Curatorial Commentary
The Snorlax card captures a serene moment of the Pokémon peacefully sleeping, its round body sprawled comfortably. The soft colors and gentle lines create a cozy atmosphere, inviting the viewer to appreciate the tranquility of its nap. Snorlax, a symbol of relaxation, embodies a simple yet profound pleasure in the natural world. This snapshot reflects a calm pause in the hustle of life.
Essay · Base Set 2
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Catalogue plate
№ 30/130
Composition
StyleCartoonishClassic
MoodPlayfulRelaxed
CompositionCenteredSimple
PaletteBrightPastel
Game mechanics
HP
90
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Fighting ×2
Resistance
Psychic -30
Retreat
Body Slam
30
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Base Set 2, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Snorlax
The Snorlax canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
