Hikaru Koike
Hikaru Koike is credited on 47 Pokémon TCG cards from 2000–2006, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases including Skyridge, Dragon, and Emerald. The work favors action-forward, focused staging with vibrant, contrasting color and crisp, illustrative detail.
“The Lapras ex card captures a serene moment as the gentle Pokémon glides through tranquil waters, its smooth, blue body reflecting the shimmer of sunlight. The illustration by Hikaru Koike evokes a sense of calm, with Lapras appearing both majestic and approachable, inviting viewers to share in its peaceful journey. The surrounding environment hints at a world rich with life, where Lapras navigates its aquatic domain with grace. This scene encapsulates a fleeting snapshot of harmony between the Pokémon and its natu”
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.
Energy Ball
Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each Energy attached to Lapras ex but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. You can't add more than 20 damage in this way.
Confuse Ray
The Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
