Rhydon

Rhydon

Selected Masterpiece • 45/64
Market Price $4.82
Jungle Base 1999
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Rhydon card captures a moment of the Pokémon confidently striding through its rugged environment. Its sturdy build and determined expression suggest a character that is both powerful and resolute, embodying the essence of a guardian in its rocky domain. The background hints at a wild, untamed landscape, enhancing the sense of strength and presence that Rhydon commands. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the balance of might and nature.”

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 Uncommon
Card Type Fighting
Era
Base
Release
16/06/1999

Horn Attack

30

Ram

50

Rhydon does 20 damage to itself. If your opponent has any Benched Pokémon, he or she chooses 1 of them and switches it with the Defending Pokémon. (Do the damage before switching the Pokémon. Switch the Pokémon even if Rhydon is knocked out.)

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost