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 Caterpie card captures a moment of this small Pokémon in a vibrant, swirling background that hints at the lush environment it inhabits. With its big eyes and curious expression, Caterpie seems to be exploring its surroundings, embodying the innocence and wonder of its world. The gentle hues of green and yellow create a warm atmosphere, inviting the viewer to share in this simple yet enchanting scene. In this snapshot, Caterpie appears both vulnerable and determined, a small creature navigating the complexities”
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.
String Shot
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
