Hajime Kusajima
Hajime Kusajima is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2018, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases. The work favors vibrant, contrasting color with playful, energetic moods, using balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action clear and readable.
“The Muk card from the Aquapolis set captures a moment where this Pokémon oozes through a colorful, industrial backdrop, surrounded by vibrant hues of purple and green. Its amorphous form seems to blend into the environment, suggesting a sense of adaptability within a chaotic world. The intricate details of the background hint at a bustling scene, adding depth to Muk’s presence as it navigates through its surroundings. This portrayal evokes a feeling of both mystery and intrigue, inviting viewers to ponder the life”
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Burning Sludge
Flip a number of coins equal to the amount of Grass Energy attached to Muk. If any of them are heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned and Burned.