Kouki Saitou
Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.
“The Heracross card captures a moment in a lush, green environment, where the Pokémon stands poised, showcasing its characteristic horn and sturdy build. The soft light filtering through the trees hints at a serene yet vibrant atmosphere, suggesting a world full of life and adventure. Heracross appears alert, ready to engage with its surroundings, embodying both strength and determination. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the balance of nature and the Pokémon's role within it.”
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Slash
Angry Horn
If there are 4 or more damage counters on Heracross, this attack's base damage is 50 instead of 30.