Relicanth

Relicanth

Selected Masterpiece • 51/106
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $3.44
Great Encounters Diamond & Pearl 2008
The Illustrator

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.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Relicanth gracefully navigating through the depths of a serene underwater world, surrounded by soft, muted hues that evoke a sense of tranquility. Its unique, ancient features hint at its long history, as it glides through the water with an air of calm purpose. The scene captures a moment of quiet exploration, where time seems to stand still, reflecting the Pokémon's longevity and connection to the ocean's depths. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the beauty of a creature that has rema”

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 Water
Era
Diamond & Pearl
Release
01/02/2008

Primal Calling

Search your deck for up to 3 Trainer Cards that have Fossil in their names, show them to your opponent, and put them into your hand. Shuffle your deck afterward.

Sleep Swirl

30

Both Relicanth and the Defending Pokémon are now Asleep.

Weakness
+20
Retreat Cost