Hippowdon

Hippowdon

Selected Masterpiece • 85/203
Artist Eri Yamaki
Market Price $0.12
Evolving Skies Sword & Shield 2021
The Illustrator

Eri Yamaki

Eri Yamaki is credited on Pokémon TCG cards since 2016, with artwork appearing through 2023. Their illustrations span Sword & Shield and Sun & Moon releases, including Team Up and Fusion Strike, and are marked by vibrant, playful color and clear, balanced compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Hippowdon in a sun-soaked desert landscape, its large, imposing figure contrasting against the sandy terrain. With a wide-open mouth, it seems to be expressing a moment of determination or perhaps frustration, embodying the raw power of its character. The surrounding environment, marked by soft dunes and sparse vegetation, adds to the sense of isolation and strength that Hippowdon exudes. This snapshot captures a slice of its life, where the harshness of the desert mirrors its formidable presence.”

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.

Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Fighting
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
27/08/2021

Hammer In

120

Sand Press

220

Discard 2 Energy from this Pokémon.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost