Shelgon

Shelgon

Selected Masterpiece • 108/203
Market Price $0.17
Evolving Skies Sword & Shield 2021
The Illustrator

tetsuya koizumi

tetsuya koizumi is credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2017 to 2021, spanning Sun & Moon and Sword & Shield releases. The work leans cartoonish and colorful, with playful, lighthearted moods, balanced layouts, and frequent bursts of dynamic, character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Shelgon perched on a rocky cliff, gazing out over a vast landscape that stretches into the distance. The soft hues of the sky blend together, suggesting a moment of tranquility as the sun begins to set. Shelgon's hard shell reflects its determination and resilience, embodying a character caught between the safety of its current state and the promise of future growth. This snapshot captures a fleeting moment of contemplation in the life of a Pokémon on the brink of transformation.”

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 Dragon
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
27/08/2021

Hard Roll

50

Flip a coin. If heads, during your opponent's next turn, prevent all damage from and effects of attacks done to this Pokémon.

Retreat Cost