Slugma

Slugma

Selected Masterpiece • 23/168
Artist Midori Harada
Market Price $0.52
Celestial Storm Sun & Moon 2018
The Illustrator

Midori Harada

Midori Harada has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2003 to 2024, spanning more than 350 illustrations. Across EX, Diamond & Pearl, and Sun & Moon, the work favors vibrant, playful color and clear, character-forward compositions with occasional action-driven framing.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Slugma, a small Lava Pokémon, gliding across a dark, rocky landscape that hints at a volcanic environment. Its vibrant red and orange body contrasts beautifully with the muted tones of its surroundings, suggesting a sense of warmth amidst a rugged terrain. The scene captures a moment of quiet determination, as Slugma appears to be in motion, embodying the essence of its molten nature. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the unique charm of this fiery creature as it navigates its world.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Common
Card Type Fire
Era
Sun & Moon
Release
03/08/2018

Magma Ring

10

The Defending Pokémon can't retreat during your opponent's next turn.

Flare

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost