Ninetales

Ninetales

Selected Masterpiece • 57/165
Market Price $28.1
Expedition Base Set E-Card 2002
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 Ninetales card captures a serene moment where the elegant Pokémon is depicted amidst a lush, vibrant backdrop. Its nine flowing tails seem to dance gracefully, reflecting the gentle light that bathes the scene. Ninetales exudes a sense of mystique and calm, inviting viewers to appreciate its beauty and the tranquility of its surroundings. This snapshot offers a glimpse into the enchanting world where Ninetales resides.”

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 Rare
Card Type Fire
Era
E-Card
Release
15/09/2002

Mislead

Flip 2 coins. If either of them is heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.

Ethereal Flame

Discard all Fire Energy cards attached to Ninetales. This attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage for each card discarded this way.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost