Bastiodon

Bastiodon

Selected Masterpiece • 70/114
Artist match
Market Price $0.48
Steam Siege XY 2016
The Illustrator

match

match has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2010 to 2018. Across Black & White, XY, and HeartGold & SoulSilver, the work favors playful, cartoon-forward character staging, with vibrant color and clear, balanced compositions that keep the action readable.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Bastiodon in a moment of quiet strength, nestled in a futuristic environment that hints at a blend of nature and technology. Its sturdy, fortress-like body contrasts with the sleek, metallic backdrop, suggesting a guardian role in this setting. The Pokémon's expression is calm yet vigilant, as if it is ready to protect its territory from any potential threats. This scene evokes a sense of stability and resilience in a world where challenges may arise.”

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 Metal
Artist match
Era
XY
Release
03/08/2016

Counter Head

During your opponent's next turn, if this Pokémon is damaged by an attack (even if this Pokémon is Knocked Out), put damage counters on the Attacking Pokémon equal to the damage done to this Pokémon.

Fortress of Rage

100+

This attack does 10 more damage for each of your Benched Pokémon that has any damage counters on it.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost