Swinub

Swinub

Selected Masterpiece • 84/105
Market Price $1.74
Neo Destiny Neo 2002
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card features Swinub nestled in a soft, grassy landscape, with a gentle haze of light creating a serene atmosphere. Its round, pudgy form hints at a playful nature, while the other Swinub in the background adds a sense of companionship. The scene captures a quiet moment of exploration, as this little Pokémon seems to be searching for food, its sensitive nose pressed to the ground. This snapshot invites the viewer into a tranquil world where the simplicity of nature and the charm of the Pokémon coexist.”

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 18, 2026.

Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Common
Card Type Water
Era
Neo
Release
28/02/2002

Generate Cold

20

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost