AKIRA EGAWA
AKIRA EGAWA has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2019 to 2025, spanning Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet. The work leans dynamic and illustrative, with action-forward framing, balanced staging, and vibrant, contrasting color choices.
“The card illustrates Heatran positioned within a volcanic landscape, surrounded by rivers of molten lava and eruptions in the background. Its body radiates a warm glow, reflecting the intense heat of its environment. This scene captures Heatran as a formidable presence, embodying the fierce beauty of the volcanic terrain. It’s a moment that highlights the Pokémon's connection to its fiery habitat.”
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 21, 2026.
Steel Burst
Discard all Metal Energy from this Pokémon. This attack does 50 damage for each card you discarded in this way.
