Growlithe

Growlithe

Selected Masterpiece • 10/99
Market Price $5.16
Next Destinies Black & White 2012
The Illustrator

Masakazu Fukuda

Masakazu Fukuda has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2003 to 2024, spanning sets such as Black & White, Holon Phantoms, and Supreme Victors. The work leans cartoonish and colorful, with playful energy, balanced framing, and clear character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Growlithe card captures a moment of youthful curiosity, with the little Pokémon standing confidently in an urban setting. Its bright orange fur contrasts against the muted tones of the city, suggesting a sense of warmth amidst the hustle. The background hints at busy life, with figures moving purposefully, yet Growlithe remains focused and alert, embodying the spirit of a loyal companion. This scene invites a feeling of companionship and adventure, as if Growlithe is ready to explore the world around it.”

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.

Composition
Color Palette
Rarity Common
Card Type Fire
Era
Black & White
Release
08/02/2012

Stoke

Flip a coin. If heads, search your deck for a Fire Energy card and attach it to this Pokémon. Shuffle your deck afterward.

Firebreathing

10+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 20 more damage.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost