Dratini

by Ken Sugimori illustrated 1999 Base

$1.79 Latest known market value January 16, 2026

Uncommon Colorless

The Illustrator

Ken Sugimori

Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The card captures Dratini gliding gracefully through the water, its smooth, serpentine body reflecting the soft hues of a sunset. The tranquil scene evokes a sense of calm, as the gentle waves ripple around this elusive Pokémon. Dratini's large, expressive eyes seem to convey curiosity and wonder about its surroundings. This moment feels like a serene glimpse into the life of a creature that thrives in the depths of the ocean.

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Catalogue plate № 26/102

Identity

PokémonDratini

TypeColorless

RarityUncommon

StageBasic

Authorship

IllustratorKen Sugimori

SetBase

Year1999

Plate №26/102