Cloyster

Cloyster

Selected Masterpiece • 34/149
Market Price $0.26
Sun & Moon 2017
The Illustrator

Yoshinobu Saito

Yoshinobu Saito is credited on Pokémon TCG cards since 2013, with artwork appearing through 2023. Work is seen across Sun & Moon-era releases including Lost Thunder and Unified Minds, and continuing into Sword & Shield. The style is primarily digital, clean, and focused.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Cloyster card captures a moment of this bivalve Pokémon poised in its underwater habitat, showcasing its formidable shell and striking features. The swirling blue backdrop suggests a dynamic environment, perhaps hinting at the currents that surround it. Cloyster appears ready to defend itself, embodying both strength and mystery. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the unique blend of beauty and resilience found in the ocean.”

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 Rare
Card Type Water
Release
03/02/2017

Headlock

30+

Flip a coin. If heads, this attack does 30 more damage. If tails, your opponent's Active Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Guard Press

80

During your opponent's next turn, this Pokémon takes 20 less damage from attacks (after applying Weakness and Resistance).

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost