Mitsuhiro Arita
Mitsuhiro Arita has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2025, spanning more than 700 illustrations. Work appears across Base, Team Rocket, and Legendary Collection, balancing character-focused staging with energetic, colorful scenes and clear, action-forward framing.
“The card depicts Dark Forretress nestled among the branches of a tree, its shell blending with the natural surroundings. Its presence suggests a quiet resilience, as it remains motionless, waiting for the right moment to act. The muted colors and soft focus create a serene atmosphere, evoking a sense of calm in this small corner of its world. This snapshot captures the essence of a creature that is both defensive and enigmatic.”
Editorial & Data
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Armor Up
Until the end of your next turn, if Dark Forretress would be Knocked Out by damage from an attack, flip a coin. If heads, Dark Forretress is not Knocked Out and its remaining HP become 10 instead.
Explosion
Dark Forretress does 60 damage to itself.
