Dark Gyarados

Dark Gyarados

Selected Masterpiece • 8/25
Market Price $4.36
Celebrations: Classic Collection 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 card depicts Dark Gyarados emerging from turbulent waters, its fierce expression capturing a moment of raw power and intensity. With its serpentine body coiling through the waves, it embodies the chaotic energy of the ocean depths. The vibrant colors and dynamic pose suggest a creature that is both majestic and formidable, evoking a sense of awe and respect. This snapshot immerses the viewer in a world where nature's might is on full display.”

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 Water
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
08/10/2021

Ice Beam

30

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost