Wartortle

Wartortle

Selected Masterpiece • 92/165
Market Price $45.74
Expedition Base Set E-Card 2002
The Illustrator

Atsuko Nishida

Atsuko Nishida has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 400+ cards. Across sets such as Gym Heroes, Expedition Base Set, and Skyridge, the work favors playful, character-forward staging with simple, balanced compositions and vibrant, pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Wartortle in a dynamic pose, seemingly caught in the midst of a playful splash in a vibrant blue environment. Its expression is focused yet spirited, suggesting a moment of determination and joy as it prepares to unleash its water-based abilities. The surrounding waves enhance the sense of movement, making the scene feel alive and energetic. This snapshot captures Wartortle's essence as a lively character, embodying both playfulness and strength.”

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.

Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Water
Era
E-Card
Release
15/09/2002

Doubleslap

10×

Flip 2 coins. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.

Giant Wave

40

Wartortle can't attack during your next turn.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost