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.
“The Magcargo card captures a moment of quiet intensity, showcasing the Pokémon amidst a backdrop of swirling, starry skies. With its molten body and gentle expression, Magcargo appears both resilient and serene, embodying the essence of its volcanic nature. The faint glow emanating from its shell hints at the warmth within, creating a contrast against the cool tones of the night. This scene invites a sense of wonder, as if Magcargo is a guardian of the mysteries of the universe.”
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.
Crushing Lava
You may discard a Fire or Fighting basic Energy card attached to Magcargo. If you discard a Fire Energy card in this way, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned. If you discard a Fighting Energy card in this way, this attack does 40 damage plus 20 more damage.
