Golduck

Golduck

Selected Masterpiece • 17/122
Market Price $0.93
BREAKpoint XY 2016
The Illustrator

Mitsuhiro Arita

Mitsuhiro Arita has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2025, spanning more than 700 illustrations. Work appears across Base, Team Rocket, and Legendary Collection, balancing character-focused staging with energetic, colorful scenes and clear, action-forward framing.

Curatorial Commentary

“In this scene, Golduck emerges from the water, its powerful body breaking through the surface as waves crash around it. The expression on its face conveys a mix of determination and excitement, embodying the spirit of a Pokémon that thrives in aquatic environments. The vibrant blues of the water contrast with the bright sky, creating a lively atmosphere that invites the viewer into Golduck's world. This moment captures the essence of Golduck as a skilled swimmer, fully engaged in its natural habitat.”

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 Water
Era
XY
Release
03/02/2016

Derail

20

Discard a Special Energy attached to your opponent's Active Pokémon.

Hydro Splash

70
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost