Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Voltorb, a small, spherical Pokémon, caught in a moment of playful energy. Its bright red and white colors stand out against a dark background, creating a sense of vibrancy and excitement. The jagged lines around it suggest an electric charge, hinting at its mischievous nature as it zaps unsuspecting passersby. This snapshot captures the essence of Voltorb's character, blending its playful demeanor with an underlying hint of danger.
Essay · Base Set 2
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Catalogue plate
№ 98/130
Composition
StyleSimpleTraditional
MoodPlayful
CompositionBasicStatic
PaletteBrightLimited
Game mechanics
HP
40
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Fighting ×2
Retreat
Tackle
10
Authorship
More from Keiji Kinebuchi
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The set
Base Set 2, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
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The Voltorb canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.