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.
“The Quilava card captures a moment of quiet intensity, showcasing the Pokémon poised in a natural setting, flames flickering along its back. Its sleek form suggests agility and readiness, while the surrounding foliage hints at a vibrant ecosystem. There’s an air of anticipation, as if Quilava is preparing for an encounter, embodying both the spirit of a fiery creature and the calm before a storm. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the balance between nature and the power that Quilava holds.”
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.
Smokescreen
If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.
Char
If the Defending Pokémon doesn't have a Char counter on it, flip a coin. If heads, put a Char counter on it. A Char counter requires your opponent to flip a coin after every turn. If tails, put 2 damage counters on the Pokémon with that Char counter. (Char counters stay on the Pokémon as long as it's in play.)
