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 Tentacruel card captures the essence of this aquatic Pokémon gliding gracefully through the water, its long tentacles trailing behind like ribbons. The soft blue hues and gentle movement evoke a sense of calm, as if the creature is part of a serene underwater ballet. Its expression hints at a watchful nature, suggesting that it is both beautiful and capable of defending its territory. This moment invites the viewer to appreciate the delicate balance of life beneath the waves.”
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Poison Sting
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Poisoned.
