Malamar

Malamar

Selected Masterpiece • 46/98
Market Price $0.23
Ancient Origins XY 2015
The Illustrator

Masakazu Fukuda

Masakazu Fukuda has been credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2003 to 2024, spanning sets such as Black & White, Holon Phantoms, and Supreme Victors. The work leans cartoonish and colorful, with playful energy, balanced framing, and clear character-forward staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Malamar gracefully swimming through vibrant, rolling waves, its tentacles trailing behind like ribbons in the water. The scene captures a moment of fluid motion, showcasing Malamar's elegance as it navigates its aquatic environment. The colors are rich and inviting, evoking a sense of calm yet hinting at the Pokémon's mysterious nature. This snapshot offers a glimpse into the life of Malamar, where it balances beauty and intrigue in its underwater realm.”

Editorial & Data

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.

Rarity Common
Card Type Darkness
Era
XY
Release
12/08/2015

Entangling Control

Switch 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon with his or her Active Pokémon. The new Active Pokémon is now Confused.

Trash Tentacle

30

Put a card from your discard pile into your hand.

Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost