Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Kabuto, a small, ancient Pokémon, nestled in an underwater scene filled with soft light filtering through the water. Its rounded shell, adorned with a gentle sheen, contrasts with the surrounding aquatic environment, creating a serene atmosphere. Bubbles rise around it, hinting at the life that thrives in this underwater world. The moment captures the essence of Kabuto's character, evoking a sense of tranquility and connection to its prehistoric origins.
Essay · 151
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Catalogue plate
№ 140/165
Composition
StyleDigitalRealistic
MoodPlayfulSerene
CompositionBalancedDynamic
PaletteCool TonesVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
90
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Antique Dome Fossil
Weakness
Grass ×2
Retreat
Double Scratch
70×
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 70 damage for each heads.
Authorship
More from Souichirou Gunjima
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
151, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Kabuto
The Kabuto canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
