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 Pawniard standing confidently in a lush, grassy landscape, its sharp blades glinting in the sunlight. This moment captures the essence of its character, a small yet determined Pokémon, poised and ready for action. The surrounding flowers sway gently in the breeze, creating a serene backdrop that contrasts with Pawniard's fierce appearance. It feels like a snapshot of a quiet moment before the excitement of adventure unfolds.”
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Bag Slash
Your opponent reveals their hand. Discard an Item card you find there.
