Slugma

by Ken Sugimori illustrated 2002 Neo Destiny

$1.7 Latest known market value January 18, 2026

Common Fire

The Illustrator

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.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The card depicts Slugma, a small, lava-like Pokémon, emerging from a molten landscape. Its bright, fiery body contrasts with the dark, turbulent background, hinting at the heat of its volcanic surroundings. The scene captures a moment of stillness amidst the chaos, as Slugma seems to observe its environment with wide, curious eyes. This snapshot invites the viewer into a world where the heat and intensity of nature are ever-present.

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Catalogue plate № 82/105

Identity

PokémonSlugma

TypeFire

RarityCommon

StageBasic

Authorship

IllustratorKen Sugimori

SetNeo Destiny

Year2002

Plate №82/105