Shiftry

Shiftry

Selected Masterpiece • 12/100
Market Price $37.33
Sandstorm EX 2003
The Illustrator

Atsuko Nishida

Atsuko Nishida has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 400+ cards. Across sets such as Gym Heroes, Expedition Base Set, and Skyridge, the work favors playful, character-forward staging with simple, balanced compositions and vibrant, pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Shiftry card captures a moment of tranquility in a lush, green environment, where the Pokémon stands poised and alert. Its elegant form is accentuated by flowing leaves that seem to dance with the breeze, creating a sense of harmony with nature. The soft colors and gentle lines evoke a feeling of calm, inviting the viewer to appreciate the serene beauty of its surroundings. In this snapshot, Shiftry embodies the spirit of the forest, a guardian of the wild.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.

Card Type Grass
Era
EX
Release
18/09/2003

Light Touch Throw

80-

Does 80 damage minus 10 damage for each Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost