Thievul

Thievul

Selected Masterpiece • SV082/122
Market Price $1.48
Shining Fates Shiny Vault Sword & Shield 2021
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 Thievul card presents a moment where this clever fox Pokémon is caught in a poised stance, suggesting a playful yet cunning demeanor. Its sleek fur glistens subtly, emphasizing its mischievous nature as it prepares for its next move. The background sparkles gently, adding to the atmosphere of stealth and intrigue surrounding Thievul. This scene encapsulates the essence of a trickster, perfectly fitting its role in the Pokémon world.”

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 19, 2026.

Card Type Darkness
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
19/02/2021

Thief

20

Your opponent reveals their hand. Choose a card you find there and put it on the bottom of their deck.

Darkness Fang

90
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost