Slugma

by Mitsuhiro Arita illustrated 2013 Kalos Starter Set

$1.46 Latest known market value January 16, 2026

Fire

The Illustrator

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.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The card depicts Slugma, a small, molten Pokémon, nestled among rocky terrain that hints at a volcanic landscape. Its bright yellow eyes and glossy, reddish body stand out against the dark stones, creating a striking contrast. The scene captures a moment of quiet determination as Slugma slowly slithers over the rough ground, embodying its nature as a creature of fire and heat. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the unique environment that Slugma calls home.

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Catalogue plate № 6/39

Identity

PokémonSlugma

TypeFire

StageBasic

Authorship

IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita

SetKalos Starter Set

Year2013

Plate №6/39

Composition