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.
“Erika's Bellsprout stands in a serene moment, its vibrant green leaves contrasting gently with the soft hues of the background. The Pokémon's curious expression hints at its playful nature, as it seems to soak in the warmth of the sunlight filtering through the leaves above. This small snapshot captures a tranquil scene, where the simplicity of nature is reflected in the quiet confidence of this Flower Pokémon. It invites the viewer to appreciate the delicate balance of life in its miniature world.”
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Stretch Vine
Choose 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon, and this attack does 10 damage to it. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
