Cubone

Cubone

Selected Masterpiece • 60/124
Market Price $2.41
Dragons Exalted Black & White 2012
The Illustrator

Atsuko Nishida

Atsuko Nishida has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 400+ cards. Across sets such as Gym Heroes, Expedition Base Set, and Skyridge, the work favors playful, character-forward staging with simple, balanced compositions and vibrant, pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Cubone, a small, timid Pokémon, in a moment of quiet reflection. With its signature bone in hand, it seems to embody both vulnerability and resilience, standing in a softly lit environment that hints at its lonely journey. The gentle tones of the background create an atmosphere of solitude, allowing Cubone's expressive eyes to convey a deep sense of longing. This snapshot captures a poignant moment in the life of a creature that carries the weight of its past.”

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.

Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Common
Card Type Fighting
Era
Black & White
Release
15/08/2012

Headbutt

10

Beat

20
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost