Mitsuhiro Arita
Mitsuhiro Arita has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2025, spanning more than 700 illustrations. Work appears across Base, Team Rocket, and Legendary Collection, balancing character-focused staging with energetic, colorful scenes and clear, action-forward framing.
“The Raichu card captures a lively moment, showcasing the Pokémon in a dynamic pose, seemingly ready to unleash its electric power. Its cheerful expression and the bright, swirling background evoke a sense of energy and excitement, as if Raichu is playfully challenging its opponents. The illustration invites the viewer into a vibrant world, where the thrill of battle and the beauty of nature coexist. This scene reflects Raichu's spirited personality, making it a memorable snapshot in its journey.”
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Gigashock
Choose 3 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon and this attack does 10 damage to each of them. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) If your opponent has fewer than 3 Benched Pokémon, do the damage to each of them.