Magmar

Magmar

Selected Masterpiece • 36/102
Artist Ken Sugimori
Market Price $2.27
Base Base 1999
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.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Magmar card captures a moment of intense energy, showcasing the Pokémon surrounded by flames that reflect its fiery nature. With its vibrant colors and dynamic pose, Magmar stands confidently, embodying the spirit of a creature that thrives in heat. The background hints at a volcanic landscape, enhancing the feeling of warmth and power. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the raw essence of a creature that is as much a part of its environment as the flames that dance around it.”

Editorial & Data

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Rarity Uncommon
Card Type Fire
Set Base
Era
Base
Release
09/01/1999

Fire Punch

30

Flamethrower

50

Discard 1 Fire Energy card attached to Magmar in order to use this attack.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost