Gyarados

Gyarados

Selected Masterpiece • 20/98
Artist Shin Nagasawa
Market Price $2.54
Ancient Origins XY 2015
The Illustrator

Shin Nagasawa

Shin Nagasawa has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2009 to 2025, with work appearing across Sun & Moon, Sword & Shield, and Scarlet & Violet. The art leans into action-forward clarity—vibrant, contrasting color and focused, character-led staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Gyarados card captures a moment of intense energy, showcasing the Pokémon emerging from turbulent waters. Its fierce expression and powerful stance convey a sense of raw strength and determination, as if it is ready to confront any challenge. The swirling waves around it add to the dramatic atmosphere, emphasizing the chaos of its surroundings. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the wild nature of Gyarados, a creature that embodies both beauty and ferocity.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Rare
Card Type Water
Era
XY
Release
12/08/2015

Berserker Splash

80

This attack does 10 damage to each Benched Pokémon (both yours and your opponent's). (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)

Aqua Tail

90+

Flip a coin for each Water Energy attached to this Pokémon. This attack does 30 more damage for each heads.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost