Cacturne ex

Cacturne ex

Selected Masterpiece • 91/106
Artist Hikaru Koike
Market Price $84
Emerald EX 2005
The Illustrator

Hikaru Koike

Hikaru Koike is credited on 47 Pokémon TCG cards from 2000–2006, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases including Skyridge, Dragon, and Emerald. The work favors action-forward, focused staging with vibrant, contrasting color and crisp, illustrative detail.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Cacturne ex card captures a moment of tension in a desolate landscape, where Cacturne stands tall, its spiky silhouette contrasting against the muted background. The Pokémon's piercing gaze suggests a watchful presence, as if it is ready to spring into action at any moment. The scene evokes a sense of solitude and resilience, highlighting Cacturne's ability to thrive in harsh environments. This snapshot of its world invites viewers to appreciate the quiet strength of this unique Pokémon.”

Editorial & Data

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Card Type Grass
Era
EX
Release
01/05/2005

Psybeam

20

The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.

Spike Rend

50+

If the Defending Pokémon already has any damage counters on it, this attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost