Arceus

Arceus

Selected Masterpiece • AR7/99
Market Price $25.19
Arceus Platinum 2009
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Arceus card captures a moment where this majestic Pokémon stands poised, its ethereal form glowing softly against a backdrop that hints at the cosmos. Its intricate design, with vibrant red and pink accents, conveys a sense of power and grace, embodying its role as the Alpha Pokémon. The atmosphere feels both tranquil and charged, as if Arceus is about to unleash its divine influence. This scene invites reflection on the vastness of the universe and the origins of all 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. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 18, 2026.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Psychic
Era
Platinum
Release
04/11/2009

Mind Bend

40

The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost