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 features Registeel standing firm amidst a backdrop of swirling energy and lightning, embodying a sense of steadfastness and power. Its metallic body, adorned with glowing red dots, reflects the intensity of its surroundings, suggesting that it is ready to unleash its strength at any moment. The scene captures a moment of tension, as if Registeel is bracing for an impending challenge. This snapshot of its world evokes a feeling of resilience in the face of adversity.”
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Hyper Beam
Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.
