Curatorial Commentary
The Staryu card captures a tranquil moment as this star-shaped Pokémon floats gracefully on the shimmering water, surrounded by a vibrant cityscape. The gentle waves ripple around it, reflecting the sunlight and adding a sense of calm to the scene. In the background, the towering buildings hint at a bustling life nearby, contrasting with Staryu's serene presence. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the harmony between nature and urban life.
Essay · BREAKthrough
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Catalogue plate
№ 29/162
Composition
StyleCartoonishColorfulPlayful
MoodCalmCheerful
CompositionBalancedSimple
PaletteBrightCoolVibrant
Game mechanics
HP
60
Stage
Basic
Weakness
Grass ×2
Retreat
Continuous Spin
10×
Flip a coin until you get tails. This attack does 10 damage times the number of heads.
Authorship
More from Shigenori Negishi
The painter behind this plate — selected works from their canon.
The set
BREAKthrough, in order
Walk the original print run — sequenced by plate number, painted as a series.
The subject
Most beautiful Staryu
The Staryu canon, ranked by Artchu’s editorial composite.
