Electabuzz

Electabuzz

Selected Masterpiece • 20/102
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $7.41
Base Base 1999
The Illustrator

Ken Sugimori

Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Electabuzz card captures a moment of raw energy, showcasing the Pokémon in a dynamic pose, arms raised and ready for action. Its vibrant yellow and black stripes radiate a sense of electric vitality, as if it could spring into a burst of movement at any moment. The background subtly emphasizes its electric nature, hinting at the power that lies within. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate Electabuzz as a spirited character, poised and full of potential.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Rare
Card Type Lightning
Set Base
Era
Base
Release
09/01/1999

Thundershock

10

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Thunderpunch

30+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 damage plus 10 more damage; if tails, this attack does 30 damage plus Electabuzz does 10 damage to itself.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost