Slugma

Slugma

Selected Masterpiece • 53/64
Market Price $1.1
Neo Revelation Neo 2001
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 card depicts Slugma, a small, fiery Pokémon, nestled within a warm, volcanic environment. Its vibrant red body contrasts with the darker, smoky background, creating a sense of heat and energy. Slugma's large eyes convey a curious yet determined expression, as if it's ready to face whatever comes next in its molten world. This moment captures the essence of a creature that thrives in the heat, constantly in motion and full of life.”

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 Fire
Era
Neo
Release
21/09/2001

Flare

10

Magma Ring

20

The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost