Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Arceus, a majestic and ethereal Pokémon, surrounded by a swirling cosmic backdrop that hints at its divine nature. Its body glows with a radiant light, emphasizing its role as a creator and guardian within the Pokémon universe. The scene captures a moment of power and serenity, as Arceus seems to harness the very essence of the universe around it. This portrayal evokes a sense of wonder and reverence for the mythical qualities that Arceus embodies.
Essay · Arceus
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Game mechanics
HP
120
Stage
Level-Up · evolves from Arceus
Retreat
Meteor Blast
100
Flip a coin. If tails, this attack's base damage is 50 instead of 100.
Authorship
More from Ryo Ueda
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Arceus, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Arceus
The Arceus canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
