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 Blastoise card captures a moment where this powerful Pokémon stands confidently, ready to unleash its water-based abilities. Its robust shell and determined expression convey a sense of strength and reliability, as if it is prepared to protect its surroundings. The shimmering blue background adds a touch of serenity, highlighting the aquatic nature of Blastoise. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the calm before the storm, where nature and power coexist.”
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Hydro Pump
Does 40 damage plus 10 more damage for each Water Energy attached to Blastoise but not used to pay for this attack's Energy cost. Extra Water Energy after the 2nd doesn't count.
