Hitmonchan

Hitmonchan

Selected Masterpiece • 8/130
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $21.17
Base Set 2 Base 2000
The Illustrator

Ken Sugimori

Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Hitmonchan card captures a dynamic moment with the Pokémon poised for action, its boxing gloves raised and a determined expression on its face. The background shimmers with a blend of colors, enhancing the sense of energy and focus in the scene. This snapshot reflects Hitmonchan's dedication to its craft, embodying the spirit of a fighter ready to take on any challenge. The overall atmosphere is one of anticipation, as if the viewer is about to witness a thrilling bout.”

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 16, 2026.

Card Type Fighting
Era
Base
Release
24/02/2000

Jab

20

Special Punch

40
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost