Swellow

Swellow

Selected Masterpiece • 71/108
Market Price $0.34
Roaring Skies XY 2015
The Illustrator

Sanosuke Sakuma

Sanosuke Sakuma has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2013 to 2025, spanning series such as Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work favors vibrant, playful color with balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action readable and light.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Swellow card captures the moment of this agile bird soaring through a bright sky, its wings spread wide as it navigates the air currents. The sunlight glints off its sleek feathers, creating a vivid contrast against the blue backdrop. This scene feels alive with motion, showcasing Swellow's grace and speed as it hunts for prey below. The overall atmosphere is one of freedom and precision, highlighting the Pokémon's role in its natural habitat.”

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 Rare
Card Type Colorless
Era
XY
Release
06/05/2015

Clutch

20

The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.

Aerial Ace

60+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost