Sceptile

Sceptile

Selected Masterpiece • 11/109
Artist Midori Harada
Market Price $71.37
The Illustrator

Midori Harada

Midori Harada has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2003 to 2024, spanning more than 350 illustrations. Across EX, Diamond & Pearl, and Sun & Moon, the work favors vibrant, playful color and clear, character-forward compositions with occasional action-driven framing.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Sceptile card captures a serene moment in the lush greenery of its habitat, where the Pokémon stands poised and alert. Its vibrant green body contrasts beautifully with the shimmering backdrop, suggesting a world full of life and energy. The scene evokes a sense of calm yet readiness, as if Sceptile is prepared to spring into action at any moment. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the delicate balance of nature that surrounds this agile creature.”

Editorial & Data

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Card Type Grass
Release
01/07/2003

Lizard Poison

20

If 1 Energy is attached to Sceptile, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep. If 2 Energy is attached to Sceptile, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned. If 3 Energy is attached to Sceptile, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep and Poisoned. If 4 or more Energy is attached to Sceptile, the Defending Pokémon is now Asleep, Burned, and Poisoned.

Solarbeam

70
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost