Ryo Ueda
Ryo Ueda has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 2003 to 2023, spanning more than 400 illustrations. Work appears across EX, XY, and Sword & Shield, with a digital, action-forward approach that favors focused framing, balanced layouts, and vibrant, contrasting color.
“The Zapdos card depicts the Electric Pokémon gliding through a turbulent sky, surrounded by dark storm clouds that seem to swirl with energy. Its bright yellow feathers stand out vividly against the ominous backdrop, creating a striking contrast. In this moment, Zapdos embodies the fierce spirit of the storm, suggesting a connection to the raw power of nature. The scene invites the viewer to reflect on the beauty and intensity of this wild environment.”
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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.
Random Spark
This attack does 50 damage to 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
Thundering Hurricane
Flip 4 coins. This attack does 50 damage times the number of heads.
