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 Minun, a small, cheerful Pokémon, standing in a vibrant garden. Its bright blue ears and playful expression suggest a moment of joy, as if it is ready to engage with its surroundings. The lush greenery and soft path create a warm, inviting atmosphere, highlighting the charm of this little creature in its natural habitat. This scene captures a fleeting moment of innocence and playfulness.”
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Thunder Wave
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Spark
Choose 2 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. This attack does 10 damage to each of those Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
