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 card depicts Armaldo in a dynamic pose, showcasing its armored body and distinctive features. Set against a shimmering backdrop, it stands ready to engage in battle, exuding a sense of strength and determination. The colors are vibrant, highlighting the creature's unique design and the energy of its environment. This scene captures a moment of potential action, inviting the viewer to imagine the challenges Armaldo faces in its world.”
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.
Rock Blast
Discard up to 5 Fighting Energy cards attached to Armaldo. For each Energy card you discarded, choose an opponent's Pokémon in play and this attack does 20 damage to those Pokémon. (You may choose the same Pokémon more than once.) This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.
Mach Claw
This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
