Shelgon

Shelgon

Selected Masterpiece • 20/97
Market Price $4.6
Dragon EX 2003
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.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Shelgon card captures a moment of quiet resilience, with the Pokémon nestled within a rocky alcove. Its sturdy, shell-like exterior hints at the strength it is building, while its bright eyes peek out, full of determination. The surrounding greenery and rugged terrain create a sense of natural harmony, emphasizing Shelgon's connection to its environment. This scene reflects a time of growth and preparation, as Shelgon readies itself for the challenges ahead.”

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.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Colorless
Era
EX
Release
24/11/2003

Scrunch

Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all damage done to Shelgon during your opponent's next turn. (Any other effects of attacks still happen.)

Rolling Attack

50
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30-30
Retreat Cost