Malamar

Malamar

Selected Masterpiece • 78/196
Market Price $0.23
Lost Origin Sword & Shield 2022
The Illustrator

Tomokazu Komiya

Tomokazu Komiya has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards since 1999, with artwork appearing through 2025. Their illustrations span sets including Expedition Base Set, Neo Destiny, and Skyridge, and extend beyond cards to Pokémon Center merchandise, children’s books, and magazines.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Malamar card presents a captivating scene where the Pokémon appears to float gracefully, its tentacle-like appendages swirling around it. The background features a vibrant landscape, blending colors that evoke a sense of mystery and intrigue. Malamar's luminescent spots give it an enchanting quality, suggesting a connection to the psychic powers it wields. This snapshot captures a moment of calm yet otherworldly presence, inviting viewers to ponder the depths of its abilities.”

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 20, 2026.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Psychic
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
09/09/2022

Synchro Kinesis

30+

Each player reveals their hand. If a card in your opponent's hand has the same name as a card in your hand, this attack does 90 more damage.

Psychic Sphere

80
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost