Slugma

Slugma

Selected Masterpiece • 73/115
Market Price $16.5
Unseen Forces EX 2005
The Illustrator

Tomokazu Komiya

Tomokazu Komiya has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards since 1999, with artwork appearing through 2025. Their illustrations span sets including Expedition Base Set, Neo Destiny, and Skyridge, and extend beyond cards to Pokémon Center merchandise, children’s books, and magazines.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Slugma, a small, molten Pokémon, resting on a rocky surface with a serene expression. Its vibrant red body contrasts beautifully against the muted greens and grays of the surrounding landscape, evoking a sense of warmth amidst a cool environment. The scene captures a quiet moment in Slugma's life, highlighting its gentle nature and the tranquility of its volcanic habitat. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the simple beauty of a Pokémon at peace.”

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 Fire
Era
EX
Release
01/08/2005

Yawn

The Defending Pokémon is now Asleep.

Headbutt

10
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost