Miki Tanaka
Miki Tanaka is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 1999 to 2025, with more than 190 illustrations across series including Neo, E-Card, and Scarlet & Violet. The work is largely cartoonish and playful, with clear compositions and vibrant, pastel-leaning color.
“The Poliwhirl card captures a moment of focus and determination, with the Pokémon's spiral pattern contrasting against the soft blue background. Its large, expressive eyes seem to convey a sense of readiness, as if it's preparing to unleash a powerful attack. The gentle curves of its body add a playful quality, while the water-themed elements in the background create a serene atmosphere. This scene invites viewers to appreciate the balance between strength and charm that Poliwhirl embodies.”
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.
Energy Ball
Does 30 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Poliwhirl but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way.
