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 Machop card captures a moment where the Pokémon is poised to deliver a punch, its expression a mix of determination and enthusiasm. The background is softly blurred, suggesting a lively training environment where Machop is honing its skills. This scene conveys a sense of energy and readiness, as if Machop is eager to take on any challenge. The character's playful demeanor invites you to appreciate its spirited nature.”
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Smash Punch
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.
Submission
Machop does 10 damage to itself.
