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.
“The card depicts Lt. Surge's Electabuzz in a moment of energetic anticipation, its powerful stance and raised fists suggesting readiness for action. The vibrant yellow and black stripes of its body emphasize its electric nature, while the determined expression on its face hints at its competitive spirit. This snapshot captures a sense of urgency and excitement, as if Electabuzz is preparing to unleash a surge of energy. The overall scene feels alive, inviting the viewer to imagine the thrill of battle in the Gym Le”
Editorial & Data
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Charge
Take up to 2 Lightning Energy cards from your discard pile and attach them to Lt. Surge's Electabuzz.
Electric Current
Take 1 Lightning Energy card attached to Lt. Surge's Electabuzz and attach it to 1 of your Benched Pokémon. If you have no Benched Pokémon, discard that Energy card.
