Naoyo Kimura
Naoyo Kimura has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2000 to 2025, spanning Aquapolis, Southern Islands, and Sword & Shield. The work leans playful and lighthearted, with balanced, character-focused staging and vibrant, softly watercolor-leaning color.
“The card depicts Espeon standing gracefully, its sleek form highlighted by soft shades of purple and pink. The background hints at a serene environment, suggesting a moment of calm as Espeon surveys its surroundings. With its ears perked and eyes alert, it embodies both elegance and vigilance, reflecting the essence of a Pokémon attuned to the world around it. This snapshot captures a quiet yet profound connection between Espeon and its environment.”
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.
Quick Attack
Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 10 damage plus 20 more damage; if tails, this attack does 10 damage.
Psybeam
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.
![Unown [A]](https://images.pokemontcg.io/neo2/14.png)
