Battle City

Battle City

Selected Masterpiece • BW39/101
Market Price $4.6
BW Black Star Promos Black & White 2011
The Illustrator

Hideaki Hakozaki

Hideaki Hakozaki is credited on 36 Pokémon TCG cards from 2010–2012, concentrated in the HeartGold & SoulSilver era. Work appears in HS—Unleashed, HS—Triumphant, and Call of Legends, pairing balanced, focused staging with vibrant, contrasting color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card 'Battle City' captures a dynamic moment where two powerful Pokémon, Mewtwo and Reshiram, are poised in a dramatic confrontation. The swirling energy between them suggests an intense battle, filled with anticipation and tension. The backdrop of a sprawling cityscape hints at the scale of their encounter, emphasizing the stakes involved. This scene encapsulates a vivid snapshot of their world, where every clash carries significant weight.”

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 17, 2026.

Rarity Promo
Era
Black & White
Release
01/03/2011