Koffing

Koffing

Selected Masterpiece • 60/95
Market Price $5.99
Call of Legends HeartGold & SoulSilver 2011
The Illustrator

Hajime Kusajima

Hajime Kusajima is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2018, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases. The work favors vibrant, contrasting color with playful, energetic moods, using balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action clear and readable.

Curatorial Commentary

“The Koffing card captures a moment where this Poison Gas Pokémon floats in a dimly lit environment, surrounded by swirling clouds of gas that hint at its mischievous nature. Its large, expressive eyes and playful demeanor suggest a character that thrives in chaos, making the scene feel both lively and slightly ominous. The background hints at a cluttered space, perhaps a lab or an alley, enhancing the sense of Koffing's unpredictable habitat. This snapshot invites viewers to consider the playful yet hazardous world”

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 Common
Card Type Psychic
Era
HeartGold & SoulSilver
Release
09/02/2011

Smokescreen

10

If the Defending Pokémon tries to attack during your opponent's next turn, your opponent flips a coin. If tails, that attack does nothing.

Suffocating Gas

20
Weakness
×2
Retreat Cost