Charmander

Charmander

Selected Masterpiece • 48/100
Market Price $22.12
The Illustrator

Atsuko Nishida

Atsuko Nishida has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 400+ cards. Across sets such as Gym Heroes, Expedition Base Set, and Skyridge, the work favors playful, character-forward staging with simple, balanced compositions and vibrant, pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Charmander, a small, orange Pokémon, joyfully exploring its surroundings. With its bright blue eyes and cheerful expression, it seems to embody the spirit of adventure, while its flickering tail flame adds a warm glow to the scene. The background features soft, grassy hills and a gentle sky, creating a serene atmosphere that invites curiosity. This moment captures the essence of a young Pokémon discovering its world.”

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 17, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Fire
Era
EX
Release
01/08/2006

Retaliate

10×

Does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Charmander.

Flame Tail

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost