures Muk's heavy presence as it navigates its surroundings, embodying the essence of a creature that thrives in the muck and grime. This snapshot invites the viewer to consider the life of Muk in a wor”
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Burning Sludge
Flip a number of coins equal to the amount of Grass Energy attached to Muk. If any of them are heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned and Burned.
