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.
“In the card featuring Anorith, the scene captures a moment in a prehistoric underwater world, where the Pokémon appears to be gliding through its environment with a sense of curiosity. Its unique shell and vibrant colors stand out against the muted backdrop, suggesting a time when life thrived in diverse forms. The gentle ripples around it hint at a serene yet dynamic ecosystem, inviting the viewer to imagine the depths of this ancient sea. Anorith embodies the essence of exploration in this snapshot of its life.”
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Slash
Double Scratch
Flip 2 coins. This attack does 40 damage times the number of heads.
