Torterra

Torterra

Selected Masterpiece • 11/100
Market Price $11.57
Stormfront Diamond & Pearl 2008
The Illustrator

Masakazu Fukuda

Masakazu Fukuda has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2003 to 2024, spanning sets such as Black & White, Holon Phantoms, and Supreme Victors. The work leans cartoonish and colorful, with playful energy, balanced framing, and clear character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Torterra, a large turtle-like Pokémon, resting serenely amidst a lush, vibrant landscape. Its back is adorned with a miniature forest, suggesting a deep connection to nature and the earth. The scene feels tranquil, as if Torterra is a guardian of this peaceful environment, embodying the harmony between Pokémon and their surroundings. This moment captures the essence of Torterra's role as a protector of the land.”

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 Fighting
Era
Diamond & Pearl
Release
01/11/2008

Crash Impact

60

Torterra does 20 damage to itself. Your opponent switches the Defending Pokémon with 1 of his or her Benched Pokémon, if any.

Land Shake

80

During your opponent's next turn, when your opponent puts a Basic Pokémon from his or her hand onto his or her Bench, put 2 damage counters on that Pokémon.

Weakness
+30
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost