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 Barboach, a small, eel-like Pokémon, gliding through a serene aquatic environment. Its smooth, elongated body is adorned with subtle patterns, and its expressive fins suggest a sense of playfulness as it navigates the water. The background features soft blues and hints of underwater flora, creating a tranquil atmosphere that invites a closer look at this curious creature. In this moment, Barboach embodies the gentle rhythm of life beneath the surface.”
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Mud Spit
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
