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 Steelix card captures a moment where this imposing Pokémon emerges from the rocky terrain, its steel body glistening in the light. The illustration conveys a sense of strength and resilience, as Steelix appears ready to defend its territory. The surrounding environment is subtly depicted, hinting at the underground world it inhabits. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the raw power of Steelix as it navigates its rugged habitat.”
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Earth Rift
This attack does 10 damage to each of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness or Resistance for Benched Pokémon.) Then, flip a coin. If tails, this attack can't be used during your next turn.
Iron Smash
Flip 2 coins. If both are heads, this attack does 50 damage plus 20 more damage. If both are tails, this attack does nothing. If 1 is heads and 1 is tails, this attack just does 50 damage.
