Shellder

Shellder

Selected Masterpiece • 23/122
Artist Kouki Saitou
Market Price $0.3
BREAKpoint XY 2016
The Illustrator

Kouki Saitou

Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Shellder nestled among rocky formations, its shell glistening under a serene, sunlit sky. The gentle waves in the background suggest a peaceful coastal environment, where this bivalve Pokémon feels at home. Shellder's wide eyes and playful expression convey a sense of curiosity and readiness, as if it's poised to interact with the world around it. This moment captures the essence of its simple yet vibrant life beneath the sea.”

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.

Rarity Common
Card Type Water
Era
XY
Release
03/02/2016

Clamp

30

Flip a coin. If heads, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed. If tails, this attack does nothing.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost