Slowpoke

Slowpoke

Selected Masterpiece • 66/90
Market Price $100
HS—Undaunted HeartGold & SoulSilver 2010
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The scene on the Slowpoke card captures a serene moment in nature, where Slowpoke is surrounded by bright, ripe apples hanging from a tree. Its gentle expression suggests a carefree attitude, as it relaxes amidst the vibrant greenery and playful atmosphere. Nearby, a cheerful Pikachu and a curious Totodile add a sense of camaraderie to the setting, enhancing the feeling of a joyful gathering. This snapshot evokes a sense of tranquility and the simple pleasures of life in the Pokémon world.”

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 Common
Card Type Water
Era
HeartGold & SoulSilver
Release
18/08/2010

Rambunctious Party

Look at the top 5 cards of your deck. Choose as many Basic Pokémon as you like and put them onto your Bench. Shuffle the other cards back into your deck.

Rain Splash

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost