Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Sandshrew nestled among soft, white flowers, creating a serene atmosphere. Its small, round body and curious expression suggest a moment of exploration in its natural habitat. The gentle colors and delicate details evoke a sense of calm, inviting the viewer to appreciate the simplicity of the scene. This snapshot captures a quiet yet lively moment in the life of this little Pokémon.
Essay · Team Rocket Returns
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Catalogue plate
№ 74/109
Composition
StyleCuteWhimsical
MoodLightheartedPlayful
CompositionFocusedSimple
PalettePastelSoftVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
50
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Grass ×2
Retreat
Rear Kick
10
Swift
20
This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness, Resistance, Poké-Powers, Poké-Bodies, or any other effects on the Defending Pokémon.
Authorship
More from Atsuko Nishida
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Team Rocket Returns, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Sandshrew
The Sandshrew canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
