Volcarona

Volcarona

Selected Masterpiece • BW40/101
Artist Shin Nagasawa
Market Price $17.29
BW Black Star Promos Black & White 2011
The Illustrator

Shin Nagasawa

Shin Nagasawa has illustrated Pokémon TCG cards from 2009 to 2025, with work appearing across Sun & Moon, Sword & Shield, and Scarlet & Violet. The art leans into action-forward clarity—vibrant, contrasting color and focused, character-led staging.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Volcarona in a dynamic moment, surrounded by a vibrant swirl of flames and colors that evoke a sense of movement and energy. Its six wings are spread wide, suggesting an imminent flight as it navigates through a fiery landscape. The scene captures the essence of this Pokémon as a creature of fire and grace, embodying both beauty and power. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the delicate balance of nature's elements at play.”

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
Card Type Fire
Era
Black & White
Release
01/03/2011

Burning Wind

70

You may discard an Energy attached to this Pokémon. If you do, the Defending Pokémon is now Burned.

Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost