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 Lapras card captures a serene moment as this gentle Pokémon glides through calm waters, its smooth, blue body reflecting the soft light of a setting sun. The background hints at a tranquil landscape, with subtle ripples in the water that suggest a peaceful journey ahead. Lapras, often seen as a companion to travelers, exudes a sense of calm and reliability in this snapshot of its world. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the quiet beauty of nature and the bond between Pokémon and their trainers.”
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.
Confuse Ray
Your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Confused.
Hydro Pump
This attack does 30 more damage times the amount of Water Energy attached to this Pokémon.
