Curatorial Commentary
In this card, Honedge is depicted as a sentient sword, poised against a vibrant backdrop of swirling blues and whites that evoke a sense of movement and energy. The scene captures a moment of stillness amidst the chaos, highlighting Honedge's unique character as it stands ready for action. With its blade gleaming in the light, there’s a subtle tension in the air, suggesting both elegance and danger. This snapshot invites the viewer to ponder the nature of this Pokémon, a guardian of its own world.
Essay · Paradox Rift
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Catalogue plate
№ 131/182
Composition
StyleDigitalIllustration
MoodDynamicPlayful
CompositionBalancedClear
PaletteCoolVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
60
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Fire ×2
Resistance
Grass -30
Retreat
Reckless Charge
30
This Pokémon also does 10 damage to itself.
Authorship
More from Nagomi Nijo
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Paradox Rift, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Honedge
The Honedge canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
