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.
“The card depicts Blaine's Doduo standing in a sparse, rocky landscape, its two heads curiously scanning the surroundings. With its vibrant yellow feathers contrasting against the muted earth tones, the Pokémon seems both alert and playful, embodying a sense of wonder in its environment. The scene captures a quiet moment, where Doduo's inquisitive nature is palpable, inviting the viewer to appreciate the simplicity of its world. This snapshot highlights the charm of everyday life in the Pokémon universe.”
Editorial & Data
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Wild Kick
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
Retaliate
Does 10 damage times the number of damage counters on Blaine's Doduo.
