Kyoko Umemoto
Kyoko Umemoto has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2002 to 2025, spanning eras from E-Card to Sword & Shield. The work leans cartoonish and playful, with balanced, clear compositions and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes that keep scenes lighthearted and readable.
“The card captures Swadloon nestled among vibrant green foliage, embodying a serene moment in its natural habitat. Its expression hints at a quiet determination, as it blends seamlessly into the surroundings, almost like a guardian of the leaves. The gentle play of light filtering through the trees adds a sense of tranquility to the scene. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the simplicity of nature and the quiet resilience of this leaf-wrapped Pokémon.”
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Swaddle Guard
During your opponent's next turn, any damage done to this Pokémon by attacks is reduced by 40 (after applying Weakness and Resistance).
Surprise Attack
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack does nothing.