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.
“Misty's Poliwag glides gracefully through the water, its round body and playful expression capturing a moment of tranquility in its aquatic world. The gentle ripples around it suggest a serene environment, where this tadpole Pokémon feels at home. With its large, curious eyes and whimsical spiral pattern, Poliwag embodies a sense of innocence and wonder. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the simple joys of nature.”
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.
Bubbles
Flip a coin. If tails, you can't use this attack during your next turn.
Amnesia
Choose 1 of the Defending Pokémon's attacks. That Pokémon can't use that attack during your opponent's next turn.
