Curatorial Commentary
The Gyarados card captures a moment of raw power, showcasing the Pokémon in a dynamic pose as it emerges from turbulent waters. Its fierce expression and striking colors convey a sense of intensity and danger, reflecting its reputation as a formidable creature. The background glimmers with a starry night sky, adding a mystical quality to the scene. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the sheer force and beauty of Gyarados in its natural habitat.
Essay · Base
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Catalogue plate
№ 6/102
Composition
StyleIllustrationTraditional
MoodDynamicIntense
CompositionActionFocused
PaletteContrastingVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
100
Stage
Stage 1 · evolves from Magikarp
Weakness
Grass ×2
Resistance
Fighting -30
Retreat
Dragon Rage
50
Bubblebeam
40
Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.
Authorship
More from Mitsuhiro Arita
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Base, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Gyarados
The Gyarados canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
