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.
“The Staryu card captures a moment where this star-shaped Pokémon seems to radiate energy, surrounded by vibrant colors that evoke a sense of movement and vitality. Its central gem glimmers, hinting at the mysteries of the ocean depths it calls home. In this snapshot, Staryu embodies both a playful spirit and a sense of alertness, ready to engage with its surroundings. The scene invites viewers to appreciate the beauty of this aquatic character in its natural habitat.”
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Numbing Water
Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
