Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Cyndaquil in a serene forest setting, surrounded by the warm hues of autumn leaves. With its small frame and gentle expression, Cyndaquil seems to embody a moment of quiet contemplation, perhaps preparing to unleash its fiery spirit. The soft glow from its back contrasts beautifully with the earthy tones of the background, creating a cozy atmosphere. This snapshot captures the essence of a timid yet determined Pokémon in its natural habitat.
Essay · Call of Legends
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Catalogue plate
№ 55/95
Composition
StyleTraditionalWhimsical
MoodPlayfulWarm
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteEarthyVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
40
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Water ×2
Retreat
Fireworks
20
Flip a coin. If tails, discard a Fire Energy attached to Cyndaquil.
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Call of Legends, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Cyndaquil
The Cyndaquil canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
