Relicanth

Relicanth

Selected Masterpiece • 23/98
Market Price $0.3
Ancient Origins XY 2015
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Relicanth swimming gracefully through a serene underwater landscape, surrounded by bubbles and the remnants of ancient ruins. Its muted colors blend harmoniously with the tranquil blues and greens of its environment, creating a sense of calm and stability. The Pokémon seems to embody the essence of longevity, navigating its world with a quiet confidence. This snapshot captures a moment of peaceful exploration in the depths of the ocean.”

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 Common
Card Type Water
Era
XY
Release
12/08/2015

Deep Sea Search

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Take Down

30

This Pokémon does 10 damage to itself.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost