Omanyte

Omanyte

Selected Masterpiece • 70/99
Artist Aya Kusube
Market Price $2.5
Arceus Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

Aya Kusube

Aya Kusube is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2001 to 2025, with artwork appearing across E-Card and later eras including EX and Sun & Moon. The work is marked by playful, whimsical illustration, balanced compositions, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Omanyte card captures a serene moment beneath the water's surface, where the Pokémon glides gracefully, surrounded by gentle ripples. Its shell, reminiscent of ancient fossils, hints at a deep connection to the past, while its playful expression adds a touch of charm. The soft blue hues evoke a tranquil underwater world, inviting the viewer to appreciate the quiet beauty of this marine creature. In this snapshot, Omanyte embodies both the mystery of ancient seas and the joy of life in the present.”

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
Platinum
Release
04/11/2009

Collect

Draw 3 cards.

Tickle

20

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Weakness
+20
Retreat Cost