Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The card depicts Brock's Sandshrew in a playful moment, seemingly caught mid-leap as it navigates its environment. The background suggests a rugged terrain, hinting at the wild adventures this little Pokémon experiences. With its bright colors and cheerful expression, Sandshrew embodies a sense of curiosity and energy. This snapshot captures a fleeting moment in its life, inviting the viewer to imagine the world around it.”
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Defense Curl
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Brock's Sandshrew during your opponent's next turn. (Any other effects of attacks still happen.)
