Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The card features Chikorita, a small green Pokémon with a large leaf on its head. It is positioned in a lush, vibrant environment, surrounded by soft green hues and faint light spots. Chikorita has a gentle expression, and its body is adorned with small circular patterns.”
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Nap
Remove 1 damage counter from Chikorita.
Reckless Charge
Chikorita does 10 damage to itself.