Baltoy

Baltoy

Selected Masterpiece • 70/159
Artist Nagomi Nijo
Market Price $0.28
Crown Zenith Sword & Shield 2023
The Illustrator

Nagomi Nijo

Nagomi Nijo is credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2021–2023, spanning Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet sets including Fusion Strike and Obsidian Flames. The work leans colorful and whimsical, with playful moods and dynamic, balanced staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Baltoy card captures a moment where this clay doll Pokémon is caught in a dynamic swirl of colors and shapes, suggesting movement and energy. Surrounded by ancient ruins, Baltoy seems to embody the mystery of its origins, with its playful demeanor contrasting the history around it. The scene feels vibrant yet serene, as if Baltoy is both a part of and a guardian to the secrets of the past. This snapshot invites the viewer to ponder the stories hidden within the ruins.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Common
Card Type Fighting
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
20/01/2023

Smack

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost