Pinsir

Pinsir

Selected Masterpiece • 29/130
Market Price $3.75
Base Set 2 Base 2000
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Pinsir card captures a moment of tension in a vibrant, grassy setting, where the Pokémon stands poised and determined. Its imposing pincers are raised, ready for action, giving a sense of both power and focus. The background swirls with energy, enhancing the feeling of movement and anticipation. This snapshot of Pinsir in its natural habitat conveys a world where every encounter is charged with potential.”

Editorial & Data

Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 16, 2026.

Rarity Rare
Card Type Grass
Era
Base
Release
24/02/2000

Irongrip

20

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Paralyzed.

Guillotine

50
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost