Naoyo Kimura
Naoyo Kimura has contributed Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2000 to 2025, spanning Aquapolis, Southern Islands, and Sword & Shield. The work leans playful and lighthearted, with balanced, character-focused staging and vibrant, softly watercolor-leaning color.
“The card depicts Basculin leaping out of the water, its vibrant colors contrasting against the rocky backdrop. This moment captures the essence of its lively spirit, as it navigates the waves with a sense of purpose. The surrounding environment, with its rugged cliffs and rippling water, adds a dynamic feel to the scene, emphasizing Basculin's role as a fierce inhabitant of its aquatic world. The image invites the viewer to appreciate the energy and determination of this Pokémon in its natural habitat.”
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Crunch
Flip a coin. If heads, discard an Energy attached to the Defending Pokémon.
