Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The card depicts Lt. Surge, a confident and determined figure, standing in a dimly lit environment, possibly a training area. He holds a Poké Ball in one hand while gesturing with the other, suggesting a strategic moment filled with anticipation. The scene conveys a sense of readiness and cunning, as if he is about to unveil a clever tactic in a battle. This snapshot captures the essence of a calculated plan, embodying the spirit of competition and strategy in the Pokémon world.”
Editorial & Data
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