Larvesta

メラルバ · Pyronille

When battling opponents, it sprays fire from its five horns. The max temperature of the flames can reach nearly 5,500 degrees Fahrenheit.

Type: bugfire
Stage: 1 of 2

Category: Torch Pokémon
Japanese: メラルバ
Height: 1.1 m
Weight: 28.8 kg
Color: White
Shape: Armor

§ I

Evolution & biology

A 2-stage line — walk through the morphology of Larvesta.

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Larvesta

Stage 1

Base form

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Volcarona

Stage 2

From Larvesta

§ II

Base stats

Plotted against the dex maximum of 255.

HP 055

/255
Attack 085

/255
Defense 055

/255
Sp. Atk 050

/255
Sp. Def 055

/255
Speed 060

/255

§ III

Best Larvesta cards

Curated for composition, atmosphere, and lasting reading. 6 of 18 cards.

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§ IV

Larvesta through its illustrators

The hands that shaped this Pokémon’s visual identity across the TCG.

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01 AK

Akira Komayama

Akira Komayama is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2011 to 2025, with artwork appearing across Sword & Shield, Black & White, and Sun & Moon. The work is defined by cartoon-forward character focus, balanced yet dynamic layouts, and vibrant, playful color.

1 card
Sun & Moon era
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02 KH

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

1 card
Platinum era
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03 KS

Katsunori Sato

Katsunori Sato has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2024–2025, appearing in Scarlet & Violet releases including Temporal Forces, Twilight Masquerade, and Journey Together. The work favors balanced, playful compositions with vibrant, harmonious color.

1 card
Scarlet & Violet era
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04 K

kawayoo

kawayoo has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2009 through 2025, spanning Sun & Moon, XY, and Sword & Shield. The work leans into vibrant, contrasting color and action-forward framing, balancing playful energy with clear, character-focused staging.

1 card
Sun & Moon era
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05 KS

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.

1 card
Black & White era
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