Curatorial Commentary
The Hitmonchan card captures a moment of poised readiness, showcasing the Pokémon in a dynamic stance with its boxing gloves raised. The vibrant colors and sparkling background suggest an energetic atmosphere, as if Hitmonchan is about to spring into action. This scene evokes a sense of anticipation, highlighting Hitmonchan's fighting spirit and agility. It's a snapshot of determination, reflecting the character's role as a skilled combatant.
Essay · Base
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Catalogue plate
№ 7/102
Composition
StyleCartoonClassicColorful
MoodEnergeticPlayful
CompositionDynamicSimple
PaletteContrastingVibrantWarm
Game mechanics
HP
70
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Psychic ×2
Retreat
Jab
20
Special Punch
40
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
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 Hitmonchan
The Hitmonchan canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
