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 Forretress card captures a moment in a serene forest, where the Pokémon appears to be nestled among the trees. Its metallic shell, adorned with striking patterns, reflects the dappled sunlight filtering through the leaves, creating a calm yet protective atmosphere. With its eyes wide open, Forretress seems alert and ready, embodying both strength and vigilance in its natural habitat. This scene invites a sense of tranquility, highlighting the Pokémon's role as a guardian of the forest.”
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.
Double Metal Ball
Put 2 damage counters on each Defending Pokémon.
Backspin
After your attack, you may discard 1 Energy card attached to Forretress. If you do, switch Forretress with 1 of your Benched Pokémon.
