Aya Kusube
Aya Kusube is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2001 to 2025, with artwork appearing across E-Card and later eras including EX and Sun & Moon. The work is marked by playful, whimsical illustration, balanced compositions, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.
“The Starmie card captures a moment where this Water-type Pokémon radiates with a vibrant, jewel-like core, surrounded by a soft glow that hints at its aquatic nature. The design evokes a sense of calmness, as if Starmie is poised and ready to unleash its powers in the depths of a tranquil sea. Its star-shaped form is both striking and elegant, embodying the mysterious beauty of the underwater world. The overall scene invites the viewer to appreciate the serene yet dynamic essence of Starmie.”
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.
Water Arrow
Choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 20 damage to that Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Rainbow Star
Does 50 damage plus 10 more damage for each type of basic Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
