Curatorial Commentary
The Moltres card depicts the legendary bird soaring gracefully above a calm sea, its wings engulfed in vibrant flames. The clear sky in the background enhances the tranquility of the scene, contrasting beautifully with the intense heat emanating from Moltres. This moment captures the essence of fire and freedom, showcasing the Pokémon in its natural element. It invites the viewer to appreciate the harmony between the fierce flames and the serene surroundings.
Essay · Next Destinies
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Catalogue plate
№ 14/99
Composition
StyleDigitalIllustration
MoodDynamicEnergetic
CompositionBalancedForeground Focus
PaletteVibrantWarm
Game mechanics
HP
120
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Water ×2
Resistance
Fighting -20
Retreat
Searing Flame
50
The Defending Pokémon is now Burned.
Fire Blast
90
Discard a Fire Energy attached to this Pokémon.
Authorship
More from Ryo Ueda
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Next Destinies, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Moltres
The Moltres canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
