Ho-Oh

Ho-Oh

Selected Masterpiece • SL5/95
Call of Legends HeartGold & SoulSilver 2011
The Illustrator

Hideaki Hakozaki

Hideaki Hakozaki is credited on 36 Pokémon TCG cards from 2010–2012, concentrated in the HeartGold & SoulSilver era. Work appears in HS—Unleashed, HS—Triumphant, and Call of Legends, pairing balanced, focused staging with vibrant, contrasting color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card shows Ho-Oh soaring through a swirling sky, with its vibrant feathers reflecting shades of gold and red. This moment captures a sense of freedom, as Ho-Oh navigates its vast, dynamic environment. The energy of the background enhances the feeling of movement, immersing the viewer in the scene. It serves as a quiet reminder of the beauty and power inherent in this legendary Pokémon.”

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. Data refreshed: January 18, 2026.

Card Type Fire
Era
HeartGold & SoulSilver
Release
09/02/2011

Combustion

50

Scorching Wing

100

Flip a coin. If tails, discard all Fire Energy attached to Ho-Oh.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost