Curatorial Commentary
The card depicts Mr. Mime in a whimsical pose, arms outstretched as if creating an invisible barrier around itself. Its playful expression suggests a character that thrives on interaction, embodying a sense of mischief and charm. The vibrant colors and dynamic lines in the background evoke a sense of movement, as if Mr. Mime is caught in a moment of lively performance. This snapshot invites viewers into a world where imagination and playfulness reign.
Essay · Base Set 2
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Catalogue plate
№ 27/130
Composition
StyleCartoonishClassic
MoodPlayfulWhimsical
CompositionFocusedSimple
PaletteContrastingVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
40
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Psychic ×2
Retreat
Meditate
10+
Does 10 damage plus 10 more damage for each damage counter on the Defending Pokémon.
Authorship
More from Ken Sugimori
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
Base Set 2, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Mr-mime
The Mr-mime canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
