Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Gengar, a mischievous ghostly figure, lurking in a shadowy corner of a serene garden. Its wide grin and playful demeanor suggest a moment of lighthearted mischief, as if it's about to play a trick on unsuspecting passersby. The contrast between the vibrant colors of Gengar and the muted tones of the garden creates an eerie yet enchanting atmosphere. This scene captures Gengar's playful nature, inviting viewers to ponder the secrets hidden in the shadows.
Essay · Sword & Shield
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Catalogue plate
№ 85/202
Composition
StyleCartoonishPlayfulWhimsical
MoodEerieLightheartedMischievous
CompositionBalancedDynamicFocused
PaletteContrastingHarmoniousVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
110
Stage
Stage 2 · evolves from Haunter
Weakness
Darkness ×2
Resistance
Fighting -30
Retreat
Hypnoblast
90
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Asleep.
Authorship
More from Eri Yamaki
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Sword & Shield, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Gengar
The Gengar canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
