Lairon

Lairon

Selected Masterpiece • 88/159
Artist Mina Nakai
Market Price $0.33
Crown Zenith Sword & Shield 2023
The Illustrator

Mina Nakai

Mina Nakai has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2016 to 2025, spanning Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and Scarlet & Violet. The work favors cartoonish, watercolor-leaning charm, with balanced, character-forward staging and vibrant, pastel-tinted color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Lairon in a dimly lit cavern, surrounded by glistening stalactites and a rocky terrain that hints at its mountainous habitat. The Pokémon, with its sturdy armor and determined expression, seems to be surveying its surroundings, embodying both strength and resilience. The atmosphere feels cool and slightly mysterious, as if Lairon is on the brink of an adventure or a confrontation. This moment captures the essence of its rugged lifestyle, reflecting both the beauty and challenges of its natural envi”

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 Uncommon
Card Type Metal
Era
Sword & Shield
Release
20/01/2023

Confront

40

Wreak Havoc

80

Flip a coin until you get tails. For each heads, discard the top card of your opponent's deck.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost