Dark Raticate

Dark Raticate

Selected Masterpiece • 51/82
Market Price $0.75
Team Rocket Base 2000
The Illustrator

Shin-ichi Yoshida

Shin-ichi Yoshida is credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 1999 to 2021, spanning 52 cards. Work appears across Neo Discovery and Neo Destiny, with strong representation in Aquapolis. The look favors vibrant, contrasting color and clear, character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Dark Raticate card depicts the Pokémon in a shadowy environment, possibly lurking in an alley or a secluded part of a city. Its fur stands on end, suggesting a heightened sense of alertness, while its sharp teeth reveal a readiness to confront any threat. The determined expression on its face adds depth to its character, making it feel like a small guardian of its territory. This moment captures the essence of survival and resilience in the darker aspects of the Pokémon 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 Colorless
Era
Base
Release
24/04/2000

Gnaw

20

Hyper Fang

50

Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost