Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Piplup, a small, cheerful penguin Pokémon, joyfully waddling through a lush, vibrant forest. Its bright blue feathers stand out against the soft greens of the surroundings, creating a sense of playfulness and innocence. The scene captures a moment of unguarded happiness, as Piplup seems to embrace the beauty of its world without a care. This snapshot reflects the character's spirited nature, inviting the viewer to share in its delight.
Essay · Supreme Victors
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Catalogue plate
№ 121/147
Composition
StyleCartoonishPlayful
MoodCheerfulLighthearted
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteSoftVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
60
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Lightning +10
Retreat
Pound
10
Surf
20
Authorship
More from Hajime Kusajima
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Supreme Victors, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Piplup
The Piplup canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.