Sableye

Sableye

Selected Masterpiece • 44/98
Artist Hitoshi Ariga
Market Price $0.55
Ancient Origins XY 2015
The Illustrator

Hitoshi Ariga

Hitoshi Ariga is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2013 to 2024, with artwork appearing across Sword & Shield, Sun & Moon, and XY. The work favors cartoonish, anime-leaning character design, energetic moods, and vibrant, contrasting color palettes.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Sableye nestled among the lush greenery, its mischievous grin and sparkling eyes capturing a moment of playful intrigue. The Pokémon seems to blend seamlessly into its surroundings, embodying the mystery of the dark caves it inhabits. Sunlight filters through the leaves, casting a gentle glow that highlights Sableye's unique features, creating an atmosphere that feels both enchanting and slightly eerie. This snapshot invites the viewer to ponder the secrets hidden within the shadows.”

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 Uncommon
Card Type Darkness
Era
XY
Release
12/08/2015

Bewitching Eyes

Choose a Supporter card from your opponent's discard pile and use it as the effect of this attack.

Furtive Drop

Put 3 damage counters on your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Retreat Cost